March 10, 2025
ANALYSISAt $22 million per year, Murphy becomes the NFL's third-highest paid cornerback, behind
Jalen Ramsey and
Patrick Surtain. Murphy started all 17 regular-season games for the Vikings last season, finishing with career highs across the board, including 81 tackles (62 solo) and 14 pass breakups, including six interceptions. Murphy was also selected to his first Pro Bowl. He's found a home under Minnesota DC Brian Flores.