Philadelphia Eagles running back DeMarco Murray has reportedly been unhappy since arriving in Philadelphia, and according to one AFC executive his contract could be a tradeable commodity this offseason, according to NFL reporter Albert Breer.
The Eagles signed Murray to a five-year $40 million contract this offseason, but he has not produced the numbers expected of him this season. After leading the entire NFL with 1,845 rushing yards last season, Murray has struggled in his first year in Philadelphia, averaging a career worst 3.5 yards per carry, and only managing 569 yards on the year.
Murray reportedly met with Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie this past week to address frustrations with his role in head coach Chip Kelly's offensive scheme, according to ESPN's Ed Werder. Despite the reports that Murray is unhappy in Philadelphia, he seems committed to being the Eagles running back.
When asked he if wanted to be an Eagle in 2016, Murray's response was "100 percent. Yes," via the NFL. "I'm committed to Chip and Jeff and the guys in the locker room."
Murray only saw eight carries in the Eagles win over the Patriots and has only rushed over a 100 yards once this season. While Murray may want to remain in Philadelphia, his large contract and poor play could lead the Eagles to shop him around this offseason. The problem is finding a team that is willing to take on his salary despite his poor play on the field this season.
Many believe that Murray's struggles are due to Kelly's offensive scheme and that the Eagles running back would be more suited in a prototypical pro-style offense. The Eagles are currently tied for first place in the NFC East at 5-7, and Murray's performance in the final four games of the season could determine his future in Philadelphia. The former NFL leading rusher could intrigue some other teams for a trade, and it's not impossible to think that the Eagles could move him this offseason.
