Football review: Tyrone's tame exit, Farney frustration and Tailteann drama

Champions dethroned and can have no complaints

After Derry's comprehensive win over Tyrone in the Ulster quarter-final, there was still the view that the All-Ireland champions could resuscitate their season. Even against Armagh in the tight confines of the Athletic Grounds, we thought, that yes, the Red Hand would bounce back. Not to be. McGeeney's men ran out six-point winners.

A ten-point margin would not have flattered them; a side that rediscovered the pomp that made us sit up and watch in the early stages of the league. Tyrone, on the other hand, had a spring that mixed more of the bad with the good. Discipline was also an issue. Answers as to their no-show in 2022 will be sought over the next few months, says joint-manager Brian Dooher.

Seán Cavanagh thinks Armagh's six-point winning margin flatters his native Tyrone. Updates - https://t.co/sUYPh0jA3U