John Matuszak

Al Davis was the first to know about my decision to retire, and Mom was second.

— John Matuszak

I think about the game plan, and then I go through all the little things that are almost impossible to do. If…

— John Matuszak

The main thing is to be a force, so guys will say, 'Tooz is kicking butts.'

— John Matuszak

It was tough to quit football. But after I was injured, I didn't want people paying money to see only half a…

— John Matuszak

George Allen was afraid of my image. He wasn't afraid of me.

— John Matuszak

I don't like stepping on other people's toes, but with my size 15 shoes, people step on mine sometimes.

— John Matuszak

I never even was in any of my high school plays. I mean, look at me. What role could they give me…

— John Matuszak

I don't want to collect any paychecks as a cheerleader on the sideline.

— John Matuszak

It's very tough to run my side of the line. Eight out of 10 plays, they don't get anything.

— John Matuszak

I think I should be objective, call 'em as I see 'em. Stay the Tooz.

— John Matuszak

The tension in pro ball comes from the realization that any game could be your last, that an injury could end your…

— John Matuszak

Sure, I've done enough partying for 10 guys.

— John Matuszak

Defensive lineman in the 3-4 isn't a glory position. He is supposed to tie up as many linemen as possible in order…

— John Matuszak

Always, I seemed to just miss out. Why, I wasn't even the most valuable senior athlete in my high school in Oak…

— John Matuszak

I've grown up a lot, and I have such great memories of playing football.

— John Matuszak

It's a nice release when you make a perfect tackle, a good hit.

— John Matuszak

I can't cruise no more. You cruise, you lose.

— John Matuszak

I can retire from football with a smile on my face.

— John Matuszak

That's why I was out in the streets. To make sure no one else was there.

— John Matuszak

The only way to play football is with reckless abandon, or they'll knock your beard off. And with acting, you have to…

— John Matuszak

I sure can't do television. The screen is only 24 inches. How are they ever gonna get someone like me in that…

— John Matuszak

Women get possessive and cranky if they try to cruise with the Tooz.

— John Matuszak

I like making movies and would like to make it my career when I'm finished playing football.

— John Matuszak

The most important aspect of my signing with the WFL was not to demean or undermine the National Football League, but rather…

— John Matuszak