E-Mail Time: John Beck

by Matty I on Nov 15, 2007 2:40 PM EST in 2012 Miami Dolphins News

I got an e-mail from "James F," who happens to be a BYU fan. He's seen John play much more than most of us have. So I wanted to share what he had to tell me about John. Here's what he had to say:

Expect coolness under pressure, a completed pass in the seam as he is going down backwards in a potential sack, A Scramble out of the pocket for that fourth and fifth look. A lot of action out in the flat, over the middle 12 yards out type of stuff, using the backs as receivers out of the back field and then when you least expect it, Bang....45 yards down the side line over the shoulder to Ginn Jr. for a comeback win against the Eagles. An in your face, you could have drafted me, sort of thing to Andy Reid, also a fellow Mormon. Bang, Bang, Bang, then Cam's investment pays off as the future arrives in Miami.

I expect he may be a little tight out of the gate, maybe a fumble, or a pic, (hopefully not) as he is getting his game legs. But Beck is Mr. Fourth Quarter, the blood starts to pump when the game is on the line. And he is as cool as they come under pressure...He did that so many times at BYU. You may have noticed with his smoothness, how easy he makes it look, although it is not.

He's certainly optimistic. And at 0-9, I'll take some optimism any way I can get it.

And speaking of optimism, Armando Salguero, in his latest blog entry, tells us that the meetin between Cam and Ricky Williams went well today:

The much-anticipated meeting between Cam Cameron and Ricky Williams apparently went off without a hitch this morning and the running back has been told he can begin practicing and will be used in games this season. As long as he passes his physical and other tests. The results to those are not back yet.

Williams will not practice today. The session began this afternoon and he was watching from the player lounge. He can begin practicing no later than Monday. He is able to play starting the Nov. 26 game at Pittsburgh and the Dolphins apparently have plans to use him as early as then.

That's also some good news. No better way to get his trade value a bit higher than by actually letting the man play. We'll talk more about Ricky next week, since he can't play until the Monday nighter in Pittsburgh.

**UPDATE**: In his press conference today, Cam Cameron has declared that Ricky Williams if officially a Miami Dolphin. He will be added to the 53 man roster, which I'd assume will be done following Sunday's game. Congrats to Ricky. Hopefully he has turned the corner in his "new" life! He's a good man and I wish him the best.

Also, Ricky spoke to the media today for a little over 5 minutes. To see this press conference, head over to miamidolphins.com.

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Beck

As another Jon who went to BYU and watched Beck play, I'm pretty excited; however, I'm also very guarded. John overthrew quite a few receivers. The positive note could be that NFL WRs are way faster so he'll be shooting right into the barrel.

by jtuffy10 on Nov 15, 2007 2:48 PM EST reply actions

Great news

Ricky is a no doubter. You have to play him for so many reasons. And if he performs, keep him next year too. Anybody know how much longer we have him signed?

I still feel as though Beck should be handled very carefully as far as playing time. I know we have played 9 games, but I still feel as though he should play half the game and Lemon the other half until he gets used to the speed of NFL defenders.

Highlights against TCU look great, but they certainly aren't anything close to an NFL D.

by MarkDuper85 on Nov 15, 2007 2:49 PM EST reply actions

I'm glad...

that Ricky seems to be getting a chance. Ricky is a good guy, works hard, and yes he's had an emotional/mental problem in the past - unlike most 'troubled' NFL guys who are simply violent and dangerous to others and themselves (hello Pacman!).

by Natalya on Nov 15, 2007 3:04 PM EST reply actions

As a fan, I still like Ricky

I know a lot of fans find that hard to swallow, but as you said Nat, he is a good guy in spite of his flakiness. I certainly like his attitude better than a T.O. or Randy Moss!

I am excited that he will be playing again this year. I don't necessarily expect big things from him, but he always brings that "potential" for a big play, and that makes him fun to watch.

Besides, I still have my Ricky jersey. They better not change his number from #34!
:)

As for Beck, PLEASE, PLEASE, do not expect him to beat the iggles!! My gosh, this is his FIRST real NFL game! Let's just hope he plays well, and if he somehow HAPPENS to win the game in the 4th, then of course, we will all be jumping up and down on the living room sofa.

by LeftCoastFinFan on Nov 15, 2007 3:17 PM EST up reply actions

We are going to be jumping..

because is the first win this season and everyone would love to see sportcenter monday morning. No more jokes on us. GO DOLPHINS!!

I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(20 years and counting)

by Aleta on Nov 15, 2007 3:42 PM EST reply actions

Absolutely!!!

There would be nothing funny about 1-9!

by LeftCoastFinFan on Nov 15, 2007 3:47 PM EST up reply actions

411...

Here's a little something more from ESPN, from Coach Cam and Trent on how Beck is prepared...

"He has earned the right to play," Cameron said. "It's not about next year. It's about doing everything we can to win this year."

Green, who has served as a mentor to Beck, agreed the rookie is ready.

"He has handled himself extremely well," Green said. "He's smart. He's committed. He has a good grasp of the offense for a young guy. You can tell he has put in his hours and done well in terms of preparation. I expect him to play well."

Here's my take on the first game for Beck. He's 15/30 passing, 260 yards, 2 TDs, 0 Interceptions and takes them down to make the game winning field goal. The defense will get 2 interceptions, 2 sacks and hold the Feagles to 17 pionts or under.
But I may be up in the night... YaaaHoooo!

by Alpha6 on Nov 15, 2007 3:56 PM EST reply actions

If it happens

anywhere near the way you say, Dolphin-Nation may just spontaneously break out into wild celebrations on the streets.

by Natalya on Nov 15, 2007 4:08 PM EST up reply actions

Ricky

If Ricky plays good in these last games, I wouldn't be against keeping him. We know we're keeping Ronnie and Booker but what about Chatman? I think we should showcase both Ricky and Chatman to see what we can get for either one. Whoever gets more, trade that guy and keep the other.

Matt

by Matt27 on Nov 15, 2007 5:05 PM EST reply actions

Not sure we have the option of trading..

Chatman, as I believe he is a FA at the end of the year. The more he runs, the more he'll get paid next year.

by Natalya on Nov 15, 2007 5:09 PM EST up reply actions

I wonder

They could just sign him to a one year deal and try to find some one who would be intrested.

by Patssuck456 on Nov 15, 2007 5:28 PM EST up reply actions

You're right. I totally forgot that.

Matt

by Matt27 on Nov 15, 2007 6:24 PM EST up reply actions

Dissenting Vote

I don't think I'd turn Chatman loose on the chance that Ricky will become a stable citizen. Ricky's already 30, while Chatman is 27. True, given all his time off, Ricky hasn't taken the pounding that a star RB his age normally would have, but the same is true of Chatman.

The risk level with Ricky is just way too high (especially in Miami) to keep him while you cut a younger player who has shown excellent skill in the playing time he's had. Chatman is a bit risky, too, given his past weight problems, but still less risky than Ricky. I mean, one more foul up from Ricky, and he's banned from the league forever. With Chatman, it's just fat; nobody ever got kicked out of the league for liking to eat too much.

Fat comes off. A lifetime league ban doesn't.

by urbino on Nov 15, 2007 10:13 PM EST up reply actions

Danm it!!

Nat!! you are correct, Chat is a FA at the end of the season, but it was a good idea though!!

I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(20 years and counting)

by Aleta on Nov 15, 2007 5:16 PM EST reply actions

whats the deal with....

ricky's rights? how long do we have his rights for ? anyone know?

by YatilGinnJr on Nov 15, 2007 5:42 PM EST reply actions

I think because of the suspension

We own him through 2009.

by LeftCoastFinFan on Nov 15, 2007 5:50 PM EST up reply actions

I really like Ricky

Whenever I hear him talk to the media I am impressed with him poise and his intelligent responses.

This press conference today was inspiring. I know the guy has had head problems, but I don't recall ever seeing a football player appear as unpretentious and sincere as Ricky does when fielding questions. Every time they asked him a tough question that I would expect him to dance around or get defensive about, he came up with an answer that you had to respect. I especially liked how he answered the question about whether he was playing only for financial reasons.

It is certainly almost impossible to ever count on him to not get himself suspended again, but he is certainly the kind of guy you want to root for to succeed.

Go Ricky! :)

by LeftCoastFinFan on Nov 15, 2007 6:00 PM EST reply actions

Let's Hope Not

[Expect] a completed pass in the seam as he is going down backwards in a potential sack

Let's hope John Boy puts that idea clean out of his head. How many times have we seen guys come out of college who had gotten away with that at the college level, then tried it in the pros against the MUCH faster defenses and had it turn instantly into 6 points going the other way.

Don't do it, John.

If you're going down, go down. Do not throw over the middle as you're going down backwards. Danger, Will Robinson!

by urbino on Nov 15, 2007 9:25 PM EST reply actions