Marshall was a pioneering player. As a threat in so many different aspects of football, he revolutionized the way in which the running back position was played. He was the player that I wanted to emulate.

I grew up playing sports. There is a clear line between success and failure.

It's a basic, elemental universe, one of the last remaining zones where violence and domination sort out who is top dog. That's football's glory, and its curse. The game of football doesn't transfer well to the real world. You can't treat your friends, neighbors, or loved ones the way you treat your opponent on the football field.

People go through life and make personal decisions and sometimes they don't work out. I won't be the first person to be divorced.

Every day is an opportunity disguised as a challenge.