# Kyler Murray Clarifies Concussion Experience

> Kyler Murray says he’s never had issues protecting himself despite concussion from awkward play.
- Title: Kyler Murray Clarifies Concussion Experience · NBC Sports
- Summary: Kyler Murray says he’s never had issues protecting himself despite concussion from awkward play. Kyler Murray attributes his Week 1 concussion to an awkward…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/kyler-murray-ive-never-had-an-issue-protecting-myself-concussion-was-an-awkward-play
- Published: 2026-09-25T12:26:57.879+00:00
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## Kyler Murray
Kyler Murray will play quarterback for the Vikings against the Buccaneers this Sunday after missing Week 1 due to a concussion.
## Concussion Details
Murray suffered a concussion while being hit by Lukas Van Ness and Javon Bullard at the end of a run during Week 1.
## Murray’s Statement
Murray said he felt back to himself pretty quickly and that the injury was a result of an unwieldy slide.
## Protection Claims
Murray claims he’s one of the least-hit quarterbacks in the league and has never had issues protecting himself.

> I’ve really never had an issue protecting myself
## Game Context
Murray described the awkward slide situation where Van Ness was behind him and he charged into the game.

> Van Ness was behind me you’re moving fast. You charge it to the game.
## Future Concerns
Murray has missed many games with injuries but none in a similar fashion to the Week 1 concussion.
## Key takeaway

Kyler Murray attributes his Week 1 concussion to an awkward slide during a game against the Packers, stating he’s never had trouble protecting himself.