I don’t hire anybody not brighter than I am. If they’re not brighter than I am, I don’t need them.
BEAR BRYANTDon’t talk too much. Don’t pop off. Don’t talk after the game until you cool off.
More Bear Bryant Quotes
-
-
If you don’t have discipline, you can’t have a successful program.
BEAR BRYANT -
I’ll never give up on a player regardless of his ability as long as he never gives up on himself. In time he will develop.
BEAR BRYANT -
Recruiting is the one thing I hate. I won’t do it unless my coaches tell me I’ve just got to. The whole process is kind of undignified for me and the young man.
BEAR BRYANT -
I know what it takes to win. If I can sell them on what it takes to win, then we are not going to lose too many football games.
BEAR BRYANT -
Don’t give up. Reach down inside of you and you’ll find something left.
BEAR BRYANT -
I’m no miracle man. I guarantee nothing but hard work.
BEAR BRYANT -
Most coaches study the films when they lose. I study them when we win -to see if I can figure out what I did right.
BEAR BRYANT -
When you make a mistake, there are only three things you should ever do about it: 1. Admit it. 2. Learn from it, and 3. Don’t repeat it.
BEAR BRYANT -
Mama wanted me to be a preacher. I told her coachin’ and preachin’ were a lot alike.
BEAR BRYANT -
Be aware of “yes” men. Generally, they are losers. Surround yourself with winners. Never forget – people win.
BEAR BRYANT -
In life, you’ll have your back up against the wall many times. You might as well get used to it.
BEAR BRYANT -
Don’t talk too much or too soon.
BEAR BRYANT -
If it is worth playing, it is worth paying the price to win.
BEAR BRYANT -
You never know how a horse will pull until you hook him to a heavy load.
BEAR BRYANT -
A few minutes ago, I had a hard time getting through the lobby because of all the people. After today, that won’t be happening.
BEAR BRYANT