On the first day of the week, Kyler Murray made it known that he is fully committed to becoming an NFL quarterback. This decision by Murray entails significant short-term financial advantages, while disregarding potential hazards of enduring injuries down the line.
Expressing his commitment in a tweet, Murray stated, “My adoration for and dedication to football has been unwavering throughout my life. From a young age, I have been groomed to excel as a QB, and I eagerly anticipate giving my all to become the ultimate QB and clinch NFL championships. I have initiated an intensive training regimen to further hone my skills in preparation for forthcoming NFL evaluations and discussions. I am eager for the chance to demonstrate to NFL influencers that I am the cornerstone QB in this draft.”
— Kyler Murray (@TheKylerMurray) February 11, 2019
During the MLB’s draft of 2018, the Oakland A’s opted for Murray as the 9th overall pick, but with the recent announcement it appears that his dilemma between football and baseball has come to a close.
As the 2019 NFL draft approaches, the Oklahoma QB stands a chance of being selected within the top 10, and if that scenario unfolds, the immediate financial benefits are highly appealing.
Based on Spotrac’s data, the NFL’s 6th pick commands a lucrative deal of 4 years at $25.5 million, including a guaranteed signing bonus of $16.5 million, a figure that significantly surpasses the present deal with Oakland worth $4.66 million.
