Vikings' O'Connell comments on Packers' hit causing Murray's concussion
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell addressed the hit that resulted in quarterback Kyler Murray's concussion during a game against the Packers. He described the play as a 'violent, physical play,' but did not find it objectionable. The incident has raised concerns regarding player safety, particularly around head injuries. O'Connell's remarks may influence discussions on tackling practices and rule enforcement in future games.
- •Kyler Murray sustained a concussion from a hit during the game.
- •Kevin O'Connell called the play a 'violent, physical play.'
- •O'Connell did not fault the Packers for the hit.
- •The incident has reignited discussions about player safety.
- •Future tackling practices may be influenced by this event.
- 8:55 PMESPN — Vikings' O'Connell says he doesn't fault Packers for hit on Murray
- 7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Vikings coach doesn't fault Packers DB Javon Bullard for hit on QB Kyler Murray
"The hit that caused Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray's concussion was a "violent, physical play" but was not objectionable, coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday.
"Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell called Javon Bullard's hit on Kyler Murray a "violent, physical play" and did not fault Bullard for the injury.
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External links- ESPNSep 14, 2026, 8:55 PMVikings' O'Connell says he doesn't fault Packers for hit on Murray
The hit that caused Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray's concussion was a "violent, physical play" but was not objectionable, coach Kevin O'Connell said Monday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 7:50 PMVikings coach doesn't fault Packers DB Javon Bullard for hit on QB Kyler Murray
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell called Javon Bullard's hit on Kyler Murray a "violent, physical play" and did not fault Bullard for the injury.
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