O’Connor: Let things thaw a bit

KERRY boss Jack O’Connor batted away questions about the future of some of his veteran players in the aftermath of Saturday’s soul-destroying All-Ireland SFC quarter-final defeat to Down.

The loss has cast a shadow over the future of a Kerry team which has brought glory to the county over the past decade. But O’Connor wasn’t in the mood to contemplate big decisions.

“Today isn’t the day to be talking about decisions. We’re just very disappointed. You need to let these things thaw a bit – it’s a bit raw at the moment,” he said. “Let it thaw a bit and settle. Fellows can make up their minds then.”