Murray’s Chance to Swing Back at Baseball

The Oakland Athletics have reminded former quarterback Kyler Murray that baseball is still on the table. Murray was drafted ninth overall by the A’s in 2018 and signed a contract, but he chose to finish his college football season instead. After winning the Heisman Trophy and being selected first overall in the 2019 NFL draft, he committed to a career in football. Now, after the Cardinals announced they may release him, the A’s have opened a door for a possible return to the diamond.General Manager David Forst told reporters that while Murray is an elite NFL player, the team remains ready to discuss a baseball comeback if he decides it. At 28 years old, a switch back to professional sports is unlikely, yet Murray’s athletic talent could still translate into major league success. The Athletics already have a roster and coaching staff that would welcome his skills, giving him a realistic path if he chooses to pursue it again. The situation highlights how athletes can pivot between sports, and the A’s are keeping options open for a player who has proven himself at the highest levels of both football and baseball.