114 Quotes by Howie Long

I was uncontrollable. I didn't like school. I was younger than everyone in my class by two years. I had few friends. I never had a girlfriend. I was kind of a grandmother's boy.

I have always felt a responsibility to pay it forward.

We had barracuda jackets and alligator shirts with the collars up. We were wearing the collar up before it was cool.

I learned about FightSMA from a family in Virginia where I live. I was immediately struck by the great fighting spirit of the children and families involved in this struggle.

I almost said no to 'Broken Arrow.' I ended up doing it on a lark.

I'm a nervous dad.

I never thought about money when I was playing.

It's not like I'm a Buddhist or anything, but I think we've all got, to a certain extent, a predestined life. My journey took me from Boston to Philadelphia to Oakland to Los Angeles and then as a broadcaster. I've been fortunate.

I'd never played on a team until high school. It gave me a sense of belonging, a focus, and helped build my confidence. I liked the feeling of accomplishment and the respect. Sports ideally teach discipline and commitment. They challenge you and build character for everything you do in life.