Don Shula Quotes & Sayings

“Success is not forever and failure isn't fatal.”

“I think what coaching is all about, is taking players and analyzing there ability, put them in a position where they can excel within the framework of the team winning. And I hope that I've done that in my 33 years as a head coach.”

“I don't know any other way to lead but by example.”

“The one thing that I know is that you win with good people.”

“The superior man blames himself. The inferior man blames others.”

“One thing I never want to be accused of is not working.”

“Sure, luck means a lot in football. Not having a good quarterback is bad luck.”

“You know it's only 50 miles from Grand River to Canton, but it took me 67 years to travel that distance.”

“Anybody that's a Dolphins fan feels they're headed in the right direction.”

“And this year is going to be the 25th anniversary of the 17-0 team, the only undefeated season.”