Football needs its roots, it needs its connection with the supporters. But those in charge seem to think they can do without them.

Shearer could be at 100% fitness, but not peak fitness.

There's a famous saying: "If you pass the square ball in your own defensive third it must not be intercepted."

Very few of us have any idea whatsoever of what life is like living in a goldfish bowl,except, of course, for those of us who are goldfish.

I was my own worst enemy in my debut. Not one player tested my mechanics.

As a freshman at Miami I started of as a reliever for the first few games and quickly moved into the rotation as the Saturday started for conference play. That year was very successful, I was name a Freshman All-American as well as 2nd Team All-MAC.

In order to stay connected with my fans I do my best to sign autographs before and after every game as well sign all cards that are sent to me via throughout the year.