O'DONNELL: ICON MURPHY IS DRIVING US ALL ON AGAIN

SHANE O'Donnell isn't surprised 'idol' Michael Murphy is thriving on his return to the inter-county stage.

- By KARL O'KANE

Murphy's u-turn last year came out of the blue.

And while many felt he might be an impact sub for Donegal, he's not only cemented a starting place, but has been the main man in recent weeks.

His threat as an additional long kick out option for Shaun Patton and his dead ball ability have seen Murphy more central to Donegal's plans than many imagined, with Patrick McBrearty not seeing much game time and Oisin Gallen out of form.