Archives for January 22, 2007

‘"I think I definitely put in some work," he said. "I think every year I put in more and more work, whether that’s in the weight room, on the field or in the classroom. So I pride myself on putting in the studying and preparing my body physically and mentally so when Sunday comes I’m ready."’

‘"It’s always nice to be recognized," said Moorman. "But it’s not why any of the people who were honored here do what we do in the community. I like to be recognized because it brings more awareness to the causes that we represent. And for me I hope that an event like this helps raise money for kids with pediatric cancer and life-threatening illnesses."’

‘Since McGahee hasn’t said he was misquoted it’s imperative we allow our imaginations to wander in the search for accuracy.’

‘The team feels vindicated for making Whitner the disputed eighth-round draft pick last spring. He is a physical player in run support and has the speed to run with most receivers. Simpson showed good range, ball skills and proved to be tougher than he looks. One AFC pro personnel chief said Whitner and Simpson could potentially be the best safety tandem in the NFL in the near future.’

‘In the end, the fact that Brown — an aging but above-average player — was ever cut by Buffalo typifies the horrific five-year tenure of Donahoe, who’s been known for his grossly inflated ego.’