My work ethic came from my parents and my fear of failure. I came from a small, predominantly black school and I didn't want to let them down.
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- Montana and I had a chemistry that was unbelievable. When I first came into the league he told me I added five years to his career, and I just think we complimented each other very well and were able to do some amazing things out on the football field.
- My work ethic came from my parents and my fear of failure. I came from a small, predominantly black school and I didn't want to let them down.
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