Earlier this week, wide receiver Corey Robinson was elected student body president, a position he will hold concurrent with his existing football responsibilities. However, it appears he briefly considered walking away from football to pursue other interests. Here are some other passing thoughts from current players that were considered, then dismissed.
“A ‘Fighting Irish Football scholarship’ means I can stay in Ireland, play soccer, and study abroad for the fall semester, right?” — Terry Jillery
“Ok, 12 seconds left versus Virginia — let’s focus on getting into field goal range.” — DeShone Kizer
“Should I wear my nice shoes to The Backer this weekend?” — Steve Elmer
“I should totally ask Katie from BP to the winter dorm dance, right?” — Josh Adams
“Should I keep quiet during this next play?” — Keivarae Russell
“I wonder if my draft stock would improve if I stick around another year….” — Ronnie Stanley
“Should I trim this beard and these dreadlocks?” — Matthias Farley
“Why won’t Lisa Ann return my calls? I thought we had a great date!” — Justin Brent
“Should I transfer?” — Brandon Wimbush
“Ugh, why does hall staff keep putting these ‘Slippery When Wet’ signs in front of my doorway?” — Jesse Bongiovi
“I should totally celebrate with both my feet on the ground.” — Drue Tranquill
“Why would I want to watch a YouTube video of myself?” — Brian Van Gorder
“Let’s see…I can either take this pastry *or* this apple out of the dining hall. Or should I embrace the power of the AND?” — Sheldon Day
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Ryan Ritter
Holy crap, the Justin Brent one killed me.