The game of football really is more cerebral than most people think. To be successful, it takes more than just strength and speed; it takes versatility, intelligence, and ability to think quickly and calmly, to adapt to every situation.

I was taught that I cannot back down to anything. I was trained never to be scared.

I was forced to grow up quicker than most. I was forced to be a young man at a young age.

You can be a hero to someone just by being their friend.

I also want to apologize to my fans, to the kids, everyone who's affected by the situation me and my wife are in.

I just want to thank [my wife] for loving me where I was weak.

It hurts because I can't go out there and play football, but it hurts more because I have to be a father and explain what happened to my daughter.