Football Quotes

Reflections from the field, the sideline, and the stands.

This set of football quotes draws on players describing what the game demanded of them, from proving doubters wrong despite their size to naming the skills that earned them a nickname. A few speak plainly about football being central to who they are, not just a pastime. For more on the people who play it, see our Football Players quotes.


Others reflect on the gap between fans and the professional side of the sport, or the atmosphere that surrounds game day. Explore Football Coach quotes and Football Season quotes for more football perspectives.