There are a very few consistent, common threads among the most successful NFL quarterbacks. Most of them are intangibles, which you can't measure with a physical test. You need leadership ability, competitiveness, drive, and will. You need focus, poise, and charisma.

I love the Cowboys in the early 90s. That was their heyday, winning all those Super bowls. Troy Aikman was a person I looked up to.

When you care about a guy beyond just the field, that's when the chemistry becomes really special.

The Madden NFL franchise holds a special place in popular culture and the cover is a coveted position for players all over the league. I'm honored to be the first cover athlete chosen by Madden NFL fans and it's a great way to cap off an amazing year for the Saints and the city of New Orleans.

We all understand what we signed up for, but then again, you don't want this to be a game that puts people in wheelchairs at age 40.

I don't believe that you can be too short as a quarterback. It's not about height.

When you wake up, think about winning the day. Don't worry about a week or a month from now -- just think about one day at a time.