- Curly Decker: You know, it's a funny thing. You're going to find the same thing happening to you, when you get out of school.
- Tommy Scott: What?
- Curly Decker: Oh, people... being surprised that you haven't got a big job, just because you were a big football star. I only earn forty dollars a week - and I never did have very expensive tastes. I got a kid now, though - and that extra money would come in kinda handy.
- Tommy Scott: Yeah - I guess it would.
- Curly Decker: Say, Scott - you don't mind my giving you a little tip, do you?
- Tommy Scott: Not at all - I'd appreciate it.
- Curly Decker: You see, I was in your spot once - so I know some of the ropes. You'll probably have a chance to make a little money on the side. Well, brother, you take it, and hold on to it - save it.
- Mom Scott: That's the greatest thing in the world, Tommy - greater than money or anything: For people to love you, and have faith in you.