I think we can run and get to the football. Last year five of the seven games we lost we were ahead. The defense has to stop people and keep teams out of the end zone.

Football players win football games.

Something always happens that you don't expect in these games, ... They're exciting, they're good to have and they're what football is all about. You always get excited for these games, and this year is no different.

Are we where we need to be to win football games? I don't think so. But I think we're going in the right direction and think that's what spring is all about.

I really don't notice it that much. Football games are awesome, but when I'm on the mound I have to concentrate on the batter. I try to use that in football, too.

There are too many games being played. The convention centre has become a political football.