Football is an excellent sport; one of the best, I think; but it's only a sport, not a--er--profession, you know.

All the knowledge of football in the world isn't going to help you when you leave here and try to enter college.

By the way, I presume you intend to go to college, Edwards ?" "Yes, sir." "Then keep that in mind.

Remember that you're getting yourself ready for it.

Perhaps that will make your work seem better worth doing.