Quote by John Heisman

Gentlemen, it is better to have died as a small boy than to fumble this football.

Gentlemen, it is better to have died as a small boy than to

Summary

This quote satirically suggests that making a mistake, even a trivial one like fumbling a football, can feel so embarrassing and consequential that it may seem preferable to have never grown up and faced such challenges. It highlights how society places immense pressure on individuals to always perform flawlessly, implying that even the smallest failure can be ridiculed or hold grave consequences. With its exaggerated tone, the quote exposes the potential absurdity and overemphasis placed on trivial actions in relation to one's self-image and perceived worth in the eyes of others.

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By John Heisman

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