I think the state of the NFL has a very positive outlook.

Change before you're forced to change.

One of the strong principles that I believe in is that you're always learning, whether you're a commissioner, a current general manager, a president or an owner, or somebody that's trying to become a general manger or a coach in the NFL.

No one is above the game or the rules that govern it. Respect for the game and the people who participate in it will not be compromised.

I've spent my life following my passion.

I have to make a lot of decisions that aren't in the best interests of individuals, whether they be owners, club executives, players.

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.