Kyler Murray shows immense leadership in recent interaction with Greg Dortch
Kyler Murray and Greg Dortch have a growing appreciation of each other in their latest comments.
For all the critiques of Kyler Murray's leadership abilities, he is never one to withhold appreciation for his teammates.
During OTAs, Murray praised wide receiver Greg Dortch's ability to get open in one-on-one situations. In the days that followed, Dortch was appreciative of the praise coming from his franchise quarterback.
"I feel like Dortch is unguardable," Murray said via the Cardinals' official team website. "One-on-one, knowing where to be in the zones, he's got the nuance and savvy in him that you want in a receiver, and not everyone has that. It's not very common. If he were 6-3 he'd have been a top-five pick. That's what I think."
Dortch has been a feast-or-famine wide receiver. In the 2023 season, he claimed 24 catches for 280 yards and two touchdowns.
His flashes of potential left several wondering when he would receive a larger opportunity. However, that is something Dortch isn't too worried about.
"It's easy to look at other guys around the league and think, 'Dang they got their turn, when is my time coming?'" Dortch said. "You just have to be patient, wait on your time, and when your time comes take advantage, because it might only come one time. And I feel like my time is now, so I am excited."
As for Dortch's reaction to Murray's praise? That came with a slight reason to smile.
"It means a lot to me," Dortch said. "Makes me want to work harder. It's just the beginning, really for everybody. It's nice to hear that though."
Adding: "It is high praise, but he and I have been teammates for four years so I'd hope he'd have something positive to say about me."
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