"I think everybody who knew him or had a relationship with him felt extremely close. He had that magical sense about him."

-Kim Eagle, University medical professor and Schembechler's personal physician

"Bo and Woody made the rivalry what it is. There's a decent chance they'll be watching the game together today."

-Adam Schefter, NFL network analyst and former Daily sports editor

"Bo Schembechler has had a profound influence on my life from the time I was 18 years old up until the time I had dinner with him last night. He was my friend, my coach and he's a legend. He cared a lot about Michigan."

-David Brandon, University regent and former football player

"He touched so many lives beyond the football field. And that's why he'll be a giant in Ann Arbor forever."

-Adam Benson, U.S. Rep. John Dingell spokesman and former Daily sports editor

"Bo Schembechler touched the lives of many people and made the game of football better in every way. He will always be both a Buckeye and a Wolverine and our thoughts are with all who grieve his loss."

-Jim Tressel, Ohio State University head football coach

"Everybody on campus was so excited and looking forward to the game (today). Now it puts a bit of a pause on that."

-Paul Courant, public policy professor who teaches a class Schembechler attended

"The state of Michigan and college football has lost a great man, a man that displayed passion, drive and determination both on and off the football field. He leaves a legacy that will live on through his players and choaches."

- U.S. Rep. John Dingell

"I believe the reason Bo is not here today with us is because they are going to charge too much damn money for those tickets (today)."

-Jim Betts, former Michigan quarterback