It is a privilege for me to serve the NFL. It is the only place I have ever wanted to work.

I take my responsibilities very seriously.

I learned in high school that I was going to have to outwork people. I remember running around the track, training for football, and a faster guy ran past me. I just figured, I can outlast him. If I work harder than him, I'll beat him. And to this day I overprepare.

I don't get myself caught up in the rhetoric of any personal comments that are made.

The highest standards of conduct must be met by everyone in the NFL because it is a privilege to represent the NFL, not a right.

I'm very fortunate, and I know that.

Yes, NFL players deserve to be paid well. Unfortunately, economic realities are forcing everyone to make tough choices and the NFL is no different. These are not easy negotiations, but the outcome can be positive. If both sides give a little, everyone, including fans, will get a lot and the game will improve through innovation. Even in difficult economic times, a new CBA presents us with the opportunity to secure the future of our game.