And, they've had a terrific football team, produced great football over the years, and great rivalries and great fan support.

It's nice to see a lot of familiar faces. It's great to see the support for high school football.

a unique piece of real estate for leisure time activities in America.

it came at a time when the Arizona quarterback threw one of the least artistic passes in the history of the National Football League.

The game was still something of a novelty, ... There were still some quizzical looks as we entered the stadium. Today, what I see is a much deeper understanding of the game, a much greater appreciation for the game.

We had a spectacular first-ever kickoff event last year in New York City to celebrate the resilient spirit of the city and America. We are looking forward to this season's opening game in the nation's capital, which presents a unique opportunity to salute the military and other public servants.