Originally Posted by
cookie G
Oh, I don't think its that odd.
I'd feel the same way if TJ Graham ran down a DT in a game. (Well, Beebe was a hell of a lot faster than Graham).
And you're absolutely right, it takes more than just great speed to be a WR.
But speed and height are about the only 2 things that can't be improved.
Strength, agility, hands, route running, ball skills, knowledge of the game, all can be improved with effort.
Damn, that era had a Bills HOF WR who MADE himself a HOF WR. Andre Reed's work ethic is legendary.
He wasn't born strong, he made himself strong in the gym.
He wasn't born with good hands, he developed good hands
Hell, the guy didn't start to play WR until he was in college.
So when I hear these lame excuses for Don Beebe, I just kinda grin and say.."uh huh."
I see it as he was born under a lucky star...twice
Through nothing but dumb luck, he was blessed with world class speed
AND
he was drafted by a SB contender.
What he made out of that is totally up to him.
I know, I'm treading on hero worship, because in one play, he's become the epitome of "effort". I've always realized that.
I just don't see it. Never have.
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oooo...is this the part where I come back with something like, "So's your mother!"?