Kyler Murray, the quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, is well-known for his passion for the video game Call of Duty.

On October 7, 2024, Murray announced a partnership with Call of Duty, acknowledging the online trolls who have mocked him.

He expressed enthusiasm about the deal, stating, 'Every kid's taking that deal,' which sparked discussions about its timing.

However, this announcement coincided with a disappointing performance against the Green Bay Packers, where the Cardinals lost 34-13.

In that game, Murray recorded a low QBR of 56.0, despite having a passer rating of 97.7, following a strong game against the San Francisco 49ers the week prior.

This decline in performance has led to memes about his gaming habits, raising questions about the impact of gaming on his football career.

Murray defended his gaming, describing it as an escape from the daily grind rather than a maladaptive habit.

In response to the criticism, he expressed appreciation for the comments from online trolls.

Despite the Cardinals' 2-4 record, Murray has had a solid season overall, throwing eight touchdowns and only two interceptions.

The Cardinals have struggled offensively, punting on their first four drives in the game against the Packers and scoring their first points late in the first half.

Murray clarified that he is not solely responsible for the association with gaming, stating, 'We all play the game. Not just me.'

Looking ahead, the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 on October 25 adds further context to his partnership.