American Athlete
31+ Shaun Alexander Quotes On Education, Football And Sports
Updated: by Quotlr.com Team
Shaun Alexander is a former American football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for eight seasons. He played college football for the University of Alabama, and was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks 19th overall in the 2000 NFL Draft. He was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and was named the NFL MVP in 2005, when he set a then-record of 28 rushing touchdowns. Following is our collection on famous quotes by Shaun Alexander on education, football, life.
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Top 10 Shaun Alexander Quotes
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I think when you're winning, your uniforms are cool.
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I am a better running back every time I step on the field. I try to get better each game, each summer, each season.
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My favorite sports movies, I like 'Remember the Titans' and 'Hoosiers' Jimmy Chitwood, from the corner.
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Time heals all wounds, unless you pick at them.
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I always play every game like my back is against the wall, that this could be it.
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Medicine's good for some people. Not for me.
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To be the highest-paid running back ever is quite an honor.
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Without bragging, I've been blessed to have five of the greatest statistical years for a running back.
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After the smoke clears, I think people will say, 'You know what? That Shaun Alexander, he did all right when he was here. I think there will be more smiles when the smoke clears.
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Do I think I can take 20 carries now? Well, I think finally last week and this is week was probably the first time I could probably say, yeah, I could take 20 carries and go do some damage.
Shaun Alexander Short Quotes
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I grew up loving Walter Payton. My dad used to always show us film of him.
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I think people will say, 'You know what? That Shaun Alexander, he did all right when he was here.
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I think that it won't be long before a team calls that says, 'Just go do what you do'.
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I think there will be more smiles when the smoke clears.
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My two favorite movies are 'Coming to America' and 'Boomerang'.
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The key thing with any football player is, what can he do when he gets on the field.
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Everyone knows me and my wife's story. We didn't have sex until we got married.
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We play a violent sport.
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When you're on the road, there's no time for second chances and messing yourself up.
Shaun Alexander Quotes About Super
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I am ready. I'm in great shape. My workouts have been great. I'm ready to get back and help a team get to the Super Bowl.
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I told Clinton I want him to rush for 2,000 yards. And I want our team to go to the Super Bowl and win it. I've been there and not won it. It's really simple for me. You get stats, fame and fortune, but if you don't end up with the ring you're never satisfied.
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I'm healthy and excited to play. And I think this year can be a big year for me if I get the opportunity. I can still play the game. I think I can help a team get to the Super Bowl.
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We don't just want to win the Super Bowl, we want to make a dynasty. I want to be a player who makes that a reality.
Shaun Alexander Famous Quotes And Sayings
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For me, you've got to play football first. We're not trying to be accountants. The money takes care of itself. That's kind of how I think anyway.
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If I could have anybody I haven't had, I'd want to interview somebody like Jay-Z or Puff Daddy, pick their minds a little bit.
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If I could have one superpower, I'd want to have the power of mind over matter. I'd want to be able to move things and people with my mind.
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One thing I've been doing since I was a little kid and that's score touchdowns so if somebody needs somebody to get in the red zone and do some work, I could probably still do that pretty well.
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You know when everyone's watching, your mom and dad, your friends in high school who thought they were better than you. You get your chance to get in the spotlight and shine.
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Ever since (childhood), I realized that one of the coolest things in the game is scoring touchdowns. And I think mentally that still drives me.
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The contract stuff just happens to be a coincidence to me. I always play every game as if my back is against the wall. That's always something that has been good to me since high school. A lot of people believe the grass is greener on the other side, but I'm not one of those people. It wouldn't be my choice to leave, but the Seahawks know that.
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It was an emotional roller coaster - going from Christmas, then your aunt dies, and then all the stats come out and you might get all these records. I've been asked, 'How do you feel' Tired. I'm really blessed we do have this week off where I can kind of grab a hold back to reality.
Life Lessons by Shaun Alexander
- Shaun Alexander taught us that hard work and dedication are essential to success, as he worked tirelessly to become one of the best running backs in the NFL.
- He also showed us that it is important to stay humble and remember where you came from, even when you reach the highest levels of success.
- Finally, Alexander taught us that it is important to never give up, no matter how difficult the challenge may seem.