Josh Beekman Back In the Mix

by Adam T on May 16, 2008 8:17 AM CDT

I know one question that has been bandied about here for some time concerns 2nd year lineman Josh Beekman of Boston College. He was not used last year, partly do to injury. Many wondered where he fit into this year's roster.

During a Q&A with Lovie Smith that very question was asked in relation to who would replace Ruben Brown:

Terrence Metcalf has started a few games since he’s been around here, and we like his potential. Josh Beekman hasn’t had a chance to play, but he’s done some good things too. We know that John St. Clair has started for us inside, but right now John St. Clair is a tackle. I would say it would be between Terrence Metcalf and Josh Beekman at this time. As far as your second question, there aren’t any plans to re-sign Ruben right now.

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I figured

Beekman would be filling that spot, there was alot of potential out of him coming from BC.

by DaNate23 on May 16, 2008 9:31 AM CDT reply actions

In a Q&A with Larry Miller

Larry: The Bears have a few guards on their roster, most notably Josh Beekman, who didn’t see much of the field last year and are not often mentioned as a replacement for Ruben Brown. Do you see any of them as potential starters/backups for the upcoming season?
John: Of the young offensive linemen on the Bears roster, I think that Josh Beekman has the best chance to compete for the starting left guard position. Coaches clearly did not feel that Beekman was ready to step in and play as a rookie, but a full offseason with the team should help him improve. I know that he’s very dedicated. Although the offseason program doesn’t begin until April 7, I’ve seen him working out at Halas Hall on a regular basis the last several weeks.

However, during a different session(I wasnt able to find); Larry Miller expressed concern regarding Beekman’s light weight/strength to man the guard spot. This leads me to believe Metcalf will win the spot. I dont know why he was replaced by St. Clair in the starting lineup last year; I thought he played as well as anyone.

by gillrowdy on May 16, 2008 10:11 AM CDT reply actions

2 new starters on the left side

seems unrealistic imo. If you figure Chris Williams to start at left tackle, then I’m sure they’ll put someone at left guard with some experience. If Williams doesn’t get the LT spot, then maybe Beekman could get the LG spot next to Tait or other LT.

by Mike Mueller on May 16, 2008 2:22 PM CDT reply actions

If somehow this line plays

well this year Jerry Angelo is going to look like a genius for not signing a FA. If not, I’m going to be very upset. I really think he should of signed someone, even if it wasn’t one of the high priced guys.

Kick it to me... I'm open!

by #23 on May 16, 2008 2:37 PM CDT reply actions