Jack O'Connor looks to ‘keep heat’ off Kerry players in bid to end All-Ireland drought

Kerry manager Jack O'Connor pictured at a press conference in Austin Stack Park, Tralee. Picture: Domnick Walsh 

Returning Kerry football manager Jack O’Connor has said he is determined to protect his players from the increasing pressure tied to Kerry’s eight-year wait for All-Ireland honours.

O’Connor, who addressed the media yesterday evening in Tralee, said he is more than content to soak up any criticism related to Kerry results or performances next season if it means there is less pressure, expectation, and heat put on his players.