Merlin Olsen

Born :15 September 1940

Tribute :11 March 2010

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Merlin Olsen born on 15th September 1940, and passed away on 11th March 2010, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations. Over the past 69 years, we have thoughtfully curated a selection of 18 powerful, inspirational, and motivational quotes - carefully handpicked from an extensive archive of life lessons and timeless wisdom. This legendary quote writer was born in american and went on to share won inspiring words with the world, leaving behind a global legacy that transcends borders.

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Quotes of Merlin Olsen

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After a few games I knew I was going to be able to compete. The idea of being a star never crossed my mind.

Our coach was absolutely out of his head. He must have read Bear Bryant's book. We had 78 players out. The first day 35 quit. Twenty quit the second day. We ended with 17 players. It was depressing.

Team doctors' jobs those days were to keep you on the field.

I bet I made close to 20 tackles because nobody on either side knew what they were doing.

I was always the last one chosen for football games in Central Park.

When a man lies, he murders some part of the world.

I probably played hurt a lot more times than I should have.

Nobody cared about swimming. You could draw a crowd for basketball.

It took me a while to realize that basketball wasn't football.

One of life's most painful moments comes when we must admit that we didn't do our homework, that we are not prepared.

I've caught fish as big as I am. I've caught marlin close to 300 pounds.

I was captain and should have set the example. I would lift a minimum of weights. Mine was natural physical strength. I always thought quickness and agility were much more important.

Our whole philosophy was to intimidate the quarterback. We were able to do it. We were pioneers. People still recognize us as, maybe, the best defensive line of all time.

The basketball coach cut me within two days, so I was back in the pool. I was the first one in the wall after the first 25 yards, but the last one out because I didn't have a flip turn.