IT IS DONE: Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray has done it again making major announcement, head coach Jonathan Gannon…

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray Has Done It Again, Making a Major Announcement That Catches Head Coach Jonathan Gannon and Fans Off Guard

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has once again grabbed the spotlight — and this time, it’s not because of his play on the field. The former No. 1 overall pick made a major announcement on Monday that has sent shockwaves through the Cardinals organization and left head coach Jonathan Gannon facing tough questions about the team’s immediate future.

In a surprise social media post that quickly went viral, Murray revealed his decision to take an extended personal hiatus from all team activities this offseason, citing a desire to “reset mentally, physically, and spiritually” before returning for the 2025 NFL campaign. While the message was heartfelt, its timing and implications have sparked widespread reaction across the league and within the Cardinals fanbase.

“I love this game. I love this team,” Murray wrote. “But after a tough couple of seasons and a lot of personal reflection, I’ve decided to take a step back for a bit and focus on getting myself in the best place possible — not just as a quarterback, but as a man. This isn’t a retirement. This isn’t goodbye. It’s just a reset.”

Murray’s announcement reportedly came as a surprise to head coach Jonathan Gannon and members of the front office, who were not informed in advance. Though Gannon has yet to publicly comment on the news, sources within the organization say the coach is “supportive but caught off guard.”

The Cardinals have been in a rebuilding phase since Murray’s ACL injury in late 2022, which sidelined him for much of the 2023 season. He returned in 2024 with flashes of his signature athleticism but struggled to find consistency behind a young, developing roster. Despite his challenges, Murray remained the face of the franchise and was expected to lead the team into a critical year of progress.

“This was unexpected,” said one team insider. “Kyler had been all-in during team meetings and early offseason talks. This decision came out of left field.”

Fans have responded with a mix of support and concern. “Kyler’s been through a lot, and if he needs time, I get it,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter). “But as a Cardinals fan, this makes me nervous about where we go from here.”

The organization is now left with serious decisions to make, including whether to pursue a veteran backup or explore the draft for a potential future signal-caller.

As for Murray, he emphasized that he’s not walking away — just stepping aside temporarily. But in a league that never pauses, his absence will be felt, and all eyes will now turn to Coach Gannon and the Cardinals front office for what comes next.