Marcus Mariota Quotes

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Marcus Mariota

Profession : Athlete

Birth : October 30, 1993

My high school was in the private school league, and we played all our games at the college stadium. It wasn't like we filled it, but we got a good crowd.

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In Hawaii, after somebody introduces themselves, the next question is, 'What high school did you go to?' From there, it's either 'Oh, OK, it's cool, I know some family,' or it's trash-talking to the max, like 'my school is better than your school.' This is how it kind of is back there.

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I don't like being in the limelight.

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I really believe in a community effort.

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The history and tradition of the Rose Bowl, if that doesn't get you excited, I don't know what will.

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Getting an education, building relationships and lasting friendships for the rest of your life... you can't take that away.

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I just try to be who I am.

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I don't really compare myself to anyone. Growing up, sure you have your favorite players or guys you try to emulate, but I'm just trying to be the best me I can be.

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My parents always told me to be respectful to anyone you meet and to live your life that way.

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There's no reason to be angry or impolite.

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Just be who you are and respect everyone you meet.

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If I have my feet under me, I'm a much better passer.

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Some of the best leaders in the world find they learn something every day to be a better leader. Whether it's developing a relationship, learning what someone likes or doesn't like, putting forth the extra effort so guys understand you do what you preach.

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The best leaders adapt and are flexible with their situations. I try to be the same.

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I always try to make it a point when I'm talking to guys to say we. It's not you need to do this, it's what can we do better. It makes it more of a family culture.

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My main focus was to be a great teammate. That's all I hoped to accomplish. I don't really care about legacies.

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That's what is cool about football: you build life-long relationships.

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When I'm aggressive and things are moving quick and my feet are in place, I'm a better, more accurate thrower.

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I learned a long time ago through my dad that you shouldn't really compare yourself to others - just because that hampers how good you can be.

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