Coach Antonio Pierce expressed optimism about Aidan O'Connell's readiness for his starting role, noting his focus and engagement during his time on injured reserve. Pierce emphasized the importance of practice repetitions, saying, ‘We’ll throw the ball a little bit today... but we feel good about Aidan. He’s been dialed in, obviously, throughout this time that he’s been on IR. He’s done all the meetings and been very encouraging on the sideline.’ O'Connell, after recovering from a broken thumb, was eager to showcase his capabilities.
Aidan O'Connell reflected on his recovery and readiness, stating ‘It’s not 100%, but it’s pretty close. It’s felt pretty good being out there. I think my teammates have helped me a lot during this time.’ His determination and positive mindset during recovery were pivotal, and he expressed gratitude for the support from his teammates which contributed to his successful return to practice.
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