forgotten assignments. Obviously in a foul mood, he picked back up during a meeting that evening, telling them they had a lot to learn. Dramatically, he held a ball aloft and said, “We’re starting at the beginning. Gentlemen, this is a football.” McGee quickly raised his hand. “Coach?” he asked. “What?” Lombardi barked, annoyed at the interruption. “Can you not go so fast?” McGee said. Lombardi couldn’t help laughing. Practice went better the next day.
