There is still a lot of football in me and I enjoy watching the players go out there and be the best players they can possibly be.

I had to work hard and hit the books because the opportunity to play in the NFL is not really that big, so I knew I needed something to fall back on. That’s the message I want to send to those kids when I talk to them in person and let them know the most important thing is getting your education.

I'm used to performing under pressure, but that's playing football.

The things that are happening to me are unbelievable. I'm actually busier right now than when I played football. This is almost like I'm coming back out of retirement. It will be fun to see myself in the game.

I think my secret is that there's no shortcuts for hard work, determination and having that don't give up attitude.

I was just a small boy from Mississippi, and now little kids are going to identify with me through this game.

Lynn Swann was an idol. It would amaze me how he could fly through the air and make those catches. I'll never forget the one versus Dallas. It was the greatest catch I've ever seen.