After being released from the Houston Texans, veteran defensive end JJ Watt was one of the most-wanted free agents earlier this month. He was pursued by a host of top NFL teams that reportedly included the likes of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Buffalo Bills, Chicago Bears, and even NFC North big boys Green Bay Packers [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/green-bay-packers/]. However, it was ultimately NFC West franchise Arizona Cardinals [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/arizona-cardinals/] that won the race for his signature. JJ Watt signed a 2-year deal with the Cardinals worth $28 million. That can increase up to $31 million provided certain performance-related bonus clauses are met. But what helped Cardinals General Manager Steve Keim lure the 31-year-old defensive star to Glendale? ALSO READ- Is Alex Smith the Answer to New England Patriots’ Quarterback Struggles? [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-news-is-alex-smith-the-answer-to-new-england-patriots-quarterback-struggles/] JJ WATT BECOMES LATEST BIG-NAME SIGNING FOR THE ARIZONA CARDINALS Former NFL star and reputed GM Steve Keim was the latest guest on The Rich Eisen Show earlier today. He revealed how popular country-folk singer, Blake Shelton, helped connect with JJ Watt as other teams stepped up their efforts to bring in the former Texans’ defensive end. “He (Blake Shelton) made some videos, recruiting videos for me. So he’s, he’s not a fair-weather fan. He is all in….I mean, you have to do what you can, Rich,” Keim said [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbE_42ECG-g&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=TheRichEisenShow] on the show. The Cardinals faithful surely owe a debt of gratitude to Shelton for helping bring in one of the most in-demand players this summer. Watt returned from injury in 2020. However, his final season in Texas ended on a dismal note with a 4-12 record. He will join former teammate DeAndre Hopkins in Arizona. In Watt and Chandler Jones, coach Kliff Kingsbury’s team now have one of the strongest defenses in the league. In Kyler Murray, Larry Fitzgerald, Hopkins, Jones, and now Watt, the Cardinals boast a plethora of talent. They own the 17th pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, which is scheduled to be held between April 29th – May 1st, 2020. Coach Kingsbury will be banking on his new superstar to help challenge for the NFC West title in the upcoming 2021 NFL season. Fans will be eager to flock to the State Farm Stadium and see their latest big-name signing. Let’s hope they can do that later this year. ALSO READ- NFL Insider Tips Kyle Rudolph to be ‘Snapped Up Quickly’ from Free Agent Pool [https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-news-insider-tips-minnesota-vikings-kyle-rudolph-to-be-snapped-up-quickly-from-free-agent-pool/] 

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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Arizona Cardinals 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Cardinals had a <a href="https://www.windycitygridiron.com/2009/6/11/906146/origins-of-football-1890s-to-1933" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">history</a> as an amateur club with their origins in the latter part of the 19th century. They played as the Morgan Athletic Club for 22 years from 1898 to 1920. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">In 1920, the team was one of the founder members of the NFL alongside the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/green-bay-packers/">Green Bay Packers</a> and the Bears, who were based in Decatur at the time. </span></p>
<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-399717" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201004172920/unnamed-102.jpg" alt="" width="512" height="303" />
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The <a href="https://www.profootballhof.com/teams/arizona-cardinals/team-facts/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cardinals</a> spent 40 seasons in Chicago but played the 1944 NFL season under a different name, the Card-Pitt. The move was due to numerous football players drafted into active service. As a result, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Cardinals <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/15/sports/football/15steagles.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">merged</a> for a single season. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">However, their abysmal performance led to them being <a href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/2009/1/23/730266/a-look-back-at-1944-when-t" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">labeled</a> as <em>"Car-Pitts"</em> as they didn't <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/crd/1944.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">win</a> a single game and disbanded after the war ended in 1945. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Like the Bears, the Cardinals also switched their base of operations. The team moved to Missouri. From 1963, they had a state rival in the form of the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs-nfl/">Kansas City Chiefs</a>. </span></p>


[caption id="attachment_382450" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-382450 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200919073726/2020-09-13T200631Z_477310491_NOCID_RTRMADP_3_NFL-ARIZONA-CARDINALS-AT-SAN-FRANCISCO-49ERS.jpg" alt="Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray warms ahead of the season opening game against San Francisco 49ers in Week One." width="1920" height="1280" /> September 13, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) warms up before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports/REUTERS[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">In 1988, the franchise moved west to the state of Phoenix. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Despite their move, they remained in the NFC's East Division until the 2002 NFL expansion. At this time, the league assigned them to the NFC West where they played alongside the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nfl/san-francisco-49ers/">San Francisco 49ers</a>, Seattle Seahawks, and Los Angeles Rams. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Arizona Cardinals finished the <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2019/index.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2019</a> NFL season 2nd in the NFC West. As a result, their post-season drought has entered a 6th season, which the franchise will hope to end quickly. They finished the season at 8th in the overall NFC standings. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Cardinal's 2020 campaign rounded out with an 8-8 record and the franchise placed 3rd in the NFC West. The Phoenix-based entity did not qualify; however, they managed to improve on their 5-10-1 record from the previous season.</span></p>


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<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Owner Achievements</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Cardinals are a family-owned team with ownership passing down the Bidwill family. The Bidwill's first involvement in the team came in 1933 when Bidwell purchased the team in Chicago.</span></p>
<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-399722" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201004173036/4-39.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" />
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Later, his son, Bill Bidwill, took control of the team for nearly 4 decades before passing on the baton of President and owner to his son Michael in <a href="https://www.azcardinals.com/team/front-office-roster/michael-j-bidwill" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2007</a>. This came after Bill oversaw the Cardinals' move from the Sun Devil Stadium to the University of Phoenix Stadium. </span></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Arizona Cardinals Achievements</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Arizona Cardinals have tasted success with their NFL Championship wins in the pre-Super-Bowl era as the Chicago Cardinals. The franchise endured a 61-season drought before achieving success in the form of a maiden conference championship.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">They clinched the NFC title in 2008 and earned a trip to the <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200902010crd.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Super Bowl XLIII</a> game to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">Besides these, the <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/crd/index.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cardinals</a> have claimed 7 divisional titles and have made it to the Playoffs 10 times. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The franchise is starved of success on an individual level and is one of seven NFL sides to have not produced a single regular-season <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/awards/ap-nfl-mvp-award.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">MVP</a> winner. </span></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Arizona Cardinals Logo</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Cardinals' original logo featured the letter 'C' encircled by a larger C in all deep red. Later, when they merged with the Pittsburgh Steelers for a single season, the logo read out "Card-Pitt". For the next dozen seasons, the Cardinal was given a brown color, and it stood on the seam of a football. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">In 1960, when the team departed Chicago, they created a crest featuring a beefed-up Cardinal sprinting towards the end zone with a football in hand. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Cardinal football player became more prominent in the 1962 season as it sprinted through a loop. </span></p>
<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-399724" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201004173109/Arizona-Cardinals-Logo-History.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="1158" />
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">In 1970, the Cardinals introduced a version of the logo that fans still see on the jersey today. It featured a Cardinal staring to the right. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The franchise retained the design but changed the brightened red face and yellow beak. 6 NFL seasons later, the team oversaw another minor change. As the team changed their name from Phoenix Cardinals to Arizona Cardinals, their colors red and yellow in their logo became a tad darker. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">The franchise continued with this logo for eleven seasons before shaking things up ahead of the 2005 NFL season. Their new logo saw the Cardinal get a fierce glare. </span></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: 400">Its beak appeared much more prominent than earlier. Furthermore, they changed the outline to give the impression of the staring downwards as though surveying the scene. What's more, the black line near the front of the Cardinal's face is sharper, thus adding to the mean look. </span></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Arizona Cardinals 2022 Sponsors</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">The Cardinals have partnered up with Gila River Hotels &amp; Casinos in a 15-year deal. The partnership includes Cardinals-themed contests, custom Cardinals-designed hotel rooms, and other promotions throughout the NFL season. This move comes in after a longstanding ban against casino advertising in 2018.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Dignity Health clinched the naming rights for the Arizona Cardinals Training Center. The naming rights were handed over to the practice facility and main office in a 10-year agreement that changed the name from Cards’ Tempe house. Moreover, the franchise has been working at the Tempe facility since 1989 and recently underwent $15 million worth of various upgrades.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Arizona Cardinals 2022 Roster Foundation</b></h2>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Quarterbacks</span></td>
<td>#16 Jarrett Guarantano

#12 Colt McCoy

#19 Trace McSorley

#1 Kyler Murray</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Running Backs</span></td>
<td>#26 Eno Benjamin

#6 James Conner

#30 Keaontay Ingram

#29 Jonathan Ward

#24 Darrel Williams</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Wide Receivers</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">#82 Andre Baccellia</span>

#38 Victor Bolden

#2 Marquise Brown

#83 Greg Dortch

#18 A.J. Green

#10 DeAndre Hopkins

#17 Andy Isabella

#31 Jontre Kirklin

#4 Rondale Moore

#32 JaVonta Payton

#13 Antoine Wesley</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Tight Ends</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">#89 Stephen Anderson</span>

#86 Zach Ertz

#85 Trey McBride

#49 Chris Pierce Jr.

#80 Bernhard Seikovits

#87 Maxx Williams</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Offensive Linemen</span></td>
<td>#68 Kelvin Beachum

#73 Rashaad Coward

#72 Cody Ford

#64 Sean Harlow

#78 Marquis Hayes

#76 Will Hernandez

#61 Rodney Hudson

#74 D.J. Humphries

#63 Danny Isidora

#79 Josh Jones

#65 Greg Long

#60 Koda Martin

#66 Joshua Miles

#71 Justin Murray

#67 Justin Pugh

#54 Lecitus Smith</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Defensive Linemen</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">#94 Zach Allen</span>

#91 Michael Dogbe

#93 Jonathan Ledbetter

#99 J.J. Watt

#95 Leki Fotu

#75 Manny Jones

#90 Rashard Lawrence

#70 Christian Ringo

#92 Antwaun Woods</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Linebackers</span></td>
<td>#25 Zaven Collins

#56 Ben Niemann

#9 Isaiah Simmons

#47 Ezekiel Turner

#51 Tanner Vallejo

#57 Nick Vigil

#59 Joe Walker

#50 Chandler Wooten

#52 Victor Dimukeje

#45 Dennis Gardeck

#44 Markus Golden

#42 Devon Kennard

#43 Jesse Luketa

#41 Myjai Sanders

#97 Cameron Thomas</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Defensive Backs</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">#33 Antonio Hamilton</span>

#36 Josh Jackson

#35 Christian Matthew

#7 Byron Murphy Jr.

#39 Jace Whittaker

#20 Marco Wilson

#3 Budda Baker

#48 Tae Daley

#22 Deionte Thompson

#34 Jalen Thompson

#28 Charles Washington

#38 James Wiggins</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Special Team</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">#5 Matt Prater</span>

#46 Aaron Brewer

#14 Andy Lee</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>2022 Charity</b></h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Cardinals Charities support programs to enhance opportunities for children, women, and minorities in the state of Arizona. Since its inception, Cardinals Charities has distributed more than $9.1 million to hundreds of worthy charitable organizations on behalf of the Arizona Cardinals and the NFL. The grants are awarded on an annual basis in response to applications from various qualified non-profit organizations.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Additionally, the Cardinals made a $1 million funding donation to the AZ Coronavirus relief fund, which is meant to give financial support to multiple organizations trying to deal with the impact of COVID-19. Moreover, the Cardinals license plate system comes in to bring a portion of the cost that will benefit Cardinals charities.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>Achievements and History</b></h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="301">Founded</td>
<td width="301">1988</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Owner</td>
<td width="301">Michael Bidwill</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">CEO</td>
<td width="301">Michael Bidwill</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Head Coach</td>
<td width="301">Kliff Kingsbury</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">General Manager</td>
<td width="301">Steve Keim</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Stadium</td>
<td width="301">State Farm Stadium</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Location</td>
<td width="301">Glendale, Arizona, west of Phoenix</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Sponsors</td>
<td width="301">Gila River Hotels &amp; Casinos, Dignity Health, Mountainside Fitness, Cox Communications,</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Championships</td>
<td width="301">League championships (2)

NFL Championships (pre-1970 AFL-NFL merger) (2)

1925, 1947

Conference championships (1)

NFC: 2008

Division championships (7)

NFL Western: 1947, 1948

NFC East: 1974, 1975

NFC West: 2008, 2009, 2015</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Official Website</td>
<td width="301">Arizona Cardinals- <a href="https://www.azcardinals.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.azcardinals.com</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report The Cardinals had a history as an amateur club with their origins in the latter part of the 19th century. They played as the Morgan Athletic Club for 22 years from 1898 to 1920.  In 1920, the team was one of the founder members of the NFL alongside the Green Bay Packers and the Bears, who were based in Decatur at the time.  The Cardinals spent 40 seasons in Chicago but played the 1944 NFL season under a different name, the Card-Pitt. The move was due to numerous football players drafted into active service. As a result, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Cardinals merged for a single season. However, their abysmal performance led to them being labeled as &#8220;Car-Pitts&#8221; as they didn&#8217;t win a single game and disbanded after the war ended in 1945.  Like the Bears, the Cardinals also switched their base of operations. The team moved to Missouri. From 1963, they had a state rival in the form of the Kansas City Chiefs.  September 13, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) warms up before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi&#8217;s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports/REUTERS In 1988, the franchise moved west to the state of Phoenix. Despite their move, they remained in the NFC&#8217;s East Division until the 2002 NFL expansion. At this time, the league assigned them to the NFC West where they played alongside the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, and Los Angeles Rams.  The Arizona Cardinals finished the 2019 NFL season 2nd in the NFC West. As a result, their post-season drought has entered a 6th season, which the franchise will hope to end quickly. They finished the season at 8th in the overall NFC standings.  The Cardinal&#8217;s 2020 campaign rounded out with an 8-8 record and the franchise placed 3rd in the NFC West. The Phoenix-based entity did not qualify; however, they managed to improve on their 5-10-1 record from the previous season. Nov 15, 2020; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs the ball against the Buffalo Bills in the second quarter at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports/REUTERS Owner Achievements The Cardinals are a family-owned team with ownership passing down the Bidwill family. The Bidwill&#8217;s first involvement in the team came in 1933 when Bidwell purchased the team in Chicago. Later, his son, Bill Bidwill, took control of the team for nearly 4 decades before passing on the baton of President and owner to his son Michael in 2007. This came after Bill oversaw the Cardinals&#8217; move from the Sun Devil Stadium to the University of Phoenix Stadium.  Arizona Cardinals Achievements The Arizona Cardinals have tasted success with their NFL Championship wins in the pre-Super-Bowl era as the Chicago Cardinals. The franchise endured a 61-season drought before achieving success in the form of a maiden conference championship. They clinched the NFC title in 2008 and earned a trip to the Super Bowl XLIII game to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. Besides these, the Cardinals have claimed 7 divisional titles and have made it to the Playoffs 10 times.  The franchise is starved of success on an individual level and is one of seven NFL sides to have not produced a single regular-season MVP winner.  Arizona Cardinals Logo The Cardinals&#8217; original logo featured the letter &#8216;C&#8217; encircled by a larger C in all deep red. Later, when they merged with the Pittsburgh Steelers for a single season, the logo read out &#8220;Card-Pitt&#8221;. For the next dozen seasons, the Cardinal was given a brown color, and it stood on the seam of a football.  In 1960, when the team departed Chicago, they created a crest featuring a beefed-up Cardinal sprinting towards the end zone with a football in hand.  The Cardinal football player became more prominent in the 1962 season as it sprinted through a loop.  In 1970, the Cardinals introduced a version of the logo that fans still see on the jersey today. It featured a Cardinal staring to the right.  The franchise retained the design but changed the brightened red face and yellow beak. 6 NFL seasons later, the team oversaw another minor change. As the team changed their name from Phoenix Cardinals to Arizona Cardinals, their colors red and yellow in their logo became a tad darker.  The franchise continued with this logo for eleven seasons before shaking things up ahead of the 2005 NFL season. Their new logo saw the Cardinal get a fierce glare.  Its beak appeared much more prominent than earlier. Furthermore, they changed the outline to give the impression of the staring downwards as though surveying the scene. What&#8217;s more, the black line near the front of the Cardinal&#8217;s face is sharper, thus adding to the mean look.  Arizona Cardinals 2022 Sponsors The Cardinals have partnered up with Gila River Hotels &amp; Casinos in a 15-year deal. The partnership includes Cardinals-themed contests, custom Cardinals-designed hotel rooms, and other promotions throughout the NFL season. This move comes in after a longstanding ban against casino advertising in 2018. Dignity Health clinched the naming rights for the Arizona Cardinals Training Center. The naming rights were handed over to the practice facility and main office in a 10-year agreement that changed the name from Cards’ Tempe house. Moreover, the franchise has been working at the Tempe facility since 1989 and recently underwent $15 million worth of various upgrades. Arizona Cardinals 2022 Roster Foundation  Quarterbacks #16 Jarrett Guarantano #12 Colt McCoy #19 Trace McSorley #1 Kyler Murray  Running Backs #26 Eno Benjamin #6 James Conner #30 Keaontay Ingram #29 Jonathan Ward #24 Darrel Williams  Wide Receivers #82 Andre Baccellia #38 Victor Bolden #2 Marquise Brown #83 Greg Dortch #18 A.J. Green #10 DeAndre Hopkins #17 Andy Isabella #31 Jontre Kirklin #4 Rondale Moore #32 JaVonta Payton #13 Antoine Wesley  Tight Ends #89 Stephen Anderson #86 Zach Ertz #85 Trey McBride #49 Chris Pierce Jr. #80 Bernhard Seikovits #87 Maxx Williams  Offensive Linemen #68 Kelvin Beachum #73 Rashaad Coward #72 Cody Ford #64 Sean Harlow #78 Marquis Hayes #76 Will Hernandez #61 Rodney Hudson #74 D.J. Humphries #63 Danny Isidora #79 Josh Jones #65 Greg Long #60 Koda Martin #66 Joshua Miles #71 Justin Murray #67 Justin Pugh #54 Lecitus Smith  Defensive Linemen #94 Zach Allen #91 Michael Dogbe #93 Jonathan Ledbetter #99 J.J. Watt #95 Leki Fotu #75 Manny Jones #90 Rashard Lawrence #70 Christian Ringo #92 Antwaun Woods  Linebackers #25 Zaven Collins #56 Ben Niemann #9 Isaiah Simmons #47 Ezekiel Turner #51 Tanner Vallejo #57 Nick Vigil #59 Joe Walker #50 Chandler Wooten #52 Victor Dimukeje #45 Dennis Gardeck #44 Markus Golden #42 Devon Kennard #43 Jesse Luketa #41 Myjai Sanders #97 Cameron Thomas  Defensive Backs #33 Antonio Hamilton #36 Josh Jackson #35 Christian Matthew #7 Byron Murphy Jr. #39 Jace Whittaker #20 Marco Wilson #3 Budda Baker #48 Tae Daley #22 Deionte Thompson #34 Jalen Thompson #28 Charles Washington #38 James Wiggins  Special Team #5 Matt Prater #46 Aaron Brewer #14 Andy Lee  2022 Charity Cardinals Charities support programs to enhance opportunities for children, women, and minorities in the state of Arizona. Since its inception, Cardinals Charities has distributed more than $9.1 million to hundreds of worthy charitable organizations on behalf of the Arizona Cardinals and the NFL. The grants are awarded on an annual basis in response to applications from various qualified non-profit organizations. Additionally, the Cardinals made a $1 million funding donation to the AZ Coronavirus relief fund, which is meant to give financial support to multiple organizations trying to deal with the impact of COVID-19. Moreover, the Cardinals license plate system comes in to bring a portion of the cost that will benefit Cardinals charities. Achievements and History  Founded 1988  Owner Michael Bidwill  CEO Michael Bidwill  Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury  General Manager Steve Keim  Stadium State Farm Stadium  Location Glendale, Arizona, west of Phoenix  Sponsors Gila River Hotels &amp; Casinos, Dignity Health, Mountainside Fitness, Cox Communications,  Championships League championships (2) NFL Championships (pre-1970 AFL-NFL merger) (2) 1925, 1947 Conference championships (1) NFC: 2008 Division championships (7) NFL Western: 1947, 1948 NFC East: 1974, 1975 NFC West: 2008, 2009, 2015  Official Website Arizona Cardinals- www.azcardinals.com

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<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center"><strong>Deshaun Watson 2022: Net Worth, Salary, &amp; Endorsements</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Derrick Deshaun Watson, popularly known as just Deshaun Watson, is an NFL quarterback who currently plays for the Cleveland Browns. Watson was drafted by the Houston Texans as the 12th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.</p>


[caption id="attachment_1148784" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1148784 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1195493645.jpg" alt="Deshaun Watson" width="1920" height="1280" /> TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 21: Quarterback Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans talk with the media during his post game press conference after the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on December 21, 2019 in Tampa, Florida. The Texans defeated the Buccaneers 23 to 20. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">Deshaun Watson spent his rookie years with the Texans before getting traded to the Cleveland Browns in 2022. During his five years of stay in Houston, Watson made the Pro Bowl three times consecutively.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Watson missed the entire 2021 season and is suspended for 11 games in 2022 after multiple sexual allegations were imposed against him. However, amidst all the controversy, Watson inked one of the biggest guaranteed deals with the Cleveland Browns, the NFL has ever seen.</p>

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center"><strong>Deshaun Watson</strong> Stats</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">According to <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/W/WatsDe00.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pro-Football-Reference</a>, Deshaun Watson, in his four active seasons in the NFL has started a total of 53 games in the regular season. During those games, Watson threw 1,186 passes in 1,748 attempts covering 14,539 yards scoring 104 touchdowns with 36 interceptions.</p>


[caption id="attachment_506036" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-506036 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210107053618/2021-01-03T220112Z_361645701_MT1USATODAY15392203_RTRMADP_3_NFL-TENNESSEE-TITANS-AT-HOUSTON-TEXANS.jpg" alt="Deshaun Watson trade Houston Texans" width="1920" height="1351" /> Jan 3, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws a pass against the Tennessee Titans during the first quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">The quarterback made the playoffs twice in his pro football career so far. He has played three games in the offseason. During his playoff games, Watson completed 80 passes in 126 attempts throwing for 870 yards, scoring four touchdowns and one interception.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Despite his off-field controversies, Watson has proved to be an incredible athlete on the gridiron. In his four active seasons in the NFL, the Clemson alumnus has been named to the All-Rookie Team in his first year and made the Pro Bowl for the next three seasons.</p>

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center"><strong>Deshaun Watson</strong><strong> 2022 Net Worth</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: center">According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nfl/deshaun-watson-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, Deshaun Watson is estimated to be worth $50 million. After getting drafted by the Houston Texans in 2017, Watson signed a four-year rookie contract worth a staggering $13.84 million, featuring an $8.21 million signing bonus. However, his contract with the Cleveland Browns changed the course of guaranteed contracts in the NFL.</p>


[caption id="attachment_1148787" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1148787 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1401783390.jpg" alt="Deshaun Watson" width="1920" height="1280" /> BEREA, OH - JUNE 08: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns runs a drill during the Cleveland Browns offseason workout at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on June 8, 2022 in Berea, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">Despite being the most controversial athlete in the league with 22 allegations of sexual misconduct against him and an uncertain future in the NFL, he inked a record five-year contract worth $230 million fully guaranteed with the Browns. Thus shaping the quarterback market once and for all.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">As of now, he has an average annual salary of $46 million, making him the fourth highest-paid quarterback in the league.</p>

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center"><strong>Deshaun Watson</strong> Endorsements</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">The Browns quarterback has signed many endorsement deals during his six years as an NFL quarterback. He endorses brands like DraftKings, Epix, Gillette, Miller Lite, Oikos, Raising Cane's, Rocket Mortgage, Samsung, Verizon, Zurvita, and Rolex.</p>


[caption id="attachment_1148786" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1148786 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1293558201.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1280" /> HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 27: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans in action against the Cincinnati Bengals at NRG Stadium on December 27, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">However, due to multiple sexual misconduct allegations, the Browns QB has been suspended from endorsing big brands like Nike, Beats by Dre, and Reliant Energy. Yet still, Watson reportedly makes an estimated $8 million annually just from endorsement deals.</p>

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center"><strong>Deshaun Watson</strong> Charity and Foundations</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Apart from being an incredible athlete, Deshaun Watson is also an active participant in charity work. In 2019 he established a foundation namely the <a href="https://www.deshaunwatsonfoundation.org/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Deshaun Watson Foundation</a> <em>"dedicated to education, health, housing and other charitable causes that support families and youth in underserved communities."</em></p>


[caption id="attachment_1148783" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1148783 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1387699608.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1280" /> BEREA, OHIO - MARCH 25: Quarterback Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns speaks during his press conference introducing him to the Cleveland Browns at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 25, 2022 in Berea, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">Watson also partnered with Reliant Energy to donate $175,000 worth of tech to needy school-going kids. In 2017 he also donated $27,000 from his first NFL game check to three NRG Stadium employees affected by Hurricane Harvey.</p>

<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">How to Contact <strong>Deshaun Watson</strong>?</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/deshaunwatson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">deshaunwatson</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center">Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/deshaunwatson" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@deshaunwatson</a></p>

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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Born</span></td>
<td>September 14, 1995<span class="noprint ForceAgeToShow"> (age 27)</span></td>
</tr>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td>215 lbs (98 kg)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td>6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Position</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Quarterback</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">NFL Draft</span></td>
<td>2017 / Round: 1 / Pick: 12</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Girlfriend</span></td>
<td>Jilly Anais (Spouse)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Endorsements</span></td>
<td>DraftKings, Epix, Gillette, Miller Lite, Oikos, Raising Cane's, Rocket Mortgage, Samsung, Verizon, Zurvita, Rolex, Nike (Suspended), Beats by Dre (Suspended)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Agent </span></td>
<td>David Mulugheta</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Residence</span></td>
<td>Cleveland, Ohio</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">NFL Career</span></td>
<td>Houston Texans (2017–2021)

Cleveland Browns (2022–present)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Super Bowl</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">0</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Major Achievement</span></td>
<td>3× Pro Bowl (2018–2020)

NFL passing yards leader (2020)

PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Deshaun Watson

Deshaun Watson 2022: Net Worth, Salary, &amp; Endorsements Derrick Deshaun Watson, popularly known as just Deshaun Watson, is an NFL quarterback who currently plays for the Cleveland Browns. Watson was drafted by the Houston Texans as the 12th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. TAMPA, FL &#8211; DECEMBER 21: Quarterback Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans talk with the media during his post game press conference after the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on December 21, 2019 in Tampa, Florida. The Texans defeated the Buccaneers 23 to 20. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images) Deshaun Watson spent his rookie years with the Texans before getting traded to the Cleveland Browns in 2022. During his five years of stay in Houston, Watson made the Pro Bowl three times consecutively. Watson missed the entire 2021 season and is suspended for 11 games in 2022 after multiple sexual allegations were imposed against him. However, amidst all the controversy, Watson inked one of the biggest guaranteed deals with the Cleveland Browns, the NFL has ever seen. Deshaun Watson Stats According to Pro-Football-Reference, Deshaun Watson, in his four active seasons in the NFL has started a total of 53 games in the regular season. During those games, Watson threw 1,186 passes in 1,748 attempts covering 14,539 yards scoring 104 touchdowns with 36 interceptions. Jan 3, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws a pass against the Tennessee Titans during the first quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters The quarterback made the playoffs twice in his pro football career so far. He has played three games in the offseason. During his playoff games, Watson completed 80 passes in 126 attempts throwing for 870 yards, scoring four touchdowns and one interception. Despite his off-field controversies, Watson has proved to be an incredible athlete on the gridiron. In his four active seasons in the NFL, the Clemson alumnus has been named to the All-Rookie Team in his first year and made the Pro Bowl for the next three seasons. Deshaun Watson 2022 Net Worth According to Celebrity Net Worth, Deshaun Watson is estimated to be worth $50 million. After getting drafted by the Houston Texans in 2017, Watson signed a four-year rookie contract worth a staggering $13.84 million, featuring an $8.21 million signing bonus. However, his contract with the Cleveland Browns changed the course of guaranteed contracts in the NFL. BEREA, OH &#8211; JUNE 08: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns runs a drill during the Cleveland Browns offseason workout at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on June 8, 2022 in Berea, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) Despite being the most controversial athlete in the league with 22 allegations of sexual misconduct against him and an uncertain future in the NFL, he inked a record five-year contract worth $230 million fully guaranteed with the Browns. Thus shaping the quarterback market once and for all. As of now, he has an average annual salary of $46 million, making him the fourth highest-paid quarterback in the league. Deshaun Watson Endorsements The Browns quarterback has signed many endorsement deals during his six years as an NFL quarterback. He endorses brands like DraftKings, Epix, Gillette, Miller Lite, Oikos, Raising Cane&#8217;s, Rocket Mortgage, Samsung, Verizon, Zurvita, and Rolex. HOUSTON, TEXAS &#8211; DECEMBER 27: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans in action against the Cincinnati Bengals at NRG Stadium on December 27, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) However, due to multiple sexual misconduct allegations, the Browns QB has been suspended from endorsing big brands like Nike, Beats by Dre, and Reliant Energy. Yet still, Watson reportedly makes an estimated $8 million annually just from endorsement deals. Deshaun Watson Charity and Foundations Apart from being an incredible athlete, Deshaun Watson is also an active participant in charity work. In 2019 he established a foundation namely the Deshaun Watson Foundation &#8220;dedicated to education, health, housing and other charitable causes that support families and youth in underserved communities.&#8221; BEREA, OHIO &#8211; MARCH 25: Quarterback Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns speaks during his press conference introducing him to the Cleveland Browns at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 25, 2022 in Berea, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) Watson also partnered with Reliant Energy to donate $175,000 worth of tech to needy school-going kids. In 2017 he also donated $27,000 from his first NFL game check to three NRG Stadium employees affected by Hurricane Harvey. How to Contact Deshaun Watson? Instagram &#8211; deshaunwatson Twitter &#8211; @deshaunwatson  Born September 14, 1995 (age 27)  Weight 215 lbs (98 kg)  Height 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)  Position Quarterback  NFL Draft 2017 / Round: 1 / Pick: 12  Girlfriend Jilly Anais (Spouse)  Endorsements DraftKings, Epix, Gillette, Miller Lite, Oikos, Raising Cane&#8217;s, Rocket Mortgage, Samsung, Verizon, Zurvita, Rolex, Nike (Suspended), Beats by Dre (Suspended)  Agent  David Mulugheta  Residence Cleveland, Ohio  NFL Career Houston Texans (2017–2021) Cleveland Browns (2022–present)  Super Bowl 0  Major Achievement 3× Pro Bowl (2018–2020) NFL passing yards leader (2020) PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray 2022: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Kyler Cole Murray, popularly known as Kyler Murray is an NFL quarterback who plays for the Arizona Cardinals. After winning the Heisman Trophy in 2018 with the University of Oklahoma, Murray was drafted in the MLB in 2018.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">After a one-year stint as a baseball player, the collegiate football star chose to enter the NFL in 2019. The Arizona Cardinals picked the 2018 First-Team All-American quarterback during the <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2019/draft.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2019 NFL Draft</a> as a first overall pick.</p>


[caption id="attachment_811186" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-811186 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-10-29T042630Z_1980256303_MT1USATODAY17048257_RTRMADP_3_NFL-GREEN-BAY-PACKERS-AT-ARIZONA-CARDINALS.jpg" alt="Kyler Murray" width="1920" height="1271" /> Oct 28, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) throws a pass against the Green Bay Packers during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports/REUTERS[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray is a third-generation Korean American with his maternal grandmother being a South Korean national. He was born on August 7, 1997, in Texas, California. After a successful sporting career in college, Murray was considered a hot prospect for teams in both NFL and MLB.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray Collegiate Career and MLB Stint</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Kyler grew up playing football in Texas, representing Allen High School during his teenage days. He won three straight championships with his team ending his high school career with a perfect 42-0 record as a starting quarterback.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">The future Heisman Winner joined Texas A&amp;M in 2015 and competed with current Washington Football Team star Kyle Allen for the starting quarterback role. The young prospect moved to the University of Oklahoma a year later to play under reputed coach Lincoln Riley.</p>


[caption id="attachment_996719" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-996719 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1145122037.jpg" alt="Kyler Murray" width="1920" height="1325" /> NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 25: Kyler Murray Oklahoma reacts after he was picked #1 overall by the Arizona Cardinals during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">However, the future Cardinals QB1 had to wait until 2017 to make his debut for the Sooners because of the NCAA transfer rules. Murray ended his time at OSU with one of the best college football records of the decade. He helped lead Oklahoma to a Big 12 Championship as he won the Heisman Trophy award at the conclusion of his senior year.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray during his days in college not only excelled in football but was also a prominent baseball player for the Oklahoma Sooners. Consequently, after his senior year in college Murray was drafted by the Oakland Athletics as the ninth overall selection in the <a href="https://www.espn.in/mlb/story/_/id/23603568/2018-mlb-draft-order">2018 MLB Draft</a>.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray Net Worth 2022</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">According to <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/nfl/kyler-murray-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrity Net Worth</a>, the 24-year-old NFL star is estimated to be worth $40 million as of 2022. The 2019 first-overall pick is known as a star in the making and has proved his worth in every season he has started for the Arizona Cardinals.</p>


[caption id="attachment_996716" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-996716 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1365258535.jpg" alt="Kyler Murray" width="1920" height="1280" /> INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 17: Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals looks on before the game against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Wild Card Playoff game at SoFi Stadium on January 17, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">Recently, the young QB has signed a five-year contract extension heading into his fourth year in the NFL, worth up to $230.5 million with $160 million guaranteed. After inking the said deal, two-time Pro Bowler now has an average annual salary of $46.1 million, making him the second highest paid quarterback in the league only behind the Green Bay superstar Aaron Rodgers who has an average annual salary of $50 million.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Kyler </strong>Murray Stats</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">According to <a href="https://www.nfl.com/players/kyler-murray/stats/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NFL.com</a>, Murray has played 46 regular-season games in 3 seasons with Arizona Cardinals. He has made a whopping 1,581 passing attempts, completing 1,057 of them for a 66.8% completion percentage. During his three seasons as a starting QB, he has recorded 11,480 yards and 70 touchdowns counting 34 interceptions.</p>


[caption id="attachment_772913" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-772913 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Kyler-Murray.jpg" alt="Kyler Murray" width="1920" height="1316" /> Sep 19, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) looks to throw against the Minnesota Vikings in the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Billy Hardiman-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters[/caption]
<p style="text-align: center">During his three seasons with the Cardinals, Murray has led the franchise to the playoffs once during the 2021 season, which resulted in an <a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/game/_/gameId/401326625" target="_blank" rel="noopener">11-34</a> loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card Round.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">According to <a href="https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/M/MurrKy00.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pro Football Reference</a>, during that game, Murray recorded 19 of 34 pass attempts throwing for 137 yards for zero touchdowns and two interceptions.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray Charity and Foundations</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">The second highest-paid quarterback in the NFL is known to be an active participant in charitable works. He has made numerous donations in the past and continues to support causes more frequently than ever.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">In August 2020, Murray <a href="https://twitter.com/FOS/status/1300499506870525953?s=20&amp;t=rGpoleZCpHYPpuA1bHsguA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">donated $80,000</a> to a charity of choice after winning the sum from the Twitch Rivals Streamer Bowl. The Cardinals QB also <a href="https://www.espn.in/nfl/story/_/id/30965720/arizona-cardinals-kyler-murray-donates-60000-meals-texas-food-bank" target="_blank" rel="noopener">donated 30,000 meals</a> to the North Texas Food Bank after the state experienced crippling winter weather in early 2021.</p>
https://twitter.com/MarkMcClune/status/1507058741023109121
<p style="text-align: center">As far as his most recent donation is concerned, the 24-year-old <a href="https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nfl/cardinals/2022/03/24/kyler-murray-donates-20-k-arizona-educators-boys-and-girls-club/7156613001/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">partnered</a> with Albertsons and Kretschmar Premium Deli Meats and Cheeses to donate $20,000 to the Phoenix-based Arizona Educational Foundation as well as Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray Endorsements</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Apart from earning millions from the NFL as a star quarterback, Kyler Murray also adds huge chunks of money to his $40 million net worth by doing lucrative endorsements.</p>
<p style="text-align: center">The two-time Pro Bowler has signed deals with Mizzen+Main, Perfect Hydration, and Body Armor and became a Nike-sponsored athlete after signing a huge deal with the multi-billion dollar company.</p>
https://twitter.com/K1/status/1121180945296633856?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1121180945296633856%7Ctwgr%5E89d4de4051125708ade551ee93b48cbc2d27081b%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fthespun.com%2Fbig-12%2Foklahoma-sooners%2Fkyler-murray-announces-signing-of-major-endorsement-deal
<p style="text-align: center">Murray is popularly known to be an Esports fanatic and has also joined a popular gaming organization named FaZe Clan, and is an official investor in the same.</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center">How to Contact Kyler Murray?</h2>
<p style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/k1/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@k1</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center">Kyler Murray Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/K1?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@K1</a></p>

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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Born</span></td>
<td>August 7, 1997<span class="noprint ForceAgeToShow"> (age 24)</span></td>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Weight</span></td>
<td>207 lb (94 kg)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Height</span></td>
<td>5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Position</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Quarterback</span></td>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">NFL Draft</span></td>
<td>2019 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1</td>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Girlfriend</span></td>
<td>Morgan LaMasters</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Agent </span></td>
<td>Erik Burkhardt</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Endorsements</span></td>
<td>Nike, Mizzen+Main, Body Armor, Rocket Mortgage, Perfect Hydration, Nissan, Snickers, Verizon, EA Sports, Call of Duty, Panini</td>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">NFL Career</span></td>
<td>Arizona Cardinals (2019–present)</td>
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<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Super Bowl</span></td>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">0</span></td>
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<tr>
<td><span style="font-weight: 400">Major Achievement</span></td>
<td>NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2019)

2× Pro Bowl (2020, 2021)

PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)</td>
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</tbody>
</table>

Kyler Murray

Kyler Murray 2022: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Kyler Cole Murray, popularly known as Kyler Murray is an NFL quarterback who plays for the Arizona Cardinals. After winning the Heisman Trophy in 2018 with the University of Oklahoma, Murray was drafted in the MLB in 2018. After a one-year stint as a baseball player, the collegiate football star chose to enter the NFL in 2019. The Arizona Cardinals picked the 2018 First-Team All-American quarterback during the 2019 NFL Draft as a first overall pick. Oct 28, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) throws a pass against the Green Bay Packers during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports/REUTERS Kyler Murray is a third-generation Korean American with his maternal grandmother being a South Korean national. He was born on August 7, 1997, in Texas, California. After a successful sporting career in college, Murray was considered a hot prospect for teams in both NFL and MLB. Kyler Murray Collegiate Career and MLB Stint Kyler grew up playing football in Texas, representing Allen High School during his teenage days. He won three straight championships with his team ending his high school career with a perfect 42-0 record as a starting quarterback. The future Heisman Winner joined Texas A&amp;M in 2015 and competed with current Washington Football Team star Kyle Allen for the starting quarterback role. The young prospect moved to the University of Oklahoma a year later to play under reputed coach Lincoln Riley. NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE &#8211; APRIL 25: Kyler Murray Oklahoma reacts after he was picked #1 overall by the Arizona Cardinals during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) However, the future Cardinals QB1 had to wait until 2017 to make his debut for the Sooners because of the NCAA transfer rules. Murray ended his time at OSU with one of the best college football records of the decade. He helped lead Oklahoma to a Big 12 Championship as he won the Heisman Trophy award at the conclusion of his senior year. Kyler Murray during his days in college not only excelled in football but was also a prominent baseball player for the Oklahoma Sooners. Consequently, after his senior year in college Murray was drafted by the Oakland Athletics as the ninth overall selection in the 2018 MLB Draft. Kyler Murray Net Worth 2022 According to Celebrity Net Worth, the 24-year-old NFL star is estimated to be worth $40 million as of 2022. The 2019 first-overall pick is known as a star in the making and has proved his worth in every season he has started for the Arizona Cardinals. INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA &#8211; JANUARY 17: Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals looks on before the game against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Wild Card Playoff game at SoFi Stadium on January 17, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Recently, the young QB has signed a five-year contract extension heading into his fourth year in the NFL, worth up to $230.5 million with $160 million guaranteed. After inking the said deal, two-time Pro Bowler now has an average annual salary of $46.1 million, making him the second highest paid quarterback in the league only behind the Green Bay superstar Aaron Rodgers who has an average annual salary of $50 million. Kyler Murray Stats According to NFL.com, Murray has played 46 regular-season games in 3 seasons with Arizona Cardinals. He has made a whopping 1,581 passing attempts, completing 1,057 of them for a 66.8% completion percentage. During his three seasons as a starting QB, he has recorded 11,480 yards and 70 touchdowns counting 34 interceptions. Sep 19, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) looks to throw against the Minnesota Vikings in the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Billy Hardiman-USA TODAY Sports | Courtesy: Reuters During his three seasons with the Cardinals, Murray has led the franchise to the playoffs once during the 2021 season, which resulted in an 11-34 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card Round. According to Pro Football Reference, during that game, Murray recorded 19 of 34 pass attempts throwing for 137 yards for zero touchdowns and two interceptions. Kyler Murray Charity and Foundations The second highest-paid quarterback in the NFL is known to be an active participant in charitable works. He has made numerous donations in the past and continues to support causes more frequently than ever. In August 2020, Murray donated $80,000 to a charity of choice after winning the sum from the Twitch Rivals Streamer Bowl. The Cardinals QB also donated 30,000 meals to the North Texas Food Bank after the state experienced crippling winter weather in early 2021. https://twitter.com/MarkMcClune/status/1507058741023109121 As far as his most recent donation is concerned, the 24-year-old partnered with Albertsons and Kretschmar Premium Deli Meats and Cheeses to donate $20,000 to the Phoenix-based Arizona Educational Foundation as well as Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley. Kyler Murray Endorsements Apart from earning millions from the NFL as a star quarterback, Kyler Murray also adds huge chunks of money to his $40 million net worth by doing lucrative endorsements. The two-time Pro Bowler has signed deals with Mizzen+Main, Perfect Hydration, and Body Armor and became a Nike-sponsored athlete after signing a huge deal with the multi-billion dollar company. https://twitter.com/K1/status/1121180945296633856?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1121180945296633856%7Ctwgr%5E89d4de4051125708ade551ee93b48cbc2d27081b%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fthespun.com%2Fbig-12%2Foklahoma-sooners%2Fkyler-murray-announces-signing-of-major-endorsement-deal Murray is popularly known to be an Esports fanatic and has also joined a popular gaming organization named FaZe Clan, and is an official investor in the same. How to Contact Kyler Murray? Kyler Murray Instagram: @k1 Kyler Murray Twitter: @K1  Born August 7, 1997 (age 24)  Weight 207 lb (94 kg)  Height 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)  Position Quarterback  NFL Draft 2019 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1  Girlfriend Morgan LaMasters  Agent  Erik Burkhardt  Endorsements Nike, Mizzen+Main, Body Armor, Rocket Mortgage, Perfect Hydration, Nissan, Snickers, Verizon, EA Sports, Call of Duty, Panini  NFL Career Arizona Cardinals (2019–present)  Super Bowl 0  Major Achievement NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2019) 2× Pro Bowl (2020, 2021) PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)

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