It's the football fan's way to be the coach, the general manager, the owner.

A Redskin is a football player.

He was a great football coach and he really cared about each and every one of his players. The guys just loved him and he's going to really be missed.

Wellington Mara was a dear friend and football fans everywhere mourn his passing. Throughout my tenure as an NFL owner he was an invaluable advisor in person and in our many phone calls. As a Hall of Fame owner and backbone of the League, he shaped the sport we all love so dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this sad time.

Turkey Day was only a little over a month ago, and the football loss is still fresh in the memory of a lot of these kids. It was sort of a 'You got one in football, we'll get one in basketball' kind of thing. It's just a great rivalry.

They were in a little shock. There really wasn't much said. Our football program is bigger than any one person.