September 15, 1998
UK PLAYER QUOTES
Gordon Crowe, DT
On the EKU game
“I don’t think we were overlooking anyone. We just came out and we weren’t as hot as we were last week. We wanted to beat them really bad. We were more focused on that than on doing the things we needed to do. They didn’t let up. They kept coming at us and that’s why they scored on us.”
On the team
“Overall we are getting better. We are pleased that we’re improving, but we’re not totally satisfied. There is always room for more improvement.”
Derek Homer, FB
On expectations
“Coach Mumme is not the only one with high expectations. We all have high expectations of ourselves. We need to keep pushing ourselves. Putting pressure on yourself is how you win championships. We just need to work hard and execute better.”
On the third quarter lapse against EKU
“Before Coach Mumme said anything, we knew we weren’t going full speed and doing the things that we did in the first half. Some of our players weren’t on the same page. EKU set out to stop our running game. That was a good game plan for them.”
Jeff Snedegar, LB
On the UK defense
“To be honest, it’s wonderful how much they have impressed me. Our defensive line has taken it upon themselves to improve. Our defensive linemen worked hard this summer, gaining size, gaining speed, and just working extra. They took all the criticism last year and they turned that into a positive by working even harder this year.”
Kris Comstock, OT
On the team
“The level of our team is that this year, we expect to win football games. That is a definite advantage. We’re not hoping to win or hoping we’ll get lucky and get a touchdown. We have a game plan, and we have the confidence that we’ll make it work.”
On the EKU game
“I’m really happy we won. But it’s good to realize that we still make mistakes and we’re not a perfect offense. We need to correct those things for the future.”
Jermaine White, WR
On not being redshirted
“It means a lot to be able to play. I thought I’d be redshirted, but the coaches told me to play like a starter during practice. I did, and now I’m catching touchdowns.”
