Double D Responds: July 7, 2009

From Dave:

Hello Darian, I was wondering how you felt about the CFL as a stepping stone for young talent such as yourself, players like Weston Dressler and John Chick, to develop their game, gain experience, and the attention of NFL scouts to the South? (i.e. Jeff Garcia, Kenton Keith, and more recently Cameron Wake) Or are you more inclined to make the CFL a permanent home for your type of play? Would you consider living in Canada? or Saskatchewan? What type of work do you do to keep busy in the off-season? And finally my real question... If you don't mind me asking, what are your tatoos of, and what do they signify? Huge fan, ten year season ticket holder, I drive from Saskatoon (2 hrs 15 mins) to every game to see you and the boys in green. -Dave Taillon GO RIDERS "Never underestimate Darian Durant"

First off thanks for all your support. You know what who wouldn't love to go to the NFL and makes millions of dollars. At the same time I love playing in the CFL and wouldn't hesistate to make Canada home. As for my tatoos, since i'm a Leo i have a lions head with "Eyes Of A King" above it. Another is a picture of a sun with "Agaisnt All Odds" inside. The meaning for that is just the fact that I defied most odd and became a professional quarterback at 5'11. Once again thanks for your support. Go Riders!

- DD

From Kevin:

Great opening win dude nice run on the Touchdown.

Thanks!

- DD

From Michelle:

Hi Darian Good luck as you begin your season tonight. Mike and I will be watching. We know that you will play well. Go Riders!

Thanks!

- DD

From Quincy:

Hey darian ! great game agains calgary on the 23rd!!! You played AWSOME!!! i was just listening too the game on the radio but still judging from the announcers you did AWSOME as always!! Keep it up! You're the new face of the riders hows it feel?

I appreciate that. I look forward to being the quarterback here and leading the Riders to a Grey Cup!

- DD

From Ryan:

You gained a reputation in Saskatchewan by being called a smart quarter back by Kent Austin. What do you think you showed him that made him say that? What was it like hearing something like that?

I think my input in meetings with Kerry really showed Coach Austin i had an understanding of his offence and most importantly the CFL game. It was really an honor to hear that from a guy who was (in my opinion) one of the best QB's to play in the CFL.

- DD

From Travis:

Hey D. I just wanted to say congratulations on getting the starting knod going into training camp. Keep up the good work.

Thank you!

- DD

David:

Hi Mr Durant, Best of luck this year; I'll be drafting you for my CFL fantasy team! Other than playing football (of course), I'd like to ask what you enjoy most about spending time in Canada. -- David Kenney Columbus, Ohio

Thank you!

- DD

From Marquis:

Whats good man it marquis I was a QB at Conway High yr 97-99 we use to battle it out, Well I see your doing big things, which is nice Iam proud of you man. You are doing what I always want and thats play the game of the next level, well I dont want to bore you, but I hope this reaches you though

Appreciate that man. I remember those Conway battles too well. I hope all is well with you and thanks for visiting my site.

- DD