I like where we're headed at linebacker. I like that mix. Certainly, we miss Ed. But we've got to keep going. Those three guys (starting), they're athletic, they're fast, they're aggressive. They're going to start making a lot of big plays.

He's 25. This is his second year in this system. I think it took (Philadelphia Eagles quarterback) Donovan (McNabb) five years in his system to really reach the heights that he reached last year. I don't think it would be fair to Mike to say that this is his year and that he'll peak this year. The guy is continuing to climb. He's a ways away from his potential, but he's pretty darn good.

He asked a question and after he did it I was just emotional and upset as anyone who had just fought their guts out for close to four hours would be. I just wasn't in a mental state at that time to talk anymore. We had been through too much for too long.

It's hard on him. He's a competitor and he doesn't like to feel like he's letting his team or his teammates down.

It's hard on him. He's a competitor and he doesn't like to feel like he's letting his team or his teammates down. He does feel that way. I know he does. He's of strong faith, and I'm sure that's how he's getting through it. That's Jason. He's a pretty spiritual guy. He'll be back and he'll be strong. I just feel bad that people haven't gotten to see it yet like I got to see it for three or four years.

I think the fact that two of our assistant coaches have already been approached as possible coordinators says a lot about the quality of our coaching staff. I just hope I can keep these guys around.