Northern Illinois responded early in the 2nd quarter with a 2-yard TD run from Justin Anderson, and a pair of field goals knotted the halftime score at 10-10.

O'Quinn responded early on that "I really hope this works out because Michael would be in his prime in this.

The Knights quickly responded early in the second period, as sophomore Jeff Grabowski hit captain Anthony Tsigourakos with a beautiful lead pass.

Twenty New Zealand police officers responded to the British Government's advertisement early in 2008, and Sergeant Mike Cleeton was appointed, taking up his appointment in the early summer of 2008.

The Bulldogs then responded early in the second quarter with their only points on an 11-yard Bobby Voitier touchdown pass to William Bernhard.

The Rangers had a chance to respond early in the third period when the Panthers took three consecutive minor penalties, two of which overlapped by 1 minute 45 seconds.

Testaverde's Heisman Trophy became a reward for his ability to respond to difficult times early in his college career.

"The primary function is to be able to respond early."

The Broncos responded early in the second quarter, with Manning tossing a 1-yard touchdown pass to tight end Joel Dreessen.

Despite Pippen's play, the Knicks had no excuse for not responding with more strength early.