Packers safety Javon Bullard absolutely laid out Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray on Sunday, a hit so brutal it knocked Murray right out of the game. Bullard got a 15-yard penalty for it, but if you ask Vikings right tackle Brian O’Neill, that wasn’t nearly enough.
The Hit That Took Murray Out
Everyone saw it go down: Bullard delivered a hit that sent Murray packing for the sidelines. The flags flew immediately, and Bullard was tagged with a 15-yard penalty. It was a bang-bang play, fast and furious, but the consequence was clear: Murray was gone. Vikings right tackle Brian O’Neill was right there, he shoved Bullard after the hit, trying to send a message. But after the dust settled, O’Neill felt like he didn’t do nearly enough to stand up for his quarterback.
O’Neill’s Regret After The Buzzer
O’Neill wasn’t shy about his feelings after the game. He told ESPN, “It was so bang, bang. You don’t want to freak out if you’re wrong. I was probably wrong to not freak out more than that. So I kind of wish I took a shot at him.” That’s a strong statement from a guy who just watched his QB get knocked out. O’Neill’s regret is palpable, wishing he’d been more aggressive with Bullard right there on the field. You can feel the frustration, knowing they didn’t get any immediate justice.
What’s Next For Bullard?
While O’Neill wishes he’d “took a shot” at Bullard on the field, the league likely has something in store. Bullard could have easily been ejected for that hit. There’s no doubt he’s going to get fined by the NFL, and a suspension is definitely on the table too. But for O’Neill and the Vikings, that’s cold comfort. They had a chance to dish out some immediate justice on the field, and O’Neill clearly regrets that didn’t happen. The NFL will do what it does, but you gotta feel for the guys who want to protect their own.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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