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Kyler Murray Trade Drama Takes New Turn After Adam Schefter Update
ESPN insider Adam Schefter reports the Arizona Cardinals and Miami Dolphins are both looking to trade their starting quarterbacks.
Feb. 8, 2026 at 10:15am
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According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Arizona Cardinals and Miami Dolphins are both exploring trading their starting quarterbacks, Kyler Murray and Tua Tagovailoa, respectively. Schefter notes that while both teams would like to find trade partners, there are significant financial hurdles that could make a deal difficult. The Cardinals would face a $54.7 million dead cap hit if they release Murray before June 1, though trading him could create $34.7 million in cap savings while leaving $17.9 million in dead money.
Why it matters
Kyler Murray's future with the Cardinals has been a major storyline this offseason, with mixed messaging coming from the team. As a 28-year-old quarterback with elite athleticism, Murray could be an attractive trade target for several QB-needy teams, but his large contract and the Cardinals' potential reluctance to part with him complicate the situation.
The details
Schefter reports that the Dolphins, Cardinals, New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings are all potentially in the market for a starting quarterback this offseason. Murray's trade value is believed to be either a second or third-round pick, though the financial implications of a potential trade make the logistics challenging for the Cardinals.
- On September 14, 2025, Kyler Murray was seen walking off the field after the Cardinals' win against the Carolina Panthers.
- On October 5, 2025, Murray was seen warming up before the Cardinals' game against the Tennessee Titans.
The players
Kyler Murray
The 28-year-old quarterback of the Arizona Cardinals, who has been with the team for seven seasons and made the playoffs once with no playoff wins.
Tua Tagovailoa
The starting quarterback for the Miami Dolphins, who the team is also reportedly looking to trade.
Mike LaFleur
The new head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, who will have to decide if he believes he can work with Kyler Murray.
Adam Schefter
The ESPN insider who reported on the Cardinals and Dolphins' quarterback trade situations.
What they’re saying
“As the Miami Dolphins and Arizona Cardinals navigate the future with new head coaches, both teams would like to find trade partners for their starting quarterbacks.”
— Adam Schefter, ESPN Insider
“If the Cardinals release Murray before June 1, they would take on a $54.7 million dead cap hit. Designating Murray as a post-June 1 cut would spread out the money over two years.”
— Adam Schefter, ESPN Insider
What’s next
The Cardinals will have to weigh the financial implications and Kyler Murray's future with the team as they decide whether to trade him or keep him on the roster for the 2026 season.
The takeaway
The Kyler Murray trade saga in Arizona highlights the difficult decisions teams face when it comes to moving on from a talented but inconsistent quarterback, especially when the financial implications are so significant. The Cardinals' new coaching staff will have to carefully evaluate Murray's fit and potential trade value as they chart the team's path forward.
