http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx(From Alicia Ybarbo, TODAY Producer) Tomorrow is a big day for all of us here at TODAY. It is Tiki Barber's first day.&nbsp; I had the pleasure of producing his first feature with us (which you’ll see Tuesday) and over the coming days, weeks and months,en-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60608.1)http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151018Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:19:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151018Shelby, Charlotte, NCI love these blogs from you guys! Tiki seems like such a great guy and I can't wait to watch him on on Today.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151219Mon, 16 Apr 2007 04:12:43 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151219Paul Ybarbo, San Francisco, CADespite great success in his career, I congratulate Tiki (and the lovely Ginny) for his willingness to help those in need, especially the childrens' organizations to which he has donated time and resources. Don't fret, Tiki, perhaps a next career could be as a tooth model??http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151358Mon, 16 Apr 2007 11:57:42 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151358Peter Hanisch, Charleston, SCTiki, I am so proud and thrilled to be able to see you each week on the morning show. I too went to Cave Spring High School and it is an honor to have gone to the same institution that you and your brother attended. I have followed your career at CSHS, UVA, New York, and will continue to do so in broadcasting. Congratulations!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151364Mon, 16 Apr 2007 12:04:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151364Julie Loparo, Westport, CTMy family had the pleasure of meeting Tiki when he was the featured author at a reading appreciation event at my daughter's school in Westport, CT. He was charming and gracious and even arrived early. He arrived with no security guards or assistants in tow. He left that day having made huge Tiki fans of all of us at the school or should I say, even bigger Tiki fans than before. I'm so happy that he has joined the Today Show (my morning news program of choice) family.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151366Mon, 16 Apr 2007 12:04:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151366Gillian, Tampa Bay, FLI am very pleased to see that Tiki has been added to the Today Show. He and his brother Ronde are the kind of positive influence the youth of today need to see in the the for front to model for their future. It also proves that a man can be more than just one profession and fufill more than just one dream. Great Choice NBC! Good Luck Tiki.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151380Mon, 16 Apr 2007 12:20:42 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151380Saranne, Tenafly, NJHi Tiki! You and your family are amazing role models and a super addition to the Today Show team. As a single mom, breast cancer survivor, I salute your whole family. You have a great laugh, smile and life force. Thanks for starting our morning "Today" with your joy-filled energy! I know you will bring a fresh perpective to your stories or your mom will call you and let you know. Good luck on this new path! We are all still your fans and we are still cheering for you! All our best wishes from ComedyCures, Sarannehttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151388Mon, 16 Apr 2007 12:25:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151388scott kleinman, boynton beach, flLove to see Tiki on The Today Show. He will be a perfect complement to a great team. I find it odd that Meredith, who takes more time off than anyone, is there. Please have her not give advice to the new stud. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151402Mon, 16 Apr 2007 12:49:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151402Marcia A. Ford Niskayuna, New YorkCongratulations Tiki!!! I have also had the plesure of meeting Tiki in person. My brother Richard befriended him when he was a rookie running back and volunteered to come talk to some kids in the Hudson,NY area for the D.A.R.E. program many years ago. During Giants Training Camp in Albany, we would often be privelidged to meet and talk with him after practice. Tiki is a class act. He has been blessed with the ability to relate to all kinds of people. He finds that common place, and immediately puts one at ease, and instead of that superstar running back standing in front of you, you meet this wonderfully humble ,intresting,intelligent, positive force of a man named Tiki. Now we will all be blessed with his presence on the Today Show. I can't tell you how much I am looking forward to watching him and learning from him. You can bet I won't miss a story. This man is the single most impressive individual I have ever met. Continued success Tiki! Congratulations and love sent to you and your family. And just for the record, I am sure we can get Richard to do another clam bake, just say the word! Proud to say I have met you. Best wishes in this new endeavor. Marciahttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151416Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:00:03 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151416Josephine LutzTiki, I watched the show this morning and saw your interview and listened to you mention that you were looking for a challenge. It would make my mother's day if you would look into a disease called Loupus for me. My daughter passed from it just recently at 39yrs old leaving behind a young son and family. The doctors hardly know anything about it. It is very strange and I would love to speak to someone about my experience if you are interested in looking into this. Thank you for taking the time to read this and good luck with the show! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151423Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:06:47 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151423Mary Mell Caledonia MinnesotaI am thrilled to hear that Tiki will be focused on upbeat stories, ones that motivate etc. My son Greg is a HUGE football fan, lives in NYC now. He would be a great story for Tiki. Greg was born with only part of a right arm, no left arm, played football in high school and is now an Architect with KPF Architects in NYC.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151482Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:58:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151482Scott STiki, I am very pleased to see that you have landed on your feet again! It is such a pleasure to see how good things surround the classy good guys. These days its nice to see someone who gives so much of himself to his mother, family, career and to God. Good luck with Today. We will surely be tuning in to watch you! Oh yeah, all this being said from a die hard Dallas Cowboys fan!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151483Mon, 16 Apr 2007 14:00:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151483Scott STiki, I am very pleased to see that you have landed on your feet again! It is such a pleasure to see how good things surround the classy good guys. These days its nice to see someone who gives so much of himself to his mother, family, career and to God. Good luck with Today. We will surely be tuning in to watch you! Oh yeah, all this being said from a die hard Dallas Cowboys fan!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151500Mon, 16 Apr 2007 14:12:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151500Robby Nadeau (South Portland - Maine)Let me state that I am a Tiki Barber Fan - however, I have a problem with retired professional athletes being given all of these television broadcasting jobs just because of who they are and not their qualifications - just watch or listen to a lot of retired players from any sport trying to sound intelligent on the air and it is painful. I wonder how many broadcast/journalist majors in colleges across the USA feel about wasting their time and money to get these degrees only to see some retired athlete be handed a job.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151501Mon, 16 Apr 2007 14:13:23 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151501LaurenIt's nice to see that Tiki Barber is so devoted to his family. His demeanor is one of great integrity. We need more role models in the media who are genuinely interested in inspirational stories and don't rely on inappropriate material to fill air time. At a time when kids sorely need positive role models, Tiki arrives modeling unassuming self-respect. His whole family must be proud of him, especially his mother. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151546Mon, 16 Apr 2007 14:37:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151546Dave, Hartford, CTThose who have a problem with broadcasting jobs being "handed" to retired athletes, I agree to a certain extent. Some have no business in the field. However I believe that Tiki Barber will do well. we shall see.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151645Mon, 16 Apr 2007 15:27:52 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151645Audrey Jones, Marysville, WAWow, Tiki Barber! What an awesome addition to the TODAY Show! It will be a breath of fresh air for families of color (such as mine) to turn on the morning news and see a smiling, professional person of color reporting positive and inspiring stories. And, he's not too bad to look at either!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151654Mon, 16 Apr 2007 15:31:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151654Jane and Bill Bell St. Cloud, FLTiki, I awoke this morning with a phone call from a friend who said she had just seen a photo of our daughter with you on your introduction to the Today Show. Luckily, our friend was in a time zone an hour ahead of us, so we all got to see it ourselves. We were so delighted to see that picture! (She was the tall blond who ran you down in NYC for her "photo opportunity)." You made our day then and again today. Thank you for being so gracious to your fans. Good luck in your new career. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151765Mon, 16 Apr 2007 16:11:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151765Linda, San Antonio, TXI was happy to learn that the topic of "Parenting" is high on Mr. Barber's list of the subjects he looks forward to covering. The needs of children and families must become a focus if we are going to bring about change. I am with an organization that has been strengthening families for 34 years and would like to offer our experiences in low-income communities as a resource. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151773Mon, 16 Apr 2007 16:14:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151773Ben B. Swift, Palm Harbor, FLA Fantastic Father and Friend to all. Best wishes to you, your close friends and family. I'll be watching TODAY tommorow. Keep the quality content alive.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151881Mon, 16 Apr 2007 16:56:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151881Diana, Irvine, CaliforniaCongrats to you Tiki! You are an inspiration to many young kids in this country. I have been your fan since the first days you started with the NY Giants and now my 6 year old daughter has become your fan as well. We are your biggest fans in California! Good Luck on this new adventure. I am sure your mother and family are very proud of you.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#151937Mon, 16 Apr 2007 17:18:12 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:151937RJ Gil, Boston, Mass.To those that make unjust complaints without any background info. Tiki has plenty of years experience as a news anchor for a well known New York News Station. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152114Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:25:01 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152114Kristin, Concord, NCI was so bummed when my favorite running back was retiring & not going to be in my hometown (Chicago) in 2007. My little Jack-Russel Rat terrier mix is named after him and runs like him as well. He has been inspiring to me since I first saw him play. I only wish he could have gotten that ring to match Ronde's. I love that he is a part of my morning ritual, which is the Today's show! Keep on smiling Tiki... You brighten my world!!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152162Mon, 16 Apr 2007 18:40:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152162Memphis, TnCongratulations Tiki. I am looking forward to seeing your infectious smile on the Today Show every morning. Your mom have done a wonderful job raising such wonderful men "ALONE." We love you, mom and Ronda. God bless you and your families. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152228Mon, 16 Apr 2007 19:11:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152228Randolph W. Walker, San Antonio, TXMr. Barber...congratulations on your "new gig" at the Today Show. I have been a fan of yours since you were at UVA. I am a Virginian as you are. In fact I grew up about 90 miles west of Roanoke in Bluefield, VA. Played a little HS football at 145lbs, a halfback, running out of the split T..way back in the day. I know you will be just as great on the Today Show as you were on the football field. Sincerely...R.W. Walker - San Antonio, TXhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152368Mon, 16 Apr 2007 20:00:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152368J. Kohls Two Rivers, WIThis guy has one beautiful set of teeth, a beautiful smile to go with them. I can tell just by listening to him for the first time that he is going to be a very well liked guy. I wish only the best for him on Today, he will prove to be an asset to the show.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152413Mon, 16 Apr 2007 20:11:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152413Al Letchworth, Wilson, NCWhat a great role model. It's hard to imagine Tiki not in a Giants uniform. Another idea for a story on Today. Talk about Business Success, just take a look at Ronnie Barnes, head trainer since 1980, and VP of medical services for the NY Giants. A classmate of mine in high school and life long friend. Father figure and shoulder to lean on to countless players through the years. Congrats again Tiki and tell Ronnie I said hello when you see him. Al http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152445Mon, 16 Apr 2007 20:23:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152445Robert Striano, Greensboro, North CarolinaThe Giants have been my NFC team for most of my life and I have followed the players as long as that too, And I can say there has not been a more classy, smart, and all around good guy in the 31 years I've been watching the giant's then Tiki Barber, And it great for me because my morning news of choice is the today show.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152488Mon, 16 Apr 2007 20:41:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152488Janel Alexander-O'Connor, Tarzana, CATiki, I look forward to watching you on the "TODAY" show. I believe that you have an innate ability to disseminate information on a variety of topics. Your years in the NFL has allowed you to experience the world and to see what really matters. I hope that you and Ronde continue writing children books, because they are an inspiration for me as well as my son. You've got the whole package, intelligence and good-looks. Your mom is a remarkable lady! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152542Mon, 16 Apr 2007 20:59:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152542Sylvester Rowe Indianapolis, INToday I read your column and watched the online video with great pride. Being a former high school and college athlete, nad now enjoying the greatest job of all, parenting, it is with great pride that I can direct my 3 children to this article. In today's society far too many professional athletes are being billed as role models to our children and unfortunately fall short. Today's story about Tiki Barber is the story that I have been waiting to share with my children.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#152559Mon, 16 Apr 2007 21:03:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:152559Gene Wheeler, Ashburn, VATiki I know you are prepared so no need to wish you luck. I look forward to watching you build another successful career.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/15/150184.aspx#228286Sun, 17 Jun 2007 23:32:41 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:228286Tracie Gettysburg Pa Hi There Tiki. <br> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; I Just wanted to Wish you Lot's of Fun Helping out on The Today Show. Tiki You Might Have to Travel alot. But it's Great Too See you out of The NFL Jersy Short. Again Welcome to The Network of The NBC.