29+ All American Quotes Tackle Your Problems. " the game of life is a lot like football. One quote that was said multiple times throughout the season was,"tackle your problems, block out your fears and always finish strong no matter what," which really stuck with me. You have to tackle your problems, block your fears, and score your points when you get the opportunity. Blair, i look upon secession as anarchy. You have to tackle your problems, block your fears, and score your points when.". Blair, i look upon secession as anarchy. "the game of life is a lot like football. What this quote meant to me is if there is something difficult or you have a barrier in your way, you find the courage to do what's right and do your best at it. Defiance, not obedience, is the american's answer to overbearing authority. All americans became new yorkers.