‘”Personally from getting to meet him and know him a little bit and talk to him here and there, he’s just an unbelieveable guy. … Obviously he has to look out for his best interests and his health. I know how much football means to him and how much pride he takes every time he goes on the field. I really feel for the guy. I can’t imagine going through something like that. But his impact on the game and other people will move people far beyond the field.”‘