You never know how a horse will pull until you hook him to a heavy load.

Don't talk too much or too soon.

I'll never give up on a player regardless of his ability as long as he never gives up on himself. In time he will develop.

Recruiting is the one thing I hate. I won't do it unless my coaches tell me I've just got to. The whole process is kind of undignified for me and the young man.

I plan on staying at Alabama for the rest of my career. I guarantee that I'll be here for you through it all, regardless of what happens.

I'll put you through hell, but at the end of it all we'll be champions.

You never know how a horse will pull until you hook him to a heavy load.