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Taking talents to Tennessee Murray (shoulder) signed a two-year, $18 million contract with the Titans on Wednesday, ESPN.com reports.

Impact Murray missed the final two games of his Chargers tenure due to a shoulder injury, but he's expected to be recovered by the time Tennessee begins organized team activities. Prior to getting hurt, Murray posted 107 tackles in 2023, tying the career high he set as a rookie in 2020 after being drafted 23rd overall that year.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enters free agency on high note Murray (shoulder) registered 107 tackles (79 solo), four passes defended, three sacks and one interception across 15 games of the 2023 campaign for the Chargers.

Impact Murray didn't play in the final two games of the regular season due to a shoulder injury, but the 2023 campaign represented arguably the 25-year-old's best as a pro to date regardless. The 2020 first-round pick appeared to be an afterthought on the depth chart entering the season after the team signed Eric Kendricks to a lucrative offseason deal, but Murray wound up playing the most snaps of anyone on the team and had a four-game stretch towards the middle of the year with at least eight tackles per game. It's hard to imagine this year's performance earning a significant extension from Los Angeles, so expect Murray to enter unrestricted free agency this offseason and likely land a deal as a starting middle linebacker elsewhere.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kenneth Murray Jr. Provides His Insight on the Chargers 2023 Season Chargers linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. meets with the media to discuss the way the Chargers season ended and how he would want to be back wi...

JANUARY 8, 2024 • CHARGERS.COM

Misses practice again Murray (shoulder) did not participate in practice for the second day in a row Thursday, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.

Impact The starting inside linebacker also sat out of the Chargers' Week 17 loss to the Broncos. Even if Murray is unable to play in Sunday's season finale against the Chiefs, the fourth-year pro has still enjoyed a career season with 107 tackles, four passes defensed and an interception. Murray is at the end of his rookie contract and will be a free agent in the offseason.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Sunday Murray (shoulder) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Impact The 2020 first-round pick out of Oklahoma is expected to miss his first game of the season Sunday, as he continues to recover from the shoulder injury he suffered in Week 15. With Murray missing Week 17, expect both Daiyan Henley and Nick Niemann to see increased work in the Chargers' linebacker corps.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Thursday Murray is back in the game after exiting in the first half with a shoulder injury, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact The linebacker recorded one tackle before leaving the contest. Murray has 101 tackles, including three sacks, three passes defensed and an interception in 2023.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to game Murray (shoulder) is back in Sunday's game against the Lions, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Murray left the game with a shoulder issue, but is now back on the field and will slip back into his starting role at inside linebacker alongside Eric Kendricks.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Murray (shoulder) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against the Jets.

Impact The fourth-year linebacker out of Oklahoma popped up on the Chargers' injury report Friday with a shoulder issue, and he's been limited in practice over the past two days. If Murray is unable to suit up Monday night, Nick Niemann and Daiyan Henley should see an increased workload in Los Angeles' linebacker corps.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in win Murray recorded nine tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 30-13 win versus the Bears on Sunday.

Impact Murray finished second on the team in tackles in what was one of his most productive games of the campaign. The 24-year-old currently has 52 tackles (38 solo) on the season and is on pace to set a new career high.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in win Murray recorded nine tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 30-13 win versus the Bears on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine tackles in loss Murray recorded nine tackles (eight solo) in Monday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.

Impact Murray was able to reach at least nine takedowns for the third time in five games this year, matching his season-high eight solo tackles in the loss. The linebacker is now up to 35 stops, including a sack, and has deflected two passes and intercepted another in 2023.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 7, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

Kenneth Murray plows Tannehill into turf for fourth-down sack Los Angeles Charger linebacker Kenneth Murray plows Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill into turf for fourth-down sack, setting up C...

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • NFL.COM

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AUGUST 24, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

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AUGUST 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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AUGUST 14, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

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Reduced role Murray finished the 2022-23 season with 76 tackles (50 solo), one sack, six additional tackles for loss, a forced fumble and an interception across 17 games.

Impact Murray saw a smaller role this season as he was outplayed by both Drue Tranquill and Kyle Van Noy. Despite the reduced playing time, the one-time first-round pick finished third on the team in tackles and recorded the first interception and forced fumble of his career. However, Murray once struggled mightily in pass coverage, allowing a quarterback rating of 110.5 when targeted according to Pro Football Focus. While the 24-year-old has yet to live up to his expectations, he continues to be a solid defender, especially in the run game.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Murray (neck) was a full participant at Tuesday's practice.

Impact Murray suffered a stinger in the Chargers' regular-season finale against the Broncos, but it looks like the issue is not serious following his full participation at practice. Look for him to take on his usual role providing depth at linebacker assuming he avoids any setbacks.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 10, 2023 • Associated Press

Expected to practice Murray (neck) is expected to practice before Saturday's wild-card round game in Jacksonville, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Impact Murray suffered a stinger in the regular-season finale against the Broncos. While he's likely to practice during the week, it will be worth tracking whether the linebacker has any limitations in practice as the Chargers prepare to begin their postseason on the road.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up stinger Murray suffered a stinger during Sunday's game in Denver.

Impact Murray paid a visit to the sideline medical tent in the first half before being diagnosed with an injury in the third quarter. If he's unable to return, he'll end Week 18 with two tackles. As long as Murray is sidelined, Drue Tranquill and Kyle Van Noy will continue to man inside linebacker for the Chargers.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first sack of the year Murray recorded six tackles (five solo) and one sack in Monday's 20-3 win over the Colts.

Impact Monday's victory over Indianapolis served as Murray's third game in a row with at least six stops, while he was also able to register his first sack since Week 13 of 2020. The 24-year-old figures to continue operating as a solid complementary linebacker come New Year's Day versus the Rams.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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