I was hoping the album would do well. But the nomination gives it a little validation, I guess. I mean, for a first project, it really did well, and I was a little surprised.

The students built on that. I feel that it's growing, getting better, and it's a sign that we're moving in the right direction.

I was totally surprised. I thought it was a mistake, but it really felt great.

I think we're the award they announce before or after the main show.

Conservatives sometimes catch a tremendous about of flak from inside the Beltway - and those groups can exert extreme pressure on those conservative members to try to get them to vote in ways that are opposite of their core fundamental beliefs and the promises that they made to their constituents back in their districts.

If I had to pick my greatest strength as a football coach, I say it would be innovation.