This did take a lot longer than what we had anticipated, ... We never really found that common ground. Usually, you find that common ground at some point the first couple weeks. We didn't really find anything that we agreed upon for quite some time. That created the long holdout.
Quotes about holdout (11 Quotes)
The thing with the holdout from camp and all that, this was the first time in my career when I had to make a business decision. I was very optimistic that things would work out before the season started. I want to thank Mr. Rooney personally. I never meant the holdout to show up this organization. It was strictly business. I didnt want it to get personal, because I want to be here. Im excited. My whole family is excited. I called my mom last night to tell her the news, and she broke down crying. She told me, who ever wouldve thought a kid from Forest Park, Ga., would get the opportunity to make the money, to stay with one organization throughout my career. I look good in black-and-gold.
Jerome sort of acted as the mediator. One thing he mentioned during the holdout - and he's been through them - was not to make it personal because eventually it was going to get done and you have to come back and play for the team. You hold your ground but understand that it's a business.
Im here. Im just glad to be back, ... Im very passionate about football and just driving back to the stadium today, seeing all the fans in their black and gold, a lot of chills went through my body. For me, this whole holdout situation was to show good faith to an organization and (respect) their policy that they dont negotiate with players under contract (who are not in camp).
I hate seeing me put in this situation. It's totally different. ... I don't even think I'd look right in another uniform. ... It's unfortunate it came to a holdout, because I wouldn't miss this season for the world.
I was a little worried with the holdout, of people questioning my character and being put in the category of a T.O., ... But I went to pick up my wife and son at the airport yesterday and the lady at the Great Steak place said, 'I can't give you a million dollars, but I can give you a steak sandwich for free.' I got a kick out of that.
The whole holdout was strictly business, and for me it was about getting the opportunity to retire as a Steeler, ... It was not about money or greed, it was about me wanting to retire as a Steeler and to have that chance to retire as a Steeler. Thats all I can really ask for.
There is no principle involved in my holdout. Only money.
From a financial standpoint, the time did benefit Mark, ... We had agreed on the gross package and years three or four days ago. What was holding up the deal was the structure -- the guaranteed money, the incentives and escalators -- and those did change. It was well worth the holdout.
We'll work hard to meet the schedule laid out in court and appreciate the court's insistence on full cooperation from witnesses for the holdout states.
Some in the garage area believe it is only a matter of time before a driver engages in the ultimate expression of agent-fueled greed a contract holdout. NASCAR is becoming more and more like a major sport, ... Could it happen Sure.