“No way. To me this is not a matter of economics, it's a matter of passion. I understand over the last couple years the (stadium) process has stalled, but I'm looking to get the process moving along. I'm very positive that we'll get it accomplished.”
“I'm a strong believer in an open venue. I think it is a big advantage to have some of the other teams come up to our nice, warm Minnesota winters, so they can enjoy playing football up where it hurts, a la Green Bay.”