We have a number of difficulties facing our nation, but I believe fatherlessness is right at the top of the list.

The game has changed since the '70s as more coaches have looked at ways to make it tougher on defenses. But I'm glad my career turned out the way it did - I would have never gotten a chance to learn the defensive side of the ball.

When it's over, it's over is part of football's greatest appeal to me. When a game ends, win or lose, it's time to prepare for the next one.

Remember that mentor leadership is all about serving.

It's just really making sure I am doing the best job I can do as a dad. I do think that is my No. 1 job.

We spent our whole married life in the ultra-competitive world of professional football, Lauren and I had always tried to view it through God's eyes. As much fun as it was to be winning, we tried not to get caught up in it. We knew that our family life and our faith walk were more important.

We often can't see what God is doing in our lives, but God sees the whole picture and His plan for us clearly.