He's physical, which I think fits right in down there. He treats you like a man and is a guy you want to work hard for.

It's a rarity that doesn't happen much now with free agency. I'm very fortunate to be on the same team, finishing my seventh year.

That's the norm on every team. They bring in guys every year. That's just the way the business goes. You've got to be on top of your game every year or you're going to lose your job.

He's a really straightforward coach. You know what he expects. If you're doing what he expects to get done, you've got no problems.

The right man is the one who seizes the moment.

Everybody is excited about where we are right now. It's a 12-man dance. We've got one of the tickets, so let's go party.