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July 27th, 2012 at 3:30 PM
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Denard's Speech Posted on YouTube

Someone at the Big 10 Media Day has just uploaded Denard's speech on YouTube. Not sure how to embed. Didn't want to add it as a comment on the other thread since I figured that it would get burried but mods please go ahead and delete if this needs to be posted in the other thread instead

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfsCcuiyO70&feature=youtu.be

 

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July 27th, 2012 at 3:32 PM | Embed (Score:3 Normal)
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COYS and lets go Detroit FC!

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July 27th, 2012 at 3:52 PM | that brought tears to my eyes.... (Score:5 Normal)
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....about his promise to his brother, who passed away.

 

We won't be seeing another student/athlete like this young man for generations.

 

Go Blue!

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July 27th, 2012 at 4:49 PM | I was just telling my parents (Score:3 Normal)
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I was just telling my parents about it, and it really teared me up. I am proud to say he is one of ours. GO BLUE!

I don't know who's hair is better, John Stamos circa Full House or Denard

GO BLUE

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July 27th, 2012 at 3:52 PM | Some People Remind You (Score:3 Normal)
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Some people remind you why you are so proud to be a Wolverine! I thought for a moment he might start quoting, "The Team! The Team! TheTeam!"

GoBlue!

Hail!

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July 27th, 2012 at 3:57 PM | Love that guy. (Score:4 Normal)
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Love that guy.

'Try growing up in Texas a Michigan WOLVERINE'.

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July 27th, 2012 at 4:10 PM | Denard may not be the most polished (Score:5 Normal)
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public speaker but he truly hit a home run with his speech today at the Big Ten luncheon. For a person who is not comfortable being in the public eye he showed class, he showed that opportunities exist if you work hard, and he showed that parenting was important in his life. He represented his university and himself very well today. What a character guy and I am proud to be a fan of his. Every coach in the room should have hugged the man. Denard Robinson. Big Stage, Big Ten. Go Blue.

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July 27th, 2012 at 4:28 PM | This was amazing (Score:4 Normal)
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This nearly brought me to tears. I see so much of my personal story in his speech. Denard I pray to god you do the impossible and make a great nfl qb.

I'm praying he beats the odds. What a phenomenal kid.

THOSE WHO STAY WILL BE CHAMPIONS

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July 27th, 2012 at 4:49 PM | That was a beautifully (Score:1)
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That was a beautifully thought out speech. He's a great young man.

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July 27th, 2012 at 5:03 PM | Did he not act nervous? (Score:1 Normal)
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I never played hockey in front of more than a couple thousand at a time but it is strange how I could never just speak to a crowd that big without getting extremely nervous. Denard just made me feel better 

"I am excited to be with Brady and I am excited about where this program is headed"           D C  Coach Mattison

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July 27th, 2012 at 5:21 PM | Thanks dickhead for your (Score:-1 Flamebait)
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Thanks dickhead for your insight. 

You know, Dude, I myself dabbled in pacifism once. Not in 'Nam of course.

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July 27th, 2012 at 6:20 PM | Jesus dude, having a bad day? (Score:3 Normal)
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Jesus dude, having a bad day?

COYS and lets go Detroit FC!

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July 27th, 2012 at 9:06 PM | So who's the dickhead here? (Score:1 Flamebait)
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So who's the dickhead here?

It's been a lot. Its been a roller coaster that for some reason seemed like it would never get good. But you know what? We kept fighting. It's like that old saying goes, "Those Who Stay Will Be Champions." -David Molk

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July 27th, 2012 at 5:49 PM | Oh, well (Score:1)
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Plenty of young men aren't polished speakers, but go on to become so with practice.  He might not be offered a spot on ESPN after his playing days are over, but I'll bet he gets offered a few coaching jobs.  Then again, this is Denard, and I would never count him out.  I would imagine that if he wants to go on television, he will learn the skills he needs, and do it. 

The media won't have a slurp-fest like they did last year with Kirk Cousins, but the fact that he was asked to deliver the keynote speech and did it is impressive, especially considering his beginnings.

There are slightly over 1,000 Big Ten players on scholarship this year, and Denard was the one selected to give the keynote speech.  I would bet that anyone at his old high school would be proud of that accomplishment.

 

 

 

 

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July 27th, 2012 at 7:42 PM | My top five favorite people I (Score:0 Flamebait)
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My top five favorite people I have never met: 

(1) Denard Robinson

(2) Brady Hoke

(3) Scott Mescudi

(4) Blue in South Bend

(5) Fred Bird - the mascot

"to make a complete evaluation off video w/o seeing guys in-person - I don't believe that at all." - Josh Helmholdt

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July 27th, 2012 at 8:01 PM | You have to love Denard... (Score:1)
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You have to love Denard... You can tell he was beyond nervous and was really working hard to try and relax and slow it down. He's one guy I really hope goes on to do great things after he's left Michigan.



These last few groups of guys over the last few years really seem to be for the most part real standup genuine guys. Makes me proud to be a part of it all even of its just an extremely small part in the grand scheme of things...

The Michigan difference...

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July 27th, 2012 at 8:30 PM | Im sure its the magic hat (Score:1)
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Im sure its the magic hat talking but indont care how many mistakes, picks, fumbles, sacks.. Whatever. That kid is my QB and i'll respect and love him til the end

Its called a royale with cheese

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July 27th, 2012 at 8:31 PM | /agreed (Score:1)
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/agreed

The Michigan difference...

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July 27th, 2012 at 9:05 PM | Denard > Kork (Score:2 Funny)
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Denard > Kork Coupons



Straight from the heart, Denard. Couldn't imagine a better person leading our team out onto the field.

It's been a lot. Its been a roller coaster that for some reason seemed like it would never get good. But you know what? We kept fighting. It's like that old saying goes, "Those Who Stay Will Be Champions." -David Molk

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July 27th, 2012 at 11:36 PM | what a genuine guy (Score:2)
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Very few people, athletes, or whatever, in todays world come across so true and honest. He is without a doubt an extremely humble and respectful guy. I am totally honored to say he is our quarterback. I can't express how much I hope for his success, not just for Michigan, or the team, but maybe more so for himself and his family.

Go Blue!

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July 27th, 2012 at 11:44 PM | Denard is a class act all the (Score:3 Normal)
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Denard is a class act all the way around.  Love the guy,  but not on the field vs ND.  You got a one in a million kid there.

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July 28th, 2012 at 3:15 PM | One of the all-time greats (Score:1)
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What an amazing speech.  It sounds like he's really grown-up at Michigan, and, as many have said, his comments were very touching.

No matter what happens this year, I'm going to miss Denard.  He is truly a Michigan Man.

Thank you, Coach Hoke, for bringing Michigan back.

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