So much of a professional athlete's success depends upon not necessarily the play itself but how he deals with... always saying how you deal with good, is just as important as how you deal with bad.

The town, the team, it's a family. That has helped. For some people who have had to deal with some of the problems I have had to deal with don't have football as an out.

In spite of reports about playing with various teams, I'm enjoying retirement with my family and have no plans to play football.

I think people have all faced decisions at times where you never know.

You know, I've had my ups and downs.

I don't need to have a retirement, retire your jersey, all that stuff to solidify my career.

In this case, I realize that, unlike when I was 22 years old, I realize now that football will not go on forever, it is a small part of your life.