2023-11-10 04:32:11
Arizona Cardinals’ quarterback, Kyler Murray, is geared up for his highly anticipated return to the field, following an arduous 10-month recovery from a torn ACL.
Murray is set to make his comeback on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, marking his first game after an exacting rehabilitation period.
The 5-year veteranrecovering from a torn ACL since December 2022has diligently rehabilitated his knee and is now set to reclaim his position as the Cardinals’ starting quarterback after a 21-day practice window that started on October 18.
Reflecting on his emotions as he readies himself to resume quarterback duties for the CardinalsMurray expressed a composed stance. “I’m kind of emotionless,” Murray shared with reporters on Thursday. “Not trying to get too high, get too low. It’s been a long, long 10 months.”
Murray: I’m just trying to do my thing
The Cardinalsunder new coaching leadership, have tempered expectations for Murray’s return, emphasizing a realistic outlook on his performance.
“We (have) got to be willing to understand that it might not look like (pre-injury) Kyler, and I think he’s got a good expectation of that,” Head coach Jonathan Gannon shared earlier this week.
Responding to his coach’s comments, Murray affirmed that the injury wouldn’t alter his playing style. “Every time I take the field, I’m trying to do my thing,” Murray conveyed. “I hear what (Gannon is) saying, but that’s not in my head.”
With a revamped coaching staff in place following Murray’s injury, this upcoming game against the Falcons will mark his debut in a new offensive scheme.
Murray expressed confidence in the scheme, stating that the game against the Falcons would offer the first glimpse of how the team’s strategies would align on the field.
Murray’s high stakes comeback
There’s been speculation about the quarterback’s status in light of potential changes within the organization.
The stakes are notably high for Murraywith the discussion revolving around the potential impact of his performance on the Cardinals’ future decisions, especially regarding next year’s NFL draft.
Rumors about a potential replacement in the draft, particularly USC quarterback Caleb Williams, have surfaced, but Murray’s solid track record and proven ability in the NFL present a contrasting perspective.
As Murray prepares to step back into the limelight of the NFLthe focus shifts to how his performance will shape not just the team’s current season but also its future trajectory.
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