Apology issued by Kyler Murray for donning Michael Vick's jersey in a photo with his pet dog
Arizona Cardinals Quarterback Kyler Murray Apologizes for Instagram Post
The Arizona Cardinals are off to a strong start in the current NFL season, with a 2-0 record. However, the team's star quarterback, Kyler Murray, found himself in a controversial situation this week, sparking a wave of reactions on social media.
Murray, who was the No. 1 pick in the 2019 draft, posted a picture on Instagram wearing a Michael Vick Virginia Tech jersey. In the photo, Murray is posing with his pit bull, a picture that was later removed following a barrage of negative comments.
The post was shared by a Cardinals fan account named Maserati Marv, a homage to second-year wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. The account posted two pictures from Murray's photo shoot, causing many to react with disbelief.
Murray, who is in his seventh NFL season, acknowledged the negative impact his Instagram post had on people and decided to remove it. He clarified that he does not condone the actions associated with Vick's past, stating, "I do not condone animal cruelty, dogfighting, or any related activities."
Murray also admitted to wearing the Vick jersey, citing Vick as a player he admired growing up. However, he made it clear that he does not support Vick's past actions, saying, "I understand the negative impact my post had on people and I apologize for any offense caused."
Michael Vick spent 21 months in federal prison after a 2007 plea deal for financing and participating in a dogfighting ring. Vick has since expressed remorse for his actions and has been working to rehabilitate his image.
As the Cardinals prepare to face the San Francisco 49ers (2-0) on Sunday, Murray and his team will look to put this controversy behind them and focus on the game ahead. Murray's dogs, named Trunks and Swoosh, are treated like kings according to Murray, who has always been open about his love for his pets.
Despite the controversy, Murray's fans remain supportive, with many expressing their love and appreciation for the talented quarterback on social media. The search results do not provide the name of the person operating the Instagram account under the profile name "Maserati Marv."
In the end, Murray's apology seems to have been accepted by many, with fans looking forward to seeing him lead the Cardinals to more victories in the coming weeks.
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