326 Quotes by Mike Holmgren

Being the personal protector, blocker for Shaun Alexander and then look what Shaun has done.

He is as hard of a working lineman as I've been around. Offensive linemen are usually that way, but he kind of goes over the edge in his work ethic. He is tremendously strong, very bright and he really wants it every play, every down. His ability to focus in is really very amazing.

I'm a tremendous believer now. It's about as much like grass as you can have a synthetic surface be. I really think the right decision was made. This is great for everyone. Players love it, and I think this surface will offer a better product on the field for fans.

He is as about as consistent and tough a linemen as I've ever coached. He's very, very steady.

Bobby has been so good to start this year.

I'm an emotional coach. I get angry. I get happy. I get sad. I get disappointed. I get frustrated. I kind of show that. Not always to the public, but to the team.

As soon as they make some arrangements, he'll know and I'll know. We have to see. That's the first thing.

He is a lifelong football personnel man. Personnel people, they have a passion for it. They want to help the head coach. They want to give him the best players they can give him. And it creates a real healthy trust and working relationship. Bob's first love, as you know, was basketball. And he was taking on a lot of jobs. It's different now, because Tim is a lifelong football guy. We have a good relationship.

I had a conversation with the league, and there were mistakes that were made, which we felt at the time.