“That play has opened up so many doors for me. That play has been a real blessing in disguise for me.”

“I believe that I was talented enough and skilled enough to play Division one basketball however, playing at that level just wasn’t a part of God’s plan for me.”

“Never think that you're untouchable and injury is inevitable. Use football as a platform and a momentum for the rest of your life."

“My first year in the National Football League I saw players that I thought were better than me have bad practices or get hurt and then get cut. I saw them taken completely off guard trying to figure out what to do next with their life. I didn’t want that to be me.”

“Being recognized for this award is a blessing because of the hard work that I put in to become the player I am today. It’s truly a blessing.”

"It's a brand. It's a lifestyle. That lifestyle is why I am here today and I am able to articulate that and give back to the next because of my experiences."

“Sometimes people see what you’re supposed to do before you do.”