Theres a new book out called The 776 Stupidest Things Ever Said, by Ross and Kathryn Petras; Doubleday ($8.99).

Some highlights:

I want to gain 1,500 or 2,000 yards, whichever comes first.

– George Rogers, New Orleans Saints running back.

I believe we are on an irreversible trend toward more freedom and democracy. But that could change.

– Vice President Dan Quayle

I must have had ambrosia.

– Milwaukee Brewers Jim Gantner, explaining why he forgot to appear on a talk show.

Were finally going to wrassle to the ground this giant orgasm that is just out of control.

– Arizona Sen. Dennis DeConcini, on a balanced-budget amendment.

You got to be careful if you dont know where youre going, because you might not get there.

– Yogi Berra

Things are more like they are now than they have ever been.

– President Gerald Ford

Smoking kills. If youre killed, youve lost a very important part of your life.

– Brooke Shields

Youve got to take the bull by the teeth.

– Movie mogul Sam Goldwyn