Now, I am willing to accept that the money plays a part. I've never thought so. Looking back, remembering my playoff run and eventual Championship, I remember thinking to myself that he's got it all wrong - that it's not about the money. It's about your name on the trophy. The money will come and go, but the memories last a lifetime.
Pro football has perfect comparisons.
Elway, he is number two in the records books in a lot of categories behind Marino, but he went out on top, with two consecutive Super Bowl victories. My guess is if you asked Marino, he'd switch places with Elway anytime. I doubt John would say the same. A Championship is something nobody can take from you. A while after the season was over, I got together with a few of my league mates, all of whom have won championships in the league since it's inception 11 years ago.