Brian Kelly Quotes


We have a number of starters returning. We've got a good offensive line back. We're skilled at the wide receiver and running back position. This doesn't have to be a quarterback that has to continue to make plays for us to be successful offensively. I think he has to be more of a manager. - Brian Kelly



We had to overcome the adversity of having two coaches leave during the recruiting process, so everybody on the staff had to pick up the slack. We had a lot of coaches in areas that are not normal for them, but I thought the commitment of our staff throughout the process was outstanding. - Brian Kelly



We came with all 11 men, our Desperado package. We went all out after the kick. It was indicative of our effort for the entire game. - Brian Kelly



We came in here with the idea that we wanted to make it known that Central Michigan football is a program to pay attention to, ... We came in here with a chip on our shoulder, because of all of the off-the-field distractions. - Brian Kelly



We came here with a chip on our shoulder today. With the things that went on back home this week and the way we were perceived... we wanted to show the country that in no way, shape, or form could we not win this football game. - Brian Kelly