Individual goals never meant that much to me. The Heisman is no exception.
BARRY SANDERSMy mother was a huge influence on me. She was a living example of what a Christian should be. Her conviction, her discipline. She would rather see other people happy than herself.
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It was a wonderful experience to play in the NFL, and I have no regrets. I truly will miss playing for the Lions. I consider the Lions’ players, coaches, staff, management and fans my family. I leave on good terms with everyone in the organization.
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I’m from Kansas, so there were a lot of vacant lots and open fields to tackle each other in so we could avoid tackling each other on the street. But running on the street and trying not to get taken down on the concrete, that will make you fast, that’s for sure.
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According to the United Nations’ latest count, of the approximately 3,000 languages spoken in the world today, only some 78 have a literature. Of those 78, a scant five or six enjoy a truly international audience.
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I want to thank all of the fans and media who made playing in the NFL such a wonderful experience. I have had the pleasure of meeting many of them.
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Let’s just win it and go home.
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The game is the ultimate significance to me because it is so important to a lot of people. It has left a mark on our culture to be voted as one of the best to ever play.
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A lot of times I did lose yards on a run, but it wasn’t for lack of trying.
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I just felt like I had run out of steam. I just felt like it was my time.
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Maybe a good rule in life is never become too important to do your own laundry.
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Christianity affects your whole life. I feel I’m more competitive, a better player, but off the field is where there is always a battle.
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The reason of football is not to be the best but to be the best team
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It’s probably similar to being in New York City and having a cab driver behind you and you’re driving too slow. It’s not the most pleasant thing.
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I’m not better than anyone else. I’m not supposed to be on a pedestal. I’ve always stayed away from that.
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I wish my teammates, coaches and the entire Lions organization all the best.
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I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to do in school, but I definitely didn’t have adequate time to reach my full potential as a student.
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