“You learn a lot. I know that from the whole spectrum really, football nuances, how I really want to approach the team – these things are not standard set in stone for me....I also do know that there’s a certain degree of problem-solving that I enjoy about this profession and this job in particular. And I also know that it does give me confidence in a weird way because I’m motivated by trying to dig people out of tough spots, and I know it’s not something that I – you never know how these types of things are going to feel. You’re not excited about putting yourself in a position to (say), ‘OK, what’s it going to feel to lose five straight?'”--Miami head coach Mike McDaniel.

The guy really is extremely intelligent and professional tackle football is the most intellectual game out there.