rovolution
03-23-2008, 03:06 PM
Seems like a nice guy, but well see what he does on the football field.
http://www.myfoxcolorado.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=6109989&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.2.1
When Javon Walker told the Denver media “I don’t see it happening with Javon here,“ the day after the Broncos' season-ending win against the Vikings, Mike Shanahan did his absolute best not to let the door hit his former Pro Bowl wide receiver on his jaywalking behind.
Walker was unceremoniously released Feb. 29, after the organization felt his oft-injured knee slowed his performance more than it did his mouth.
Replacing Walker now, is former Carolina Panther Keary Colbert.
Coming out of the league as a 2nd round pick from USC, Colbert illuminated the League with his raw potential his rookie season-catching 47 passes for 754 yards, and five touchdowns.
But in the three seasons since, Colbert has amassed a total of 2 touchdowns, while finishing last season on injured reserve.
So to demonstrate that he’s definitely on the comeback, and why his acquisition will be called a success, Colbert had his first Denver media television interview with Fox 31 sports—traveling from his hometown of Oxnard, California to do the interview with us via satellite from Los Angeles.
Here is the script from my video interview with Keary:
Josina: With everything that you have endured in the League so far, why do you think the Broncos chose you to replace Javon Walker?
Keary: I'm not really sure as far as that goes. I am just hoping that I can fill a void that they felt was needed. I feel like I can contribute to the team. I feel that I can be surrounded around a lot of great players, and I'm really excited about the opportunity that's in front of me.
Josina: When you heard of Walker’s exit, and the controversial circumstances surrounding his departure [the day after last season ended, Walker very candidly let the Denver media know in a long diatribe outside his locker that he was no longer happy playing for the Broncos], did you ever think you of all free agents would be the one replacing him?
Keary: Oh yeah, definitely. Being a fan of the game you kind of watch what goes on around the League, and I knew of the situation in Denver. Denver was one of the teams that I thought I might go to, when I was in the draft in '04; so it was one of those situations where I kind of just let it fall into place. It [Denver] happened to be the first place I visited, and I didn't really want to leave without becoming a Bronco. It kind of worked out that way. I was really glad about that.
Josina: Reports say that the Broncos loved you coming out of college, and that impression remains imprinted on Mike Shanahan’s mind. Have you had the feeling that they have been tracking you ever since?
Keary: Yeah. He [Shanahan] kind of made it a point to let me know that they liked what I did in college and in my college career. So, that was good to hear and good to know. It didn't work out…in the draft [with the Broncos], and I am really appreciative of Carolina and what I experienced there in the last 4 years. Everything happens for a reason, and I am happy for this opportunity. Like I said earlier, I can't wait to get started.
Josina: What other teams were you considering signing with?
Keary: I was looking at Oakland, the Jets. Those are probably really the main ones. Those are the ones that I guess you can say I was setting up trips to go and visit. Denver was the first place I visited. When I left Denver I didn't really have to get into it [visiting lots of teams] too much. Other guys around the league had to go to a couple places and wait a little longer. I was fortunate enough and blessed enough to only have to make one trip and find a home and I am ready to get started.
Josina: Well it certainly helps your job search when you had your first 100+ receiving game against the Broncos against Denver October 10, of 2004.
Keary: Yeah that’s kind of ironic [that] I had my first 100 yard game against Denver. But I don't know, they have had a formula and a system over the years that have proven success and have had certain types of guys that played [well] in the system. Rod Smith and guys like that, I was fortunate to meet Rod. Really I have always respected his game, and I am really happy to be able to learn from a guy like him because he is still going to be around. I am thinking maybe that could have been maybe a half way comparison to find a guy that is like a Rod Smith. Those are big shoes to fill, but you know, I'm ready. I'm up for the challenge, and I'm happy to do that.
Josina: Did the Broncos tell you the highest level of competition is for the No.2 spot only, and are you content with that?
Keary: I am content with that, to just have the opportunity to play and make plays and help the team win, make it to the playoffs, and ultimately make it to the Super Bowl. With Brandon Marshall and Brandon Stokley, those are two proven guys that have been in the League. I have been fortunate in my career to be in Carolina, and to play throughout my four year career. I am just ready to work, to work with these guys, and to work with the offense as a unit. You know, I am ready to work had and see where that lands me. Really, I'll leave that up to the coaches. Obviously everyone wants to play and things like that. I think it will be a good mix with the group of guys that we have.
Josina: But tell me, deep down in your heart, do you feel like you can compete with Brandon Marshall to actually be the No.1 wide receiver for the Broncos?
Keary: Honestly, I'm really not into the No.1, No. 2 guy. He [Marshall] is the man in Denver. I respect his game. He’s young and a up-and-coming great player, and great talent. I have been fortunate enough in Carolina that I have been able to play with a lot of great players. I played along side the League leader my first two years. My first year, I started along side with Muhsin Muhammad-who lead the League in all the categories. My second year, I played along side Steve Smith-who lead the League in all the categories. So you know, being with a Brandon Marshall, I feel like I am accustomed to being along side these big time guys. So I am really up for it again, and hopefully I can be with the League leader again and continue the streak.
Josina: Well, as you mention Steve Smith, some of the criticism of your performance after your rookie season is that you still couldn’t fulfill your potential even after he was attracting most of the coverage. Your critics say that you are slow, that you run bad routes, and that you have a knack for dropping the ball. Why do you think things down-spiraled for you in the last three seasons?
Keary: I guess the key thing to know is that I am a hard worker, and that I am going to work hard to help my team win…. The last couple of years in Carolina might not have gone the way that I would have liked them to go, [but] I think it all happens for a reason. I did have a good rookie year, and I did learn a lot through the [last] four years so, I am ready to go. I am going to work my butt off and get ready to make plays, and to win games. I think that is the key…You never know what to expect each year. All you can do is work hard, and hope for the best; so that is what I am ready to do.
Josina: Did you know that Jeffri Chadiha of ESPN.com wrote that your scouting files belong in the Arena Football League. When you hear something like that, does it motivate you?
Keary: Not really. That was the first time I heard that….Second of all, people are going to have their opinions, and they have the right to their opinion. So I mean, its cool. I know what most people say about critics or people that criticize people, and I really don't like to get into stuff like that honestly. I just go out and play…I’m trying to maximize my talent. I feel that I am blessed enough with the God-given ability to play the game; and really that’s my source right there, not necessarily what other people say about me that probably haven't played the game.
Josina: When people hear the names Brandon Marshall, Keary Colbert, and Brandon Stokley, how threatening should they feel that Bronco receiving corps will be?
Keary: I think it’s going to be dangerous. With Stokley, Marshall, myself. and Jay Cutler and [Tony] Scheffler at tight end. [We have] a lot of weapons on offense. At the running back position, [we] got a lot of guys there [too], so I am real excited…Even the guys on defense [there is] a big cast of characters on that side of the [ball] that are just great play-makers. So…I'm real excited to get out there and start on Monday, and get to meet some of [my] new teammates.
Josina: How is you right knee?
Keary: It’s good. It’s coming along. I'm starting to run again and getting back into the flow of things. There really wasn't a big rush period on it because I was able to get it done towards the end of the season before the season actually ended. It kind of gave me a couple of weeks. I am a couple weeks a head of schedule you could say. I am really excited about that.
Josina: In this "conduct conscious" League right now, what can you tell us at the outset about your character? I heard that you use to stay after practice at USC and catch extra passes when guys had already left the field.
Keary: I have always patterned myself to work hard, and I have been fortunate enough to play around a lot of great players-especially in college with the Carson Palmer’s, and Troy Polamalu’s. Seeing guys work really hard after practices, doing extra things, I kind of just kept that up throughout since I have been in the league…It’s really just something to stay sharp. You never really get enough practice, enough repetition in practice so…it’s just one thing I have always did. I always try to keep my nose clean, and just work hard, have fun ,and play football.
Josina: So lastly, what do you want Bronco fans to know about you as you prepare to start your offseason Denver workouts Monday, March 24?
Keary: I try to be all around, and do a lot of the little things: blocking; running routes; opening up for other guys; being real consistent, and being real competitive. I think that’s the one real thing that I'll bring. That’s the thing a lot of guys in the League will bring. You have to bring it everyday. You know you have to bring your hard-hat to work everyday, and kind of just put your foot forward and just go forward. I’m real excited to get accustomed to Denver and the fans out there, have some fun, and win some games.
http://www.myfoxcolorado.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=6109989&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.2.1
When Javon Walker told the Denver media “I don’t see it happening with Javon here,“ the day after the Broncos' season-ending win against the Vikings, Mike Shanahan did his absolute best not to let the door hit his former Pro Bowl wide receiver on his jaywalking behind.
Walker was unceremoniously released Feb. 29, after the organization felt his oft-injured knee slowed his performance more than it did his mouth.
Replacing Walker now, is former Carolina Panther Keary Colbert.
Coming out of the league as a 2nd round pick from USC, Colbert illuminated the League with his raw potential his rookie season-catching 47 passes for 754 yards, and five touchdowns.
But in the three seasons since, Colbert has amassed a total of 2 touchdowns, while finishing last season on injured reserve.
So to demonstrate that he’s definitely on the comeback, and why his acquisition will be called a success, Colbert had his first Denver media television interview with Fox 31 sports—traveling from his hometown of Oxnard, California to do the interview with us via satellite from Los Angeles.
Here is the script from my video interview with Keary:
Josina: With everything that you have endured in the League so far, why do you think the Broncos chose you to replace Javon Walker?
Keary: I'm not really sure as far as that goes. I am just hoping that I can fill a void that they felt was needed. I feel like I can contribute to the team. I feel that I can be surrounded around a lot of great players, and I'm really excited about the opportunity that's in front of me.
Josina: When you heard of Walker’s exit, and the controversial circumstances surrounding his departure [the day after last season ended, Walker very candidly let the Denver media know in a long diatribe outside his locker that he was no longer happy playing for the Broncos], did you ever think you of all free agents would be the one replacing him?
Keary: Oh yeah, definitely. Being a fan of the game you kind of watch what goes on around the League, and I knew of the situation in Denver. Denver was one of the teams that I thought I might go to, when I was in the draft in '04; so it was one of those situations where I kind of just let it fall into place. It [Denver] happened to be the first place I visited, and I didn't really want to leave without becoming a Bronco. It kind of worked out that way. I was really glad about that.
Josina: Reports say that the Broncos loved you coming out of college, and that impression remains imprinted on Mike Shanahan’s mind. Have you had the feeling that they have been tracking you ever since?
Keary: Yeah. He [Shanahan] kind of made it a point to let me know that they liked what I did in college and in my college career. So, that was good to hear and good to know. It didn't work out…in the draft [with the Broncos], and I am really appreciative of Carolina and what I experienced there in the last 4 years. Everything happens for a reason, and I am happy for this opportunity. Like I said earlier, I can't wait to get started.
Josina: What other teams were you considering signing with?
Keary: I was looking at Oakland, the Jets. Those are probably really the main ones. Those are the ones that I guess you can say I was setting up trips to go and visit. Denver was the first place I visited. When I left Denver I didn't really have to get into it [visiting lots of teams] too much. Other guys around the league had to go to a couple places and wait a little longer. I was fortunate enough and blessed enough to only have to make one trip and find a home and I am ready to get started.
Josina: Well it certainly helps your job search when you had your first 100+ receiving game against the Broncos against Denver October 10, of 2004.
Keary: Yeah that’s kind of ironic [that] I had my first 100 yard game against Denver. But I don't know, they have had a formula and a system over the years that have proven success and have had certain types of guys that played [well] in the system. Rod Smith and guys like that, I was fortunate to meet Rod. Really I have always respected his game, and I am really happy to be able to learn from a guy like him because he is still going to be around. I am thinking maybe that could have been maybe a half way comparison to find a guy that is like a Rod Smith. Those are big shoes to fill, but you know, I'm ready. I'm up for the challenge, and I'm happy to do that.
Josina: Did the Broncos tell you the highest level of competition is for the No.2 spot only, and are you content with that?
Keary: I am content with that, to just have the opportunity to play and make plays and help the team win, make it to the playoffs, and ultimately make it to the Super Bowl. With Brandon Marshall and Brandon Stokley, those are two proven guys that have been in the League. I have been fortunate in my career to be in Carolina, and to play throughout my four year career. I am just ready to work, to work with these guys, and to work with the offense as a unit. You know, I am ready to work had and see where that lands me. Really, I'll leave that up to the coaches. Obviously everyone wants to play and things like that. I think it will be a good mix with the group of guys that we have.
Josina: But tell me, deep down in your heart, do you feel like you can compete with Brandon Marshall to actually be the No.1 wide receiver for the Broncos?
Keary: Honestly, I'm really not into the No.1, No. 2 guy. He [Marshall] is the man in Denver. I respect his game. He’s young and a up-and-coming great player, and great talent. I have been fortunate enough in Carolina that I have been able to play with a lot of great players. I played along side the League leader my first two years. My first year, I started along side with Muhsin Muhammad-who lead the League in all the categories. My second year, I played along side Steve Smith-who lead the League in all the categories. So you know, being with a Brandon Marshall, I feel like I am accustomed to being along side these big time guys. So I am really up for it again, and hopefully I can be with the League leader again and continue the streak.
Josina: Well, as you mention Steve Smith, some of the criticism of your performance after your rookie season is that you still couldn’t fulfill your potential even after he was attracting most of the coverage. Your critics say that you are slow, that you run bad routes, and that you have a knack for dropping the ball. Why do you think things down-spiraled for you in the last three seasons?
Keary: I guess the key thing to know is that I am a hard worker, and that I am going to work hard to help my team win…. The last couple of years in Carolina might not have gone the way that I would have liked them to go, [but] I think it all happens for a reason. I did have a good rookie year, and I did learn a lot through the [last] four years so, I am ready to go. I am going to work my butt off and get ready to make plays, and to win games. I think that is the key…You never know what to expect each year. All you can do is work hard, and hope for the best; so that is what I am ready to do.
Josina: Did you know that Jeffri Chadiha of ESPN.com wrote that your scouting files belong in the Arena Football League. When you hear something like that, does it motivate you?
Keary: Not really. That was the first time I heard that….Second of all, people are going to have their opinions, and they have the right to their opinion. So I mean, its cool. I know what most people say about critics or people that criticize people, and I really don't like to get into stuff like that honestly. I just go out and play…I’m trying to maximize my talent. I feel that I am blessed enough with the God-given ability to play the game; and really that’s my source right there, not necessarily what other people say about me that probably haven't played the game.
Josina: When people hear the names Brandon Marshall, Keary Colbert, and Brandon Stokley, how threatening should they feel that Bronco receiving corps will be?
Keary: I think it’s going to be dangerous. With Stokley, Marshall, myself. and Jay Cutler and [Tony] Scheffler at tight end. [We have] a lot of weapons on offense. At the running back position, [we] got a lot of guys there [too], so I am real excited…Even the guys on defense [there is] a big cast of characters on that side of the [ball] that are just great play-makers. So…I'm real excited to get out there and start on Monday, and get to meet some of [my] new teammates.
Josina: How is you right knee?
Keary: It’s good. It’s coming along. I'm starting to run again and getting back into the flow of things. There really wasn't a big rush period on it because I was able to get it done towards the end of the season before the season actually ended. It kind of gave me a couple of weeks. I am a couple weeks a head of schedule you could say. I am really excited about that.
Josina: In this "conduct conscious" League right now, what can you tell us at the outset about your character? I heard that you use to stay after practice at USC and catch extra passes when guys had already left the field.
Keary: I have always patterned myself to work hard, and I have been fortunate enough to play around a lot of great players-especially in college with the Carson Palmer’s, and Troy Polamalu’s. Seeing guys work really hard after practices, doing extra things, I kind of just kept that up throughout since I have been in the league…It’s really just something to stay sharp. You never really get enough practice, enough repetition in practice so…it’s just one thing I have always did. I always try to keep my nose clean, and just work hard, have fun ,and play football.
Josina: So lastly, what do you want Bronco fans to know about you as you prepare to start your offseason Denver workouts Monday, March 24?
Keary: I try to be all around, and do a lot of the little things: blocking; running routes; opening up for other guys; being real consistent, and being real competitive. I think that’s the one real thing that I'll bring. That’s the thing a lot of guys in the League will bring. You have to bring it everyday. You know you have to bring your hard-hat to work everyday, and kind of just put your foot forward and just go forward. I’m real excited to get accustomed to Denver and the fans out there, have some fun, and win some games.