Quick Hits....

“This time of year there’s a lot of optimism around the NFL. … I can tell you with certainty the difference between our optimism and the other 31 is our optimism is earned” – Dolphins Exec VP Mike Tannenbaum, speaking during the team’s Kickoff Luncheon (MIAMI HERALD, 8/19).

“Golf is completely different now than what it was. When I came out, I was the youngest player at 18. Now, 18 is old and 30 is even older” – Paula Creamer, on the influx of LPGA talent that is under the age of 25 (VANCOUVER SUN, 8/19).

“I'm hoping that I can learn something from how they are edging ahead of the competition and take that vision onto the court with me” – Tennis player Andy Murray, on making three investments on the crowdfunding platform Seedrs (REUTERS, 8/19).