Quotes by Jeffrey Lurie

“Brians a guy that we all would like to have a long-term contract with. He wants to stay. We want him to stay. Its just about finding the right value. I dont see why that couldnt happen, but you never know.”

“I thought that was appropriate because Mike Holmgren is the coach of Seattle, and was Reggies coach in Green Bay.”

“Its an important moment for this franchise to recognize one of the greatest players in the history of this league, and as you know, a very impressive human being.”

“The question of the fire, the motivation, the discipline, its all there. What you cant account for is what happened in Carolina last year.”

“The way it was explained to me was, by rule, if players throw punches, the official is obligated to eject the player.”

“[7 Yards away from a score, QB Ty Detmers pass was intercepted by Marquez Pope in the end zone. It was one of two picks the 49ers made in the 14-0 wild-card win over the Birds on Dec. 29, 1996.] The division was there for the taking and we didnt take it, ... This game was there for the taking in the first half and we didnt take it. Thats where were at.”

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of one of the greatest men ever to play the game of football,”

“On behalf of the entire Eagles family, our condolences go out to his wife, Sara, to his children, and to all those who have been touched by Reggie throughout his life. His legacy on and off the football field will never be forgotten.”

“Hes a leader, a top-notch human being and somebody you cant ask more of. Hes exceptional in every way.”

“The division was there for the taking and we didnt take it. This game was there for the taking in the first half and we didnt take it. Thats where were at.”