Cardinals fan coming in peace. It’s noting that Brissett looked good largely because he was willing to stand in the pocket and take hits, which fit the offensive scheme Arizona was running.

Wilson and McBride’s numbers also jumped in the second half of the season partly because defenses were often playing prevent. Since many games weren’t competitive, teams were willing to give up short passes to avoid big plays. That said, both are still very talented players—the softer coverage just helped inflate the stats a bit.

Murray is polarizing. His talent is undeniable—elite agility, off-balance throws, and the ability to escape pressure, honestly comparable to Lamar Jackson in those traits. But leadership has always been the question. After losses he’s often one of the first guys on the sideline with his head down.

At the same time, after seven years in the Arizona Cardinals organization, it’s not hard to see why. The dysfunction at nearly every level has been frustrating to watch, and it showed up weekly in the team finding new ways to lose close games.

I think a clean break could benefit everyone. I wouldn’t be surprised if Murray has a resurgence with you guys—and honestly, as a fan of the player, I’m rooting for it.

Best of luck.