Damon West's impactful speech to the Oklahoma football team featured a story about a carrot, an egg, and a coffee bean, illustrating different responses to adversity. While most players appreciated the message, Jalen Hurts stood out for continually referencing it. Known for his inspirational quotes—"I want to be a coffee bean"—Hurts' philosophy shapes his approach to life and football. His teammates noted that Hurts' words reflect his deep perspective on overcoming challenges and excelling, marking him as a unique leader with a strong mental game in the competitive arena.
"His sayings are how he goes about life. I think it philosophically shapes the way he does everything."
"Dude was like, I'm keeping that forever!"
"Every single day that you wake up like, as soon as you wake up life is trying to make all these excuses for you."
"I want to be a coffee bean."
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