It’s no secret that the NFL is a tough industry. The daily grind of practices and games coupled with the possibility of being traded or cut at a moment’s notice creates a very stressful environment. Unfortunately, that stress can get the best of us, including Junior Seau. He was a great football player with a promising future in the NFL. His death is a sad event, and my heart goes out to his family during this difficult time.

 

I’m headed out of town this weekend.  My family and I are going to Eugene, Oregon for the Oregon Ducks spring football game. We’re very excited about it! Our son Eric is going into his third year. Actually, it’s his redshirt sophomore year. He’s worked hard and had a good spring. We’re looking for the Ducks to be a top five team again and we’re hoping for some big things. Let’s have another great year in 2012!

The team always does a great job with the spring game. It’s a tribute to the armed forces, and instead of charging admission, they ask people to bring nonperishable food items to stock up food banks in the central Oregon area. It’s a great day all the way around, and we’re excited to be part of it again. Go Ducks!

 

The recent rule changes in the NFL are something I think many coaches will be excited about. I think the decisions made in the owners’ meeting will prove to be a huge benefit to both coaches and players throughout the football season.