Kyler Murray's OT Wishes He 'Took a Shot At' Packers' Bullard for Hit That Injured Vikings QB
Bleacher Report • • sports
Key Points:
- Veteran quarterback Kyler Murray suffered a concussion just 11 plays into the Minnesota Vikings' season opener against the Green Bay Packers after a hit by Packers defenders, including a flagged unnecessary roughness on Javon Bullard.
- Murray was left motionless on the field in a fencing posture, a typical immediate reaction to brain trauma, prompting concern from teammates and staff.
- Vikings right tackle Brian O'Neill expressed regret for not reacting more aggressively to the hit on Murray, indicating the hit was intense and sudden.
- Head coach Kevin O'Connell reported that Murray appeared to be doing well during post-game interactions, though he remains in concussion protocol.
- Backup quarterback Carson Wentz led the Vikings to a 39-22 victory over the Packers, throwing three touchdown passes in Murray's absence.
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