Word: birks
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...been really fortunate the last two years," Birk said. "I guess now it's a shock when we lose. I have to expect...
Over the course of such a strong Vikings campaign in Birk's rookie season, the sixth-round draft pick and native Minnesotan learned from listening, watching, and even seeing action in seven games...
...been good to watch guys like Randall McDaniel, who's been to ten Pro Bowls, and Todd Steussie, another Pro Bowler," Birk said. "I watch film with those guys, and I see how they critique themselves. I mean, some guys are just really blessed with a lot of talent, but they still get out there and work hard at it too. When you see guys like that break down film, you learn what to look for in your own play...
While many would expect an NFL neophyte to head into his career with reckless abandon, Birk has made the leap to the NFL with a professional, workman-like approach. Untouched by the glamour and mystique of the NFL spotlight, Birk has carried out business as usual...
...lifestyle hasn't changed too much," Birk said. "I don't go out as much, that's for sure. I get to the office at 6 a.m., get home at 5 p.m., and it's pretty much football all day. You really just want to lie on the couch when you get home. It's not like college anymore where you have other things to be concerned about...