Quick Hits....

"I told them he's no longer a freshman, and he's no longer a sophomore, junior or senior. He is a 'Heisman'” – Texas A&M AD Eric Hyman, on meeting with the family of QB Johnny Manziel to help them deal with his fame after winning the Heisman Trophy (SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS, 1/14).

"What are they doing with all of the profits? They're paying off the debt they acquired to buy the team. The fans need to be aware of it" – Agent Scott Boras, on most MLB teams currently having lower payrolls than past seasons despite a dramatic increase in revenues (MURRAYCHASS.com, 1/13).

"It's not like Tiger Woods is old ... but Nike is hedging its bets if he doesn't make it all the way back to No. 1 so they signed Rory" – CNBC's Brian Shactman, on golfer Rory McIlroy becoming Nike's latest endorser ("Power Lunch," CNBC, 1/14).