Pa_Falcon_Fan Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 http://bloggingdirty.com/2015/08/28/atlanta-falcons-vic-beasley-adrian-clayborn/When Adrian Clayborn signed with the Atlanta Falcons, it was pretty much going to become a last ditch effort to save his career as he had been subject to underwhelming performances year after year. But the marriage between him and the Falcons seems perfectly orchestrated as he now has the chance to become the mentor to another player in the same situation as what he was in when drafted by Tampa Bay. As you know, Vic Beasley was taken with the eighth overall pick by the Falcons, but what many don’t understand is potentially a teaching opportunity for Clayborn, who is almost the exact image of what Beasley was coming out of college: fast, quick first step, strong and with potential to become perennial All-Pro. Beasley, most would say, is undersized and could easily be tossed to and fro by offensive linemen, but the young stud is teeming with talent that, once it is refined, may become a household name. Clayborn has to see the talent oozing from the rookie from Clemson, and more than likely is ready to see this kid cultivate his God given and become something special in this league. Something that he himself failed to attain early on in his NFL career. I haven’t spoken with Clayborn, but I can see the change in his game from when he was with Tampa. He is seeing this as a chance for another player to capture what he failed to accomplish during his professional career so far. And once you begin to teach, you become better at what you do. Therefore, this is not merely about Beasley or even Clayborn, but when the Falcons drafted and signed these players respectfully, they placed them in front of a door and said “go, capture it”. For Beasley, the expectation is a long career of playmaking, and for Clayborn, it is a sign of redemption. The outcomes may be different, but these players need each other as a reminder of their potential together. And as they knock on this proverbial door, soon enough it will open for them both. We have seen a glimpse of it in preseason as Dan Quinn has teamed them up on the same side of the line, but this is far more than just the preseason. Those glimpses that we’re seeing are flashing signs of what’s to come as these players, in my mind, have been orchestrated perfectly together and are about to yield the rewards Atlanta could only hope for. Clayborn is having the opportunity to teach certain techniques of the game, and thus is refining everything of himself and becoming the player that we expected when he was taken in the first round by the Buccaneers. For Beasley, this is a chance to learn from a veteran who has walked the path before. This learning process will set him up for the long career the Falcons dreamed about. Looking back at this draft, there was plenty of buzz about Beasley. But Falcons fans are about to receive two versions of the same player as Clayborn becomes the star he was destined to be coming out of Iowa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuggle'2 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I don't really agree with the title. I mean they're absolutely helping each other, but I think Clayborn has put in the work and put into the perfect situation (Quinns Scheme) to become his own man and what he everyone thought he could be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
direwolf Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Man, wouldn't that be nice?I hope Clayborn can stay healthy. Would love for him to have a nice, productive career in Atlanta to get the taste of those first few seasons out of his mouth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAD597 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 It will be crazy if we have players perform above their talents due to our coaches and system as opposed to obvious talents failing here and being washed up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoYouSeeWhatHappensLarry Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 The best defenses work better as a unit because of the way the individual pieces work together. If we could get that ball rolling on this team, I'd be stoked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theyhateme : ) Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 IDK...I was thinking of the two as a tandem when they are on the same side...but since Beastly lines up everywhere...He makes the whole line better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayOzOne Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 If he's becoming a star, he's becoming a star WITH Beasley, not because of him. In all of Abe's seasons with us, even he didn't make another person stand out. Give due respect when it's earned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoungHeezy Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I wouldn't necessarily agree with that. Adrian has always been able to play, it's just that when he's injured he's really injured. If he stays healthy I fully expect him to perform. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monolith2001 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 No doubt those two will be a force and Beasley will help spring Clayborn and vice versa but AC was a pretty good player who played on a bad team and was always injured. If anything is going to stop us from having a respectable season, it will likely be the injury demon. I am praying for good health as much as sacks and pressures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtybird56 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 If he's becoming a star, he's becoming a star WITH BeasleyThis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzyburrell Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 We would do well to sign him to a team friendly contract. There is a decent chance he ends up in elite territory by year end! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summerhill Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 As you know, Vic Beasley was taken with the eighth overall pick by the Falcons, but what many don’t understand is potentially a teaching opportunity for Clayborn, who is almost the exact image of what Beasley was coming out of college: fast, quick first step, strong and with potential to become perennial All-Pro.This isn't even close to being true. Clayborn is much bigger and not nearly as fast as Beasley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truth B Told (TRU) Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I wouldn't necessarily agree with that. Adrian has always been able to play, it's just that when he's injured he's really injured. If he stays healthy I fully expect him to perform.Exactly. Clayborn has been putting in work this offseason. Him, his fellow Iowa Hawkeye, Jonathan Babineaux, and Beasley should form a good trio. https://mobile.twitter.com/chucksmithnfl/status/636291233120419844/video/1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdz4i Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 clayborn has always been talented, it is just his health that has been the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-dawg Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I bet if Clayborn read this article he would bust a gut laughing so hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pa_Falcon_Fan Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 I thought the article was interesting so I posted it. I think AC and Beasley will feed off each other and make each other better. Do I think that means AC will be a star? No, but I think he will have a career revival here as long as he can stay healthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MD-FalconFan13 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 The title should read "Adrian Clayborn becoming star because of Dan Quinn"Quinn hand picked him....It's Quinn's scheme that puts him in position....Quinn is motivating him to succeed...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun Tzu 7 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I was sooooo happy when I saw he was working with Chuck Smith AFTER we signed him and I'll be darned if he doesn't look good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcndave Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I think the names in the title are probably reversed. However, either way it works if fine with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thomas11bravo Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I honestly think it'll be Babs , Jackson , Solai and Hageman that'll benefit from both Beasley and Claiborn , Just my observation already on it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACK4ttACK Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 vic beasley 40:4.53 secondsadrian clayborn 40: 4.78 seconds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconstwopercentsized Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I don't really agree with the title. I mean they're absolutely helping each other, but I think Clayborn has put in the work and put into the perfect situation (Quinns Scheme) to become his own man and what he everyone thought he could be. I rolled my eyes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayOzOne Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I'm eager to see how the Fins' guards hold up when we replace Clayborn with Hageman tomorrow night. Replacing a wrecking ball with a battering ram is going to be exciting to watch this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dem Birds Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Clayborn has always been a good football player when on the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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