I didn't care if we ever quit practicing. I loved it. The only other guy I ever knew who loved it as much was Jerry Duncan. He would beg to practice even when he was hurt. I've actually seen him cry because the trainer told him he couldn't scrimmage.

We can't have two standards, one set for the dedicated young men who want to do something ambitious and one set for those who don't.

If there is one thing that has helped me as a coach, it's my ability to recognize winners, or good people who can become winners by paying the price.

I don't hire anybody not brighter than I am. If they're not brighter than I am, I don't need them.

I'm no miracle man. I guarantee nothing but hard work.

Baton Rouge happens to be the worst place in the world for a visiting team. It's like being inside a drum.

Little things make the difference. Everyone is well prepared in the big things, but only the winners perfect the little things.