CBS SportsLine
Chat Transcript
November 19, 1998

(Allsport)

 

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Mark Brunell stopped by in the CBS SportsLine chat room to talk live with fans about the Jaguars, life in the NFL and who he looks up to the most on November 19th.

Find out what Mark had to say in the full transcript of his chat below.

Question: What do you attribute to the team's success?

Mark Brunell: Good coaching. It has always been very good coaching with James and Lambright. I think if we stay healthy we have a very good chance.

Question: Now that the preseason controversy over Champions of Chirst has faded, why is it okay that other players can brag about their weekend exploits with women but it's not okay for you to post a bulletin board message about a bible study?

Mark Brunell: I would say that everyone has the right to live the way they want to.

Question: How much of an impact to the fans of Jacksonville have at home games?

Mark Brunell: It's fun to play for the fans and we're very fortunate to be in a great city with great support from the people who live here.

Question: Do you have any advice for a young QB?

Mark Brunell: Stay in school! Make education No. 1. That's far more important than success in sports.

Question: Who do you consider the team's toughest opponents?

Mark Brunell: Probably Denver and Pittsburgh.

Question: What would you say your chances are against Pittsburgh this Sunday?

Mark Brunell: Our chances are very good. but we are playing a very good football team. The steelers are a good team, and it should be a good game.

Question: Are you happy with the increased emphasis on the Jags rushing game this year?

Mark Brunell: Very happy. It's helping our offense tremendously. Poise, staying calm, and playing smart.

Question: Are you going to teach Fred Taylor some touchdown dances?

Mark Brunell: Somebody has to! I guess I'll do it. Fred has done a great job. He's playing great for a rookie, and he's going to be a very good player someday.

Question: What would you do without Tony Boselli?

Mark Brunell: I'd get sacked a lot more.

Question: What do you think of Peyton Manning?

Mark Brunell: I think Manning will be a very good QB. He's grown a lot this year. I have a lot of respect for him.

Question: With Pitts' defense being less than the best this year will you try anything fancy?

Mark Brunell: Nothing fancy. We're going to try to run the ball, and keep it out of their hands.

Question: What do you think you have to do to get by Denver this year?

Mark Brunell: Run the ball effectively, make big plays, and keep their offense off the field.

Question: What has been the most memorable game of your career?

Mark Brunell: Denver in 1996. No one gave us a chance to win, and it was a playoff game.

Question: Coming into the NFL, you were compared to Steve Young. Did that add any additional pressure?

Mark Brunell: I didn't see it as pressure. I took those comparisons as a compliment. I think young is a very good QB, and to be compared to him isn't a bad deal at all.

Question: What is your favorite play to call?

Mark Brunell: My favorite is probably what we call a "go round." It's basically throwing a long ball and completing it, of course:)

Question: What are your plans after you leave the NFL?

Mark Brunell: I'd like to work with kids and get more involved with the church.

Question: How do you pump yourself up for Sundays?

Mark Brunell: I pray and read my bible.

Question: Can you comment on Tony Boselli's style of play?

Mark Brunell: Tony is probably the best in the league at his position. He's very physical, very aggressive, loves to play the game, and is extremely competitive.

Question: How many Super Bowl rings do you want to win?

Mark Brunell: I don't know how many, but I know I want at least one.

Question: How many season do you see yourself playing?

Mark Brunell: I'd like to play as many as possible. As long as I stay healthy.

Question: Even though you are a role model yourself, who else do you consider a role model?

Mark Brunell: I consider Reggie White a role model, and I look up to him. I think the most important role models are our parents. Growing up, my Dad was my biggest role model.

Mark Brunell: Thank you for the questions, I enjoyed answering them. I'm looking forward to chatting with you again sometime.