Kyler Murray: Built for the Valley

Kyler Murray: Arizona’s Underdog Hero Ready to Rise Again

There’s no quarterback in the NFL quite like Kyler Murray—and there’s no fanbase like Arizona’s, either. Whether you love him for his electric plays or question his consistency, one thing’s for sure: Kyler brings the juice every time he hits the field.

The Flash of Greatness

From the moment Kyler Murray stepped into the league as the No. 1 overall pick in 2019, Arizona fans knew this wasn’t your typical quarterback. Baseball star. Heisman winner. Dual-threat beast. Kyler had it all.

He made defenders miss like a video game character and launched bombs downfield with the flick of a wrist. His connection with DeAndre Hopkins in 2020? Unstoppable. His Hail Mary to Nuk over three Bills defenders? Legendary.

Kyler made Arizona must-watch football.

The Bumps in the Desert

But no star rises without turbulence.

Injuries have slowed him down. Critics questioned his leadership, his film study, even his height (as if 5'10" has stopped him from torching defenses). The ACL injury in 2022 was the biggest hurdle yet—forcing him to miss most of the 2023 season and leading some to doubt if he'd ever be the same.

And yes, there was the noise. The media drama. The contract clause. The talk shows saying he's not the guy.

But guess what? He’s still our guy.

The Return in 2024: New Chapter, Same Fire

2024 was about rebuilding—physically, mentally, and as a team. And what we saw when Kyler returned late in the season? Flashes of the magic. The legs were still there. The touch was coming back. The confidence? Growing.

Now, with a new weapon in Marvin Harrison Jr., an improving O-line, and a defense that finally has some bite, Kyler enters 2025 with something to prove—to the league, the haters, and maybe even to himself.

Why Arizona Still Believes

Kyler Murray isn’t just a quarterback. He’s Arizona’s lightning bolt.

He plays with passion, with swagger, and with a chip on his shoulder. That’s what makes him dangerous. That’s what makes him ours.

This year? We ride with Kyler.

Because when he’s on, there’s nobody more exciting in football. And when he finally puts it all together—with the health, the talent, and the hunger?

Watch out, NFL.