The praise of new Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has been effusive. Every new report, every quote from anyone around the Cardinals says something impressive.
We have more from a teammate. This time it is guard Justin Pugh, who will block for Murray as a starting left guard.
He compares Murray to a former teammate, receiver Odell Beckham.
“Kyler has been unbelievable,” he said on Good Morning Football. “The things he can do, there are very few guys (who can). I mean, Odell Beckham comes to mind with natural, God-given ability. He can make every throw and he’s one of those guys, where when he makes a play, everyone just stops and stares.”
Pugh even admits to sometimes getting caught up in watching Murray make a play instead of focusing on his job in a rep in practice.
Pugh isn’t saying Murray will make amazing, one-handed catches on the field. He isn’t saying Murray is a great receiver. He is saying Murray is as naturally gifted as a player as Beckham.
Beckham, now a member of the Cleveland Browns, in five seasons has already caught 390 passes for more than 5,400 yards. As a rookie, he had over 1,300 yards in only 13 games.
Murray could have that impactful a rookie campaign.
Is it hype? Yes, but as consistently as it is coming and from as many people, it is hard not to believe.
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