My goal is to get outs as soon as I can. Strikeouts aren't that big a deal to me.

I think big-that's what my mother taught me. If you think small and accomplish it, what does it mean? Who cares? To me the sky's the limit, and I'm going to try and get there.

I've gotten to watch a lot of football games. Growing up, watching sports, watching people compete, whether it's my brothers or teammates. I grew up observing and taking it all in. It's kind of my attitude.

My cutter has been key for me, and my curveball. I've been able to spot them where I want to spot them.

I'm not satisfied. I'm still enjoying this. I still feel like I'm in the best part of my career and I can play at a high level. This is what I love to do: playing football and winning games.

Chicago was big for me as far as developing as a person and as a basketball player.

I've always been a player and a person who wanted to be the best at whatever he did.