Quotes by Jon Copper

“I set my goals before each season -- spring and fall. My goals this spring were not to win a job or to make the first team. My goals were to keep on improving and not to look too far ahead.”

“Honestly, I didnt keep up with that situation a whole lot. I found out, I guess, when everybody else did.”

“That we have a teammate who may not be with us next year. Im still not sure whats going on or how its going to end up.”

“When I first came here, there were still a lot of things I didnt know, especially about the 3-4. Last spring, I studied every night and came in an hour before practice to make sure I knew everything that was going on.”

“When I came in, Coach [Al] Golden told me that, in about two or three years, things would open up pretty nicely as far as me having an opportunity to contribute.”

“It comes down to guys have to fill spots. The less guys you have to fill spots, the more opportunity theres going to be.”

“I think thats a good thing to start. Thats a base. ... If youre a guy thats dependable and doesnt make mistakes, youre going to get on the field.”