Kyler Murray is inactive for Cardinals at Cowboys, delaying QB’s return from foot injury - WTOP News

Kyler Murray was listed as inactive for the Arizona Cardinals’ Monday night game against the Dallas Cowboys, postponing his anticipated return from a foot injury. The Cardinals’ head coach, Jonathan Gannon, had earlier hinted that Murray might see some action off the bench behind starter Jacoby Brissett after the team's bye week. However, the plan changed late in the week after practice sessions suggested Brissett would take the reins for a third consecutive start. Murray, who suffered the foot injury a few weeks back, was only a limited participant in practice all week and was officially marked as questionable heading into the game. Coach Gannon confirmed on Saturday that Murray wouldn’t be starting but left open the possibility of a limited role depending on how things progressed closer to kickoff. Unfortunately, that didn’t materialize, and Murray remained sidelined. This is a significant setback for the Cardinals, as a big part of Murray's effectiveness comes from his scrambling ability, which is particularly compromised by foot injuries. Over his seven-year NFL career, Murray has run for nearly 3,200 yards and scored 32 rushing touchdowns, making his mobility a key weapon for Arizona. In Murray’s absence, Jacoby Brissett has stepped up reasonably well, throwing for 599 yards, four touchdowns, and just one interception across two starts. Despite his solid individual numbers, the team has struggled, dropping both games and slipping into a five-game losing streak after an encouraging 2-0 start to the season. What's worth noting is that these five losses were all close contests, decided by a combined margin of just 13 points, indicating the team remains competitive but hasn't been able to close out games without Murray. Murray has historically performed well at AT&T Stadium, boasting a perfect 9-0 record there. His success at this venue dates back to his high school days, where he won championships, as well as during his college career at Oklahoma where he captured two Big 12 titles. Additionally, he has a couple of wins over the Cowboys while playing for the Cardinals, and even one victory came when he was a backup at Texas A&M. This history adds to the anticipation of his eventual return, as fans and analysts alike recognize his ability to rise to the occasion on that field. While the Cardinals hope for a speedy and full recovery for Murray, his delayed return raises questions about the team's offensive rhythm and their chances of ending the losing skid. The coaching staff will have to weigh the risks of rushing him back against the potential benefits of having their star quarterback’s dynamic playmaking abilities available. For now, Jacoby Brissett remains the starter, tasked with keeping the team competitive and working within the limits imposed by Murray’s absence.