I wouldn't mind being like X-Men and having the claws. I mean, I don't think they'd let me play football, but it would look cool.
From D'Brickashaw Ferguson
I sat in the green room at Radio City Music Hall for the 2006 NFL Draft. At my table, I was encircled by my parents, brother, agent, former coaches and close friends.
The actual game is only part of the Senior Bowl experience - the practices are equally important.
Prior to my arrival at the Crowne Plaza in Indianapolis, my agent and I decided that it would be best not to participate in any drills at the combine. We wanted to wait until my pro day at Virginia, where I could limit the distractions and just focus on being my best.
I received a call from Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum and head coach Eric Mangini. They asked me if I was ready to become a New York Jet. I quickly answered 'yes' and began to hug everyone at the table.
I feel like sleep is the most important thing. I notice in my body, when I don't get enough sleep on a consistent basis, how I am dreary, or my mood changes, or I'm not as focused.
It's just a blessing from above. I can't stress that enough, because I don't feel like it's anything that I've done. For me to say, 'Well, it's because of this, this and that is why I've been able to play,' it's just a lie. I couldn't tell you why.
Sometimes you have success and not so much success versus certain people.
Acting is a talent, but I like to see the whole picture.
You're always facing the top defenders in this league. To go out there and do your best, that's all you can ask for.
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