There are a lot more important reasons for merging than there are to stay apart. I think it's a good thing.

I think we've improved, apart from the injuries, ... We've improved our athleticism.

I think anybody who watched this game would come away impressed that Ohio has a good team. To go toe-to-toe with them for 40 minutes, how can I be disappointed?

Now we need to proceed to that next step.

A good part of the rate increases we're seeing can be attributed to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. I think it's safe to say everyone's cost has gone up.

On the surface it's curious, but I think there are good reasons for it.