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Player DetailByron Murphy Jr.
Byron Murphy Jr. Injury News & Updates
Sep 9, 2025
Tallies four tackles Week 1
Murphy recorded four tackles (all solo) Monday in a 27-24 victory versus the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was on the field for all 67 of Minnesota's defensive snaps. He's coming off a 2024 campaign during which he registered career-best marks with 81 tackles and six interceptions over 17 regular-season contests.
Mar 10, 2025
Returning to Minnesota
The Vikings re-signed Murphy to a three-year, $66 million contract Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
At $22 million per year, Murphy becomes the NFL's third-highest paid cornerback, behind Jalen Ramsey and Patrick Surtain. Murphy started all 17 regular-season games for the Vikings last season, finishing with career-highs across the board, including 81 tackles (62 solo) and 14 pass breakups, including six interceptions. Murphy was also selected to his first Pro Bowl. He's found a home under Minnesota DC Brian Flores.
Feb 18, 2025
Restructures contract
Murphy and the Vikings agreed Tuesday to restructure his contract, pushing the void date of it back to the day before the start of the new league year, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Vikings will no longer be able to use the franchise tag on Murphy this offseason, as his current contract will not end until the day before the start of the new league year, which is after the deadline for use of the tag. The 27-year-old is fresh off of the best season of his career, earning his first Pro Bowl nod, and posting career highs in tackles, passes defended, and interceptions. Considering his success in 2024, he was considered a prime candidate to receive the franchise tag, but the Vikings will now need to re-sign Murphy to a new contract to ensure he remains in Minnesota next season.
Jan 20, 2025
Career-best six INTs in 2024
Murphy finished the 2024 season with 81 tackles (62 solo), 14 pass breakups, including six interceptions, and one forced fumble across 17 regular-season contests.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't miss a single contest for the first time since his 2019 rookie campaign with Arizona. His 81 tackles, 14 pass breakups and six interceptions all marked new career highs for the 27-year-old cornerback, who was named to his first Pro Bowl team. After playing on a two-year, $17.5 million deal, Murphy is again scheduled to head to free agency in March. He'll look to capitalize on his big season and land a multi-year deal in what currently looks like a weak cornerback market.
Dec 23, 2024
Season high in tackles Sunday
Murphy recorded 10 total tackles (seven solo) and one pass defended in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
The veteran corner from Washington finished second on Minnesota's defense in total tackles in the Week 16 win, trailing Blake Cashman's 12-stop performance. Murphy has really found his groove in his second season with the Vikings, recording 71 total tackles and 13 passes defended, including six interceptions, which is tied for the third-most in the NFL. He's expected to remain Minnesota's top slot cornerback, wreaking havoc on opposing wide receivers as the season progresses.
Dec 9, 2024
Nabs sixth interception of season
Murphy registered three tackles (one solo) and one interception in Sunday's 42-21 win over the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was responsible for the Vikings' second interception off former teammate Kirk Cousins on Sunday. Murphy picked off a pass intended for Kyle Pitts midway through the fourth quarter, which led to a 15-yard rushing touchdown from Aaron Jones seven plays later. Murphy is up to 61 tackles (47 solo), one forced fumble and 12 pass defenses (including a career-high six interceptions) across 13 regular-season games.
Nov 25, 2024
Records eight stops in win
Murphy finished with eight tackles (five solo), including two tackles for losses, in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
The slot cornerback also played on 99 percent of the defensive snaps, the eighth game in a row in which he's played on more than 90 percent of the defensive snaps. Murphy has 53 tackles (42 solo), eight pass breakups, including four interceptions, and a forced fumble in 2024.
Nov 11, 2024
Nabs another pick in Week 10
Murphy recorded one solo tackle and one interception in Sunday's 12-7 win over the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Murphy has now nabbed a pick in each of the Vikings' last three games, intercepting Mac Jones in the fourth quarter of Sunday's win. The second-year Viking is currently on pace for his best season in Minnesota, having recorded 40 total tackles and eight passes defended, including four interceptions, through nine appearances this season. He's expected to continue starting alongside Shaquill Griffin and Stephon Gilmore as part of the Vikings' top cornerback trio in Week 11's matchup against the Titans.
Nov 4, 2024
Intercepts pass in win
Murphy recorded four solo tackles, an interception and a pass breakup in Sunday's 21-13 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback also played on all 49 defensive snaps. Murphy has 39 tackles (33 solo), seven passes defensed, three interceptions and a forced fumble in 2024.
Sep 30, 2024
Snags pick versus Packers
Murphy logged seven tackles (five solo), two pass deflections and an interception in the Vikings' 31-29 win Sunday versus the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was one of the three Minnesota defenders to intercept Jordan Love during Sunday's victory. The 2019 second-round pick has now recorded 24 tackles (19 solo) and an interception throughout the first four games of the season.
Sep 9, 2024
Productive in win
Murphy tallied nine tackles (eight solo) and a pass defended in Sunday's 28-6 win over the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was just shy of notching double-digit tackles for the second time in his career. The Washington product had his 2023 campaign end early due to a Grade 3 MCL sprain, but he showed no ill effects Week 1 in helping hold the Gaints' offense to just six points.
Aug 11, 2024
Plays one series in preseason opener
Murphy (knee) had one tackle and played just one drive in Saturday's preseason win over Las Vegas.
ANALYSIS
Murphy is coming back from a Grade 3 MCL sprain suffered in Week 15 last season. It's a good sign he's playing this early in the preseason even if being eased back into action. If at full speed, he'll be counted on as the team's top corner.
Jan 30, 2024
Won't require surgery
Murphy (MCL) won't require surgery, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy suffered an MCL sprain during Minnesota's Week 15 loss to the Bengals but is expected to be ready for OTAs. The 2019 second-round pick is already in his second week of jogging and will look to build off his career year when healthy.
Jan 30, 2024
Continues to produce in Minnesota
Murphy recorded 57 total tackles, 13 pass deflections, including three interceptions, and one forced fumble in 14 games for the Vikings during the 2023 regular season.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was held out of the Vikings' last three games of the year due to a knee issue, but he was easily the team's most productive corner when healthy. In his first season of a two-year, $17.5 million deal that he signed with Minnesota this past offseason, the 26-year-old led the team in both pass deflections and interceptions. Murphy has struggled to stay on the field as of late though, missing 11 games over the past two seasons. Expect the Washington product to continue playing at a high level for the Vikings' defense in a contract-year in 2024.
Jan 5, 2024
Won't return Week 18
Murphy (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions, Matthew Coller of The Purple Insider reports.
ANALYSIS
After another week of no practice participation, the 25-year-old cornerback is in line to miss his third consecutive game in Week 18. Andrew Booth and NaJee Thompson will likely see increased snaps in the Vikings' secondary with both Murphy and Mekhi Blackmon (shoulder) missing Sunday's affair.
Jan 4, 2024
Still absent from practice Thursday
Murphy (knee) did not participate at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
With just one practice left before the Vikings' game in Week 18, Murphy still hasn't been able to get back onto the practice field during the week. If he can't manage to participate Friday, he'll probably end up being sidelined Sunday.
Jan 3, 2024
Still not practicing Wednesday
Murphy (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's injury report.
ANALYSIS
Murphy has been sidelined for both of the Vikings' last two games, and now his availability for Week 18 is in question as well. If he's not able to return to practice Thursday or Friday, he'll probably end up sitting out Sunday.
Dec 29, 2023
Missing Week 17
Murphy (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday night's game against the Packers, Alec Lewis of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The 25-year-old cornerback was held out of practice all week after missing the Vikings' Week 16 loss to the Lions, so it's no surprise that he'll won't play in his second consecutive game Sunday night. With Murphy missing Week 17, expect both Andrew Booth and NaJee Thompson to see increased work in Minnesota's secondary.
Dec 27, 2023
Begins week as DNP in walk-through
Murphy (knee) was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice walk-through.
ANALYSIS
Murphy missed Sunday's Week 16 loss to the Lions, marking his first absence of the season. Though Wednesday's DNP designation is an estimation, it casts uncertainty about the cornerback's ability to return to face Green Bay on Sunday. If Murphy needs to sit out again, Mekhi Blackmon (shoulder) and/or Andrew Booth would be in line for an uptick in defensive snaps.
Dec 22, 2023
Won't suit up Week 16
Murphy (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Murphy is in line to miss his first game of the season Sunday, as a hamstring issue forced him to sit out of practice all week. The 25-year-old corner had started every game in his first year in Minnesota, logging 57 total tackles, 13 pass deflections and three interceptions. In Murphy's stead, expect Andrew Booth and Mekhi Blackmon to see increased work in the Vikings' secondary.
Dec 20, 2023
Nursing hamstring injury
Murphy was estimated as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice walkthrough due to a hamstring injury.
ANALYSIS
Murphy missed just one defensive snap during Saturday's loss to the Bengals, so it's uncertain when the hamstring injury popped up or how severe it is. Minnesota held a walkthrough Wednesday, thus it should be noted that Murphy's DNP is an estimation. The cornerback has played a near every-down role and hasn't missed a game for the Vikings this season, so it would be a significant blow to the team's defensive game plan if he's unable to suit up against the Lions on Sunday.
Nov 14, 2023
Gets another interception Sunday
Murphy recorded three tackles (three solo) and an interception in Sunday's 27-19 win versus the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Murphy's interception came on a deep pass over the middle with less than two minutes remaining, sealing the game in favor of Minnesota. It was his second pick in as many weeks and his third of the season. He might not see quite as many reps in pass defense in Week 11 at Denver.
Nov 6, 2023
Picks off pass Sunday
Murphy recorded three tackles (all solo) and an interception in a 31-28 Week 9 win over Atlanta on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
With the score tied at 21, Murphy picked off Taylor Heinicke near the end of the third quarter to help set up a Minnesota go-ahead field goal. It was Murphy's second interception of the campaign, both of which have come over his past four contests. The veteran cornerback is tied for sixth in the NFL with nine pass defenses on the season.
Oct 17, 2023
Grabs first INT of season
Murphy recorded four tackles (two solo), three pass breakups and one interception during Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Murphy made his first interception of the season, picking off backup quarterback Tyson Bagent with roughly two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. He could be in for another busy day Week 7 versus the 49ers if Christian McCaffrey (oblique) has to miss time and San Francisco isn't able to lean on the running game as reliably.
Sep 29, 2023
Good to go Sunday
Murphy (hip) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game at the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
As Minnesota hoped, Murphy will not have to miss any additional time as he recovers from the hip injury he sustained in Week 3 versus the Chargers. He recorded 10 tackles in that game, and should again see a heavy workload in Week 4.
Sep 28, 2023
Gets back on field
Murphy (hip) was a limited participant during practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Murphy is making progress by getting back on the field after missing the team's practice Wednesday. Head coach Kevin O'Connell stated Wednesday that the hope was Murphy would progress throughout the week to being ready to play Sunday against the Panthers, which he is on the path of now. He'll work to ramp up his activity level again Friday.
Sep 27, 2023
Still dealing with injury
Murphy (hip) did not practice Wednesday, Andrew Krammer of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to the Chargers, but he was able to return and finish out the game. Head coach Kevin O'Connell stated that the hope is he'll progress to being ready to play against the Panthers in Week 4. If Murphy is unable to play, rookie Mekhi Blackmon could be pushed into a more significant role.
Sep 26, 2023
10 tackles in Week 3
Murphy recorded 10 tackles (nine solo) and two passes defensed in Sunday's 28-24 loss versus the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Murphy left the contest temporarily after awkwardly colliding with Gerald Everett, but he was able to place second on his squad in tackles anyways. He'll see plenty more work in Week 4 when Minnesota travels to face a pass-dependent Panthers offense.
Sep 24, 2023
Makes return
Murphy (hip) has returned to Sunday's game against the Chargers, Lindsey Young of the Vikings' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy suffered the injury after a collision with Gerald Everett. The cornerback then made a visit to the blue tent on the sidelines but ultimately gained clearance to return to the game.
Sep 24, 2023
Leaves with hip injury
Murphy (hip) is questionable to come back into Sunday's game against the Chargers, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback collided with Chargers' tight end Gerald Everett and then entered the blue tent on the sideline, per Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com. Murphy started Minnesota's first two games and recorded one pass defended and seven tackles.
Sep 11, 2023
Uneven peformance in Vikings debut
Murphy started at cornerback opposite Akayleb Evans and had six total tackles in Sunday's loss at Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was Minnesota's key free agent signing in the offseason as the team needs the veteran to make an impact in a secondary that struggled last season. His first game had mixed returns as he allowed all five passes targed at him to be completed for 35 yards and he had two missed tackles, according to Pro Football Focus.
Mar 14, 2023
Joining Vikings
Murphy (back) has agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract with the Vikings, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was selected by the Cardinals in the second-round of the 2019 NFL Draft and has spent the the last four seasons there. During that span he accumulated 223 tackles (178 solo), three sacks, 34 passes defensed, and five interceptions. He will now look for a fresh start in Minnesota as one of their starting cornerbacks.
Dec 24, 2022
Going to injured reserve
The Cardinals placed Murphy (back) on injured reserve Saturday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sidelined since Week 10 with a lingering back issue, Murphy now will miss the rest of the campaign with the Cards out of the playoff picture. The 2019 second-round pick thus will finish his fourth season as a pro with 36 tackles, two fumble recoveries (one returned for a TD) and a half sack in nine appearances. Murphy will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason, so it remains to be seen where he'll be suiting up next fall.
Dec 23, 2022
Remains out
Murphy (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against Tampa Bay, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy will miss a sixth straight game due to a back injury. Marco Wilson (back), Antonio Hamilton (back) and Christian Matthew (shoulder) are all questionable, so it's currently unclear what Arizona's secondary will look like against the Buccaneers.
Dec 16, 2022
Still out
Murphy (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Broncos, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't practice at all during Week 15 prep, so it's not surprising to see him ruled out for a fifth straight game. Antonio Hamilton (back/illness), who'd been filling in for Murphy, and Marco Wilson (neck) are listed as questionable, so Arizona's secondary may be extremely depleted against Russell Wilson and Denver's offense.
Dec 10, 2022
Out Monday
Murphy (back) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup with the Patriots, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was unable to practice during the week and will now miss his fourth straight game. As a result, Antonio Hamilton figures to be in line for another start at cornerback. The 24-year-old's next chance to return will come Week 15 in Denver.
Dec 8, 2022
Remains sidelined in practice
Murphy (back) was a non-participant in the Cardinals' practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy has been dealing with a back injury since last October, which has left him sidelined during each of Arizona's last three games. Despite coming off a bye Week 13, the 24-year-old cornerback is still considered day-to-day heading into Monday's game against the Patriots, per Urban. Murphy will now have two more opportunities to work his way back into practice, or else Antonio Hamilton could be tapped to start his fourth consecutive game Week 14.
Nov 25, 2022
Won't play vs. Chargers
Murphy (back) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Chargers, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy will miss a third consecutive game as he tries to get fully healthy from a lingering back injury. Antonio Hamilton should continue to handle a nearly every-down role in Murphy's absence.
Nov 19, 2022
Ruled out for Monday
Murphy (back) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the 49ers, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy is slated to miss a second straight game due to a back injury. In his absence, Antonio Hamilton drew the start opposite Marco Wilson, while Trayvon Mullen operated as the slot cornerback.
Nov 17, 2022
Doesn't practice Thursday
Murphy (back) was listed as a non-participant on the Cardinals' injury report Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy has been dealing with a lingering back injury since late October, which kept him sidelined for the first time this season during Sunday's win over the Rams. According to Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com, the cornerback would not give a definitive statement on his status for the Cardinals' Week 11 game versus the 49ers, though he did say that the extra day to prepare ahead of Monday Night Football will definitely play a factor in his availability. Murphy is also still receiving treatment for this back issue, and he'll have two more practices to increase his activity before Saturday's final injury.
Nov 14, 2022
Considered day-to-day
Murphy is expected to undergo tests on his back Monday, according to head coach Kliff Kingsbury, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy missed Sunday's win over the Rams due to the injury, which was his first missed game of the season. The fourth-year pro was unable to practice last week, and despite the need for tests on his back, it seems like he does have a chance to play Week 11 against the 49ers, considering Klingsburry referred to him as day-to-day.
Nov 13, 2022
Won't play Sunday
Murphy (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rams, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy is slated to miss his first game in 2022 as a result of a back issue. In his absence, Marco Wilson, Trayvon Mullen and Antonio Hamilton are in line to command Arizona's cornerback duties Sunday afternoon in Los Angeles. Murphy's next opportunity to suit up will come next Monday night versus San Fransisco.
Nov 11, 2022
Questionable against Rams
Murphy (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't practice this week due to his back injury, but he'll still be in the mix to play during Sunday's Week 10 matchup. If he's unavailable, Trayvon Mullen and Antonio Hamilton should see increased playing time.
Nov 9, 2022
Absent from practice Wednesday
Murphy (back) did not participate in Wednesday's walkthrough practice, Kevin Parrish Jr. of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy has been dealing with a back issue since late October, but it hasn't yet cost him any playing time. In fact, the cornerback has played 100 percent of Arizona's defensive snaps in all but one contest so far this season. With that in mind, it's possible that the Cardinals are just managing Murphy's practice reps, but it bears watching how the remainder of the week plays out, especially with fellow defensive back Budda Baker (ankle) already ruled out for Week 10.
Nov 4, 2022
No injury designation
Murphy doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against Seattle, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was limited during practice Wednesday and Thursday due to a lingering back injury, but he logged a full session Friday and is good to go for Sunday. He'll have his hands full trying to slow down DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett during Arizona's Week 9 divisional clash with Seattle.
Oct 30, 2022
Ready to go Sunday
Murphy (back) is active Sunday against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't land on the injury report until Friday, when he was a limited participant in practice due to a back issue. His ability to suit up will be a big boost to the Cardinals secondary, as it goes against Justin Jefferson and the Vikings' passing attack.
Oct 30, 2022
On track to play Week 8
Murphy (back), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Minnesota, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy's status won't officially be locked in until Arizona releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the 1 p.m. ET kickoff, but his expected availability is a major boon for the Cardinals secondary. The Cardinals' No. 1 cornerback will likely find himself shadowing Justin Jefferson for most of the day, and Murphy has shown the ability this season to limit the effectiveness of other teams' top wideouts. Murphy most notably kept Cooper Kupp in check during the Cardinals' Week 3 meeting with the Rams, holding the star receiver to season lows in catches (four) and yards (44).
Oct 28, 2022
Listed as questionable for Sunday
Murphy (back) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Vikings, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy landed on the injury report Friday as a limited participant due to a back injury and is questionable for Sunday's matchup. If the fourth-year cornerback is unable to suit up, expect Antonio Hamilton and Trayvon Mullen to garner increased roles against Minnesota.
Oct 17, 2022
Records five tackles in Week 6
Murphy tallied five tackles and one pass defense during Sunday's 19-9 defeat in Seattle.
ANALYSIS
After opening the season with just 10 tackles through the first four games, Murphy has made a much bigger impact in the box score the last two contests, with 14 total stops and a half sack. Along with safety Jalen Thompson, Murphy has played all but one defensive snap on the campaign to lead the Cardinals, and Thompson (hamstring, DNP) was included on Monday's practice estimate ahead of Thursday's outing versus the Saints, so Murphy could be in line for additional opportunities in the short term.
Oct 16, 2022
Active for Week 6 action
Murphy (groin) is active for Sunday's game at Seattle, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy made a sudden appearance on Arizona's final injury report of Week 6 prep as limited in practice by a groin issue. Officially termed questionable to play Sunday, he's available and will man one of the starting cornerback spots for the team. Through five contests this season, Murphy has racked up 19 tackles, two fumble recoveries (one returned for a touchdown) and a half sack.
Oct 14, 2022
Lands on injury report Friday
Murphy is questionable for Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks due to a groin injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy landed on the injury report Friday as a limited participant due to the groin injury, putting his status for Week 6 in danger. the extent of the situation is unclear, but if Murphy is sidelined Sunday, expect Antonio Hamilton and Christian Matthew to have increased roles in Arizona's secondary.
Sep 21, 2022
Returns fumble for touchdown
Murphy recorded one tackle and recovered a fumble that he returned 59 yards for a touchdown during Sunday's 29-23 victory at Las Vegas.
ANALYSIS
A 2019 second-round pick, Murphy has notched at least 51 tackles in each of his three full seasons, including a career-best 78 as a rookie. Through two games of his fourth pro campaign, he has just five on the ledger, but he salvaged what previously was a quiet Week 2 with the game-winning score. Murphy will seek expanded tackle opportunities this Sunday versus the Rams.
Sep 11, 2022
Ready to go Sunday
Murphy (illness) is active Sunday against the Chiefs, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy landed on the injury report Friday due to the illness. He's expected to start across from fellow cornerback Marco Wilson, as the Cardinals take on the Chiefs' retooled passing attack.
Sep 9, 2022
Iffy for Sunday
Murphy (illness) is questionable for Sunday's season opener against the Chiefs, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy landed on the injury report Friday as a participant with an illness. The 2019 second-round pick will have two days to shake the aliment before attempting to suit up for Week 1. If he's unable to suit up, Javelin Guidry and Christian Matthew would be candidates for increased roles.
Dec 11, 2021
Cleared for Monday
Murphy (foot) is no longer carrying an injury designation, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy was limited in practice earlier in the week, but he was able to practice in full Saturday. The fourth-year pro's availability is great news for the Cardinals' secondary as they take on the daunted Rams passing attack Monday.
Dec 9, 2021
Nursing foot injury
Murphy was a limited participant at Thursday's practice due to a foot injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy played through the injury Sunday against the Bears and recorded his fourth interception of the season. The fact the 23-year-old is practicing to begin the week indicates he didn't aggravate the issue and is on track to play Monday versus the Rams.
Dec 7, 2021
Fourth INT of season
Murphy recorded six tackles (four solo) along with half a sack and an interception in Sunday's 33-22 win over the Bears on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Murphy picked off his fourth pass of the season and is now tied for seventh in NFL in interceptions. The young corner was one of four Arizona defenders to pick off Andy Dalton as he solidified the win with a fourth-quarter interception. Murphy and the rest of the Arizona defense gets a much tougher matchup next Monday night against the Rams.
Dec 5, 2021
Will be available Sunday
Murphy (foot) is active Sunday against the Bears, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy landed on the injury report Friday with a foot injury, but it won't keep him out of Sunday's contest. The 2019 second-round pick has played at least 80.0 percent of the Cardinals' defensive snaps in all but one game this season, but it's unclear if his role will be limited due to the recent foot issue.
Dec 3, 2021
Picks up foot injury
Murphy is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears due to a foot injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
It's apparently a fresh injury, as Murphy was absent from the injury report until working as a limited participant Friday. The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but the recency of the issue put his availability in question for Sunday's contest.
Oct 17, 2021
Suiting up against Browns
Murphy (ribs) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Browns, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy is set to return after a one-game absence. He logged two limited practices and should be set for his starting role in the team's secondary. In four games this season, Murphy has recorded 14 tackles, six passes defended and three interceptions.
Oct 15, 2021
Questionable Sunday
Murphy (ribs) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't practice Wednesday but was a limited participant Thursday and Friday. Although he carries an injury designation for Week 6, he seems to be trending in the right direction ahead of the matchup against the Browns.
Oct 14, 2021
Returns for limited practice
Murphy (ribs) logged a limited practice Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy missed the Cardinals' Week 5 contest against the 49ers and did not practice Wednesday. However, he logged a limited session Thursday and is expected to return for Sunday's matchup against the Browns. In four games this season, Murphy has totaled 14 tackles, six passes defended and two interceptions.
Oct 8, 2021
Unavailable Sunday
Murphy (ribs) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't participate in practice this week, and he'll be forced to miss his first game of the season. Antonio Hamilton (ankle) and Marco Wilson (ribs) should see increased usage if they're cleared to play against San Francisco.
Sep 28, 2021
Notches first career TD
Murphy (ankle) compiled four tackles and two interceptions, including a pick-six, during Sunday's 31-19 victory at Jacksonville.
ANALYSIS
Murphy's practice reps were impacted during Week 3 prep, as he didn't get on the field Thursday before putting in a limited showing Friday. Deemed active before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, he didn't look worse for wear at all and managed to play all 68 snaps on defense for a second consecutive game. It's difficult to project high tackle totals for cornerbacks, and Murphy himself has put up a modest 54.1 tackles per 17 games through two-plus seasons. Still, if a playmaking gene emerges, he could begin to put himself into the IDP picture.
Sep 26, 2021
Active for Week 3
The Cardinals listed Murphy (ankle) as active ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Jaguars, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy appeared on the Cardinals' injury report Thursday for the first time this season, but it appears to have been a minor issue. The 23-year-old cornerback has played over 90 percent of the snaps in each of the first two games this season and will likely play a major role for Arizona's secondary again in Week 3.
Sep 24, 2021
Likely to play Week 3
Murphy (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game at Jacksonville, according to Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't practice Thursday but was able to log a limited session Friday, and head coach Kliff Kingsbury delivered an encouraging update regarding the availability of the former Washington standout. "Byron, I feel good about him. We'll see how he progresses in the next couple of days but I feel good about him," Kingsbury said. Murphy has played over 90 percent of the snaps in each of the Cardinals' first two games and his absence would represent a huge blow to the secondary.
Sep 23, 2021
Ankle injury surfaces
Murphy (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy didn't have any limitations Wednesday, suggesting this is a new injury. The starting cornerback will need to heal up quickly in order to suit up for Sunday's trip to Jacksonville, and Murphy's status at Friday's practice should provide more clarity on his chances of playing.
Nov 11, 2020
Returns from COVID-19 list
The Cardinals activated Murphy from the reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday, Kyle Odegard of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy tested positive for COVID-19 last Monday, but he's now been cleared to resume practicing with teammates. As such, the second-year cornerback can be considered on track for Sunday's game against the Bills, just in time to provide Arizona's secondary with reinforcements in a key matchup.
Nov 9, 2020
May return Week 10
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Monday that he's "hopeful" Murphy will clear the league's COVID-19 protocols and return to practice this week, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy revealed his positive COVID-19 test exactly one week ago, so he could return to practice Wednesday or Thursday, depending on when the test took place. It sounds like his recovery has gone well, and if that holds true, the second-year cornerback should return to a starting cornerback role with the Bills coming to town Sunday.
Nov 4, 2020
Ruled out for Week 9
Murphy (illness) won't play Sunday against Miami, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Murphy confirmed that he tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this week, so his absence Sunday will come as no surprise. The 2019 second-round pick will be eligible to come off the reserve/COVID-19 list once he's asymptomatic and 10 days have passed since is last positive test, so he could still come back in time to face Buffalo in Week 10 if everything goes right.
Nov 2, 2020
Announces he's contracted COVID-19
Murphy has tested positive for COVID-19, as reported on his personal Twitter account.
ANALYSIS
A confirmation test will surely be issued in the near future to verify Murphy's status, but this update means there is a high probability of him being forced to sit Week 9 against Miami. Per NFL regulations, if Murphy becomes asymptomatic he can return once 10 days have passed since the initial positive test. Alternatively, should Murphy become asymptomatic and post two consecutive negative PCR virus test at least 24 hours apart, he could return as soon as five days from the initial positive result.
Nov 2, 2020
Lands on COVID-19 list
Murphy was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Linebacker Devon Kennard was one of the positive results reported by the Cardinals this weekend, but it remains unclear if Murphy also tested positive or if he was in close contact with an infected individual. Given that uncertainly, it's unclear when Murphy is expected to rejoin the team. If he can't play Week 9, De'Vante Bausby should have an increased role in the secondary.
Jan 13, 2020
Healthy tackle total as rookie
Murphy compiled 78 tackles (66 solo), 10 pass defenses and one interception in 16 games during his rookie campaign.
ANALYSIS
A 2019 second-round pick, Murphy put up a healthy tackle total but mostly struggled in his first year as a pro. Specifically, he gave up a league-worst nine touchdown passes in coverage, which helped contribute to the Cardinals giving up the second most (38) in the NFL. Murphy thus received an unsightly 48.8 grade from Pro Football Focus. Because he ranked second on the team in defensive snap share (97.6 percent), he seemingly will be afforded every opportunity to prove Arizona's investment in him.
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