He's very deserving of the recognition he's receiving. To be chosen as one of the three finalists speaks well of the type of player he is and his character.

It is better to deserve without receiving, than to receive without deserving

It's a good honor for our kids to be recognized for these accomplishments. It's just another way of showing how hard work pays off. They're reaping the benefits of hard work.

She's deserving of all the recognition she's received. She's a hard worker who is always in shape, I hate to lose her.

I feel very honored to be among those chosen by my peers for this extraordinary recognition.

I think he one-upped me this year. It's really tremendous. I can't think of a more deserving guy, obviously, and he's not just a great football coach but a great man. I'm just really excited to be able to pass the torch to him because he's just that deserving.