Carson Wentz

Names that come to mind that I've learned from are Tom Brady - the way he gets the ball out and is so decisive. You can tell he is in total control out there. Another name is Aaron Rodgers, and how he's in total command. And also, Cam Newton, the way he has fun. I love that part of it. ”

Honestly, I always told my coaches my whole career - we'll practice two-minute drills in practice, like, once a week and everything - I'm just like, 'Those are my favorite time of football.' I'm out there in total control, just getting everything lined up, getting everybody on the same page, and obviously, usually it's pass after pass after pass. ”

Young quarterbacks usually experience bumps in the road. I'll take them in stride. ”

All men are wired to be in control of what's going on in their life. ”

I'm not an idiot; I can make adjustments to my life. But I like having a schedule. ”

We have a culture at NDSU that's about the team first. ”

I feel like I've earned respect with how I go about my business, how I carry myself. ”

I do have a little chip on my shoulder. I want to make a name for this state. I want to represent this state well so that's kinda the chip on my shoulder in that regard. ”

I'm a very motivated person. I don't need extra motivation. ”

A lot of guys have tons of talent, but it boils down to the mental side of things. Preparing and knowing your offense and studying the defense. Being able to read and react quickly. The mental side is often overlooked. ”