55 Quotes by Mike Riley

I think it's exciting for everybody. I think everybody realizes what Joe has meant to the program and what capability that Joe has.

I thought that was a great hustle play. That was a great example of making a major difference in a game.

I think we came out a little satisfied with that lead and we kind of eased up defensively. But I take my hat off to the Stony Brook club.

I was just looking for the best person out there. I know he's a fabulous guy, and I think he's a great coach. I heard a lot about him, and in the interview it was all confirmed.

Our secondary has a chance to make a big improvement. The secondary needs help from the linebackers and the rush. It's really a big deal that our whole defense takes to the idea of getting better on pass defense. Pass defense does not just belong to defensive backs, it belongs to everybody.

Pass defense starts with a rush and then good solid coverage down field after that. We feel we have a lot of good people who can take us where we want go.

Matt is a tough, tough player. If you're not tough, you can't play quarterback. I don't care if you can throw the ball 100 yards.

Matt did a lot of great things for us last year, and I'm glad we have him. With a year under his belt in the system, I'm excited for him.

Marcel gives us another bona fide receiver. He is a terrific route-runner, and at the end of the 2004 season became one of Derek Anderson's favorite receivers. The addition of Love will give our offense a tremendous boost, and I look forward to a big year from him.