Kyler Murray must avoid interceptions in 2025
Kyler Murray must avoid interceptions in 2025 Kyler Murray made mistakes not far removed from the memory of Cardinals fans in 2024.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray threw a total of 11 interceptions in 2024, a major component in the team's late-season collapse. Several of Murray's turnovers were a result of pure improbability, broken plays, or pressured throws where taking the sack may have been the lesser of two evils. Expectedly, offensive coordinator Drew Petzing has likely shown Murray his transgressions on film, hopefully in a constructive way to motivate and build on the positives Murray has shown. However, it is only expedient to hold Murray accountable.
Eight of Murray's 11 interceptions came after week 10, in the latter half of the NFL season. Yet, the NFC West was wide open for the taking. The San Francisco 49ers were treading backwards with liabilities versus the run, the Los Angeles Rams were struggling to defend the pass, and the Seahawks were inconsistent due to struggles from quarterback Geno Smith. Yet, Murray and company simply fumbled what seemed to be a promising season.
Ultimately, it is clear that Murray wants to win because his efforts are indicative. Murray ranked No. 7 in the NFL in with a completion percentage of 68.8 last season and tallied 21 passing touchdowns with five rushing touchdowns. However, those slight hiccups put a blemish on what may help the Cardinals finally conquer the NFC West in 2025.
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