Florida quarterback Graham Mertz is speaking to the media for the first time after his season-ending ACL injury. Mertz will take the podium at 12 P.M.
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Graham Mertz speaks to the media after season-ending injury
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Mertz on his injury, "For me it's upsetting but I have seen guys go through it and to be here talking to you guys and the fans is just keeping it real."
Mertz on next steps, "Mentally, emotionally, and physically I am ready to be in an NFL locker room and lead men."
Mertz on Lagway's family message, "I wake up everyday and my goal is to serve other people, it means a lot to see the stuff you've done."
Mertz on coaching, "I am here to be there for DJ and this quarterback room, from my experience how can I help others and help them learn and grow."
Mertz on being emotional after injury," Being older you learn and there was nothing I could do to change it. It really hit when I saw my parents and to know that they have been through this [with his sisters] many times."
Mertz on UF recovery process, "We have an elite training staff and doctors here, just being here the past couple days preparing for surgery has instilled confidence."
Mertz appreciating life for what it is, "It brought me back to when Ricky got shot, he called me after my injury and said he was so sad, and I said we are all good." "No one was shot here and it's just an ACL."
Mertz on his faith, "The biggest thing is to know your foundation, everything I have gone through has made me better."