Quotes by John Cooper

“The more players you put in the NFL, the better chance you have of getting like players.”

“You can get a great education at these schools, and thats one thing. But these kids also want to win games and be recognized. And all the great high school players want to play on Sunday.”

“I probably would have said no,”

“I married a monster from outer space”

“[Then-Athletic Director Andy Geiger hardly sugarcoated the decision and spoke of the] deteriorating ... concern about discipline, competitiveness, academic pursuits, a whole series of things.”

“Its good to instill in our young people that God doesnt want marriage to end in divorce and that love conquers all.”

“If he doesnt jump into the Heisman race right now, I dont know what it takes.”

“Now it is time to deal with animal cruelty in the shooting industry.”

“Lou Holtz beat me all seven times we met when he was at Arkansas and I was at Tulsa. Believe me, today makes up for it.”

“All of the turnovers were big plays.”