"He's one of
the people that give the game dignity, in a time that
dignity seems to be escaping us."
-Bill Walsh, Hall of
Fame former 49ers coach
"I was born
with a very special gift that has taken years to
develop, nurture, and refine. In my mind I know I can
always get better, and each and every day I try to do
something to reach my goals of being the best father,
husband, friend, and yes ... football player.
My biggest fear is that
someday I might fail, and that's what motivates me to
keep my motor running at the highest level possible no
matter what I am doing, or when I'm doing it.
I've learned some very
important lessons in the last few months and I realize
now more than ever how really fragile life can be.
Sometimes we tend to move so
fast we don't take the time to enjoy what is happening
around us. No one is invincible and I truly understand
how blessed I have been."
-Jerry Rice, 1996
"I can't
think of another player that more exemplifies the drive,
work habits and commitment it takes to reach the
top."
-Mike Holmgren, Current
Seattle Coach & 49ers assistant coach from 1986-91
