I just really believe that this is my time to step up and do what I've got to do. It's truly a blessing and an opportunity that I've been waiting for.

Over the last few years Social Security has come under attack ... The President and Congress must place the issue of Social Security reform as a top priority. We cannot afford to wait. Reform is necessary and responsible action must be taken to preserve our future.

It's really nice to play for a guy like him.

Doing Civil War re-enactments is something I live for. To have one in my backyard is great.

It's been a little up-and-down season with injuries or whatnot, but through it all, it's all worth it.

It's going to be a very good challenge, from all of the sudden not being able play due to injury to playing a team that passes 60 or 70 times a game.