Jeff Bowden Good Quotations

It was a good surprise because we needed him. The way I describe him is a tough, tough kid. He's got a chance to be a tough receiver, which is a characteristic we really need.

It's frustrating when you can't put your best players on the field because of injuries. When it's like that, you're not as good as you should be. But these guys I hate to say it this early, but this group can be special if they can stay healthy.

We have seen a lot of good linebackers with Miami and some of the teams we play, like N.C. State. He certainly ranks up there with them. I've always kind of had the feeling that when you get in the group with the top-five, it doesn't matter. You are so good at that point, you're good. He can change the game I know that.

I wasn't really excited about the run. I think our defense has got about all the answers against us ?they've seen so much. ... I thought the defensive line did good today.