Cardinals Ink First Overall Pick Murray

On Thursday afternoon, the Arizona Cardinals announced the signing of their first overall pick in the 2019 draft, quarterback Kyler Murray. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the signing.

Kyler Murray's fully guaranteed 4-year deal will be $35,158,645, which includes a $23,589,924 signing bonus via @corryjoel https://t.co/obSnhIx9DX

— Robert Raiola, CPA (@SportsTaxMan) May 9, 2019

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Murray’s contract, as reported by Schefter, is the typical four-year rookie deal with a fifth-year option. Prior to the draft, Spotrac estimated the top overall selection would net a four-year deal worth approximately $34.9 million, with a signing bonus of $23.4 million. The Cardinals have reportedly agreed to a contract worth $35.1 million with a $23.5 million signing bonus. Not bad for having never played a down of football in the NFL.

Since the 2011 CBA agreement, rookie contracts have been less than suspenseful, since contracts follow a draft slot scale. Most first round selection receive a fully guaranteed contract, with the team option of a fifth season.

– Ryan Adverderada is the Managing Editor for Full Press Coverage Cardinals. Like and follow on Follow @ryanadverderada Follow @Cardinals and Facebook.