'Bear' Bryant on overcoming adversity

During these tough times it's important to reflect on such a powerful speech.

[troutaholic]

Who would not want to run through a wall for Coach Bryant ?

[RoguePatience]

I was born and raised in Los Angeles. Growing up on the west coast, you’d seldom ever hear about the south (Alabama, in particular) in good terms. It was almost always bad. But as I grew up, I realized that there was more to this country of ours (and its people) than the small-minded, preconceived notions we all have about one another. I’ve never rooted for Alabama football, but what this man (Paul William ‘Bear’ Bryant) means to me, far exceeds anything related to just football. I’m glad to have gotten to know about him, about Alabama, about the South, and about our country. Good, bad, or indifferent. My sincere regards to anyone and everyone who understands or has, in someway or another, been impacted by this man’s legacy.

[vinceus.]

These words of encouragement apply to life, and not only to sports.

[travisb]

This hits Your soul an has the power to bring a tear to a grown mans eye. This mans grit was unlike any other. This man is tattoo worthy that's why I wear him proudly on my skin. Win lose or draw life death sunny or stormy I'll always love this man even if I'm 31 and wasn't alive when he was but I've read 5 books about him and watched the only films that's available he's the type you can watch a video an go take a test and ace it bc he powers you.

[BulletSponge]

I really needed to hear this today. My father, who attended the University of Alabama in the 50's before enlisting in the United States Navy was buried this afternoon. Thank you and Roll Tide

[willoneil]

Coach Bryant was a great football coach ? But he was and still a greater Man !!! I know this.

[kayowalsh]

I was fortunate enough to attend the University of Alabama while Bear was the coach. He was larger than life to me. I met him briefly after I graduated and felt so nervous, like I was in the presence of God. I will never forget that moment. Roll Tide and RIP Coach Bryant. ❤️🏈

[jmua]

I am so proud that we can call Coach Bryant as one of our own.

[annalindsay]

He kept this and read it every day. My time at the University was when Coach Bryant was the face of Alabama football. As great as Coach Saban is, Coach Bryant will always be the face of Alabama football for me.

[odieslc]

No one, I mean no one, can argue with any of these words of wisdom!

[bulldogfever]

Uga alum but my dad’s hero was “The Bear.” During these unprecedented times during Covid 19, we need to be more prepared. most of this speech was used to me in life to overcome any adversity. I respect Bama nation. I have the utmost respect for Alabama football. Dad always told me “ I expect nothing less.” RTR Go Dawgs.

[kalenbrooks]

It does not matter if you are in your teens or your seventies this speech can get you through a lot of adversity

[freedomfighter]

Such an amazing coach man I've never played football but listening to this makes me want to play for the guy. He definitely is the greatest college football coach of all time.

[JB-vtsz]

Even 40+ years later, this is great wisdom for all football players. And most men..

[hankhill]

Even this yellow jacket over In Georgia had to hit that like button. 👍🏻

[sethderusseau]

powerful. As a Kansas State Wildcat fan, I respect Alabama more than any other program there is in College Sports. They have earned it.

[RealOGMudbone]

This is beautiful to hear. A man of great wisdom. From a diehard LSU alum, much respect for Alabama. It’s a joy to beat you on the field when we do, but what culture y’all have. Props.

[jimmyc]

Powerful speech wow gets me every time RIP Bear and RTR!

[sixteenstone]

"And I'll tell you this...I expect nothing less"

[RoguePatience]

In case anyone is wondering, the song in this video is called ‘A Song For You’ by the band Be Still The Earth. Just thought I’d mention that.