“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.”

"The thing I've learned about the business is really focusing on the people you've got, giving them all your energy and it will naturally grow that way."