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Richard Dickson & the Detroit Lions Were Meant to Be Together

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What's goin' on Lions fans!  My name is Albert Elias, and I'm Richard Dickson's agent.  I hope you don't mind me coming to hang with you guys, but I do a lot of blogging and would like to spend some time over here whenever Richard Dickson or the Detroit Lions is on my mind.  

If you wanna come say "Hi," feel free to holler at me on my Facebook page (Facebook.com/AlbertEliasMGMT) or Twitter (Twitter.com/AlbertEliasMGMT)

Thanks again for having me!

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Sometimes going undrafted is a good thing

...I'm sure that may sound crazy to some, but it's true.

When NFL teams have a lot of picks laying around, they'll oftentimes just draft a guy to fill a spot in their training camp, which typically results in the player never making the team. 

I did not want this to happen to my client, Richard Dickson.

Star-divide

Richard Dickson was the all-time leading receiver / tight-end in LSU history, yet he still wasn't picked-up in the NFL Draft.  Scouts would tell me they thought he was too small, or whatever (of course, in Richard's case, that's a very naive opinion to have, when you take into account his incredible talents).  Even though I have absolutely no clue as to why there wasn't more hype around him, we still prepared ourselves for him to not be chosen, and I'm satisfied -- yes, satisfied -- that he wasn't.

While the draft was going on, Richard didn't have any control over his ultimate fate - he was going to have to go play with whichever team selected him.  But, as soon as the draft was complete, Richard suddenly had much more control over how his NFL career was going to start out, because he was going to be able to field multiple offers from teams who wanted to bring him on (and there were many). 

Out of all the offers Richard received from NFL teams, the Detroit Lions ultimately came at him with the collection of opportunities that excited him the most:
  • Jim Schwartz (the Lions head coach) is a disciplined, hard-working guy, just like Richard is.  In fact, Coach Schwartz better watch out, because Richard just might out-work him!  Seriously! Richard is a machine!  And because these two talents have so much in common, I'm sure Richard will fit in perfectly with the team's ambitious approach to the game.
  • The Lions have a need: They have two big tight ends on their roster, but they want to use Richard not only at tight end, but also at full back.  This situation will give Richard an opportunity to carve out his own niche with the team.
  • The Lions' quarterback, Matthew Stafford, played against Richard in the SEC and knows how good he is.  That confidence Matthew has in Richard just might make him want to throw the ball his way more often.
  • It's reasons like the ones above that make me feel confident that Richard is going to earn an opportunity to play and do some great things for the Lions.

    So yeah... Through experience, I've learned that a client's career is not over just because they went undrafted.  Percentage wise, it's remarkable how many Elias Sports Management clients went undrafted, yet still ended-up enjoying successful careers in the NFL.  And Richard Dickson's budding NFL career provides further proof that being left out of the draft doesn't mean that you're going to be left out in the cold.

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Welcome to the site!

And thanks for the insight… all very interesting.

Now you just need to get Richard on here to start posting lol.

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by Sean Yuille on May 14, 2010 1:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Thanks, guys!

This is too cool! I had no idea you guys would chime-in with so many comments! I’ll try to get you some answers to your questions by the end of next week ;-)

Thanks again for having me!

by AlbertEliasMGMT on May 15, 2010 11:33 AM EDT up reply actions  

If you could give us a break down

What skills does He have that will translate to the NFL in what looks like a spread it out and around offense? Example, hands, route running, and blocking, etc.

I have a 9" personality

by Waitingfortheroar on May 14, 2010 1:57 PM EDT reply actions  

hey albert

can richard hook me up with a jamarcus russell autograph they both went to LSU

by hasselhoff on May 14, 2010 2:03 PM EDT reply actions  

damnit Hoff!

LMAO

I have a 9" personality

by Waitingfortheroar on May 14, 2010 2:03 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

the hoff

does it again

Louis Delmas is gonna lay the MAC down on your candyass
Follett and Suh IN YO FACE!!!

by The Profiler on May 14, 2010 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

Good one .. It will be a scarce commodity soon .. so his autograph will be priceless just like Ryan Leaf’s … Lolll

by Libran on May 15, 2010 1:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Welcome to the Sight!!

Man invented language to satisfy his deep need to complain. Lily Tomlin

by Leapin Lion on May 14, 2010 2:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Welcome to the site, too!

Two thirds of the Earth is covered by water. The rest is covered by Eric Berry.
Honorary Driver of the Kyle Wilson Bus.....where's the exit ramp from Jersey?
The 313 Missile Squadron: Delmas, (Aaron) Berry, Houston, and a black hole......seek and destroy!

by GRLion on May 15, 2010 3:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

Not Quite what I thought this post was gonna be about...

I figured this had to be a Penis joke for sure, " Richard Dickson"…

Not sure how I feel about agents peddling their clients here, But I gotta give it to ya, you are a true innovator my friend. And if Sean is down with you, you’re OK in my book.

and as Sean said, get the kid on here. I saw Al Woods post on CSC, do you rep any current Lions?

by j16941 on May 14, 2010 2:36 PM EDT reply actions  

True

I was turned off for an instant too … but figured he is upfront about it at least :) … I am sure he is not embellishing his client’s abilities :))

by Libran on May 15, 2010 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Just to clarify, I don’t mean to say he isn’t good .. Just that agents have to do what they have to do ..

by Libran on May 15, 2010 1:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

HB or fullback

are we getting looks for him at HB or FB? Felton is the other guy. maybe there is a spot for a 2nd string FB/HB—especially if he can contribute to SP.

by x$pcents IV on May 14, 2010 2:49 PM EDT reply actions  

When the Lions released their " official " full rookie...

… orientation roster in late April, I thought this cat would stick. I’m still convinced he will make it. T.E., F.B., special teams or practice squad, be versatile, dude. Seems like your attitude will go a long way. I hope it’s infectious and wish you guys the best. Welcome !

" I must be crazy to be in a loony bin like this. " " What are you doin' here? You oughta be out in a convertible bird-doggin' chicks and bangin' beaver. " " Medication time. Medication time. " ( One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - 1975 )

by Keevatron on May 14, 2010 3:16 PM EDT reply actions  

I have to admit...

I was looking for the “I’m Richard Dickson and I approved this add” at the end of this article…. lol

Lions fan down in LA (lower Alabama)

by FusterMT on May 14, 2010 3:20 PM EDT reply actions  

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Lions fan down in LA (lower Alabama)

by FusterMT on May 14, 2010 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol

this seems to be the spam of all spam

In life, a man is either the hammer or the anvil. Ndamukong Suh is both

by JazzyBBP on May 14, 2010 4:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

If this guy thinks we have any pull

Then he is right on!

If you compare Det32’s speech patterns to Mayhew they are an exact match.

by ATL Lion on May 14, 2010 3:34 PM EDT reply actions   1 recs

A longshot but best of luck!

Thanks for the intro, although I think most of us have already done a scouting report on Richard.

We need hard working talented guys that are smart and play with a chip on their shoulder. Maybe he can be our Don Beebe on special teams, and then build a role for himself in the offense.

Anyway, welcome and good luck to both of you.

Kong of the Jungle----Best of the Beasts!!

by footstock on May 14, 2010 4:43 PM EDT reply actions  

I know, right

All-time leading tight end at LSU? I have three files on the guy already, I know that!

Seriously, I would love a FB with great hands who has a chip on his shoulder.

by ATL Lion on May 14, 2010 7:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah

call me crazy but I have never been sold on Felton

by ATL Lion on May 16, 2010 8:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

Broken Facemask Count

Until someone can resurrect that broken facemask count like Schlesinger back in the day, I say we keep looking for tougher fullbacks, even if we have to send search crews through the cornfields of Nebraska.

Never underestimate the power of the Schwartz! - The Great Yogurt

by cheyennejack on May 17, 2010 6:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

+1000

some big husky cornfed kid that may have never even played before. he just plowed through barn walls his whole life

by Rigormortis on May 18, 2010 11:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

Cory Rocked the Dome

If i was busy or out of the room and Cory came in the game my son, from around 6 years old, would yell at me to get in there and watch. We wanted one of those facemask plaques bad. Maybe we can still get a bumber from his demo-derby cars.

1 slice, 1 beer, 5 more reps.

by lionsfan64 on May 18, 2010 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Kleinsasser

Maybe he could work his way into fulfilling that old Jim K role he had with the Vikings. I always felt Jim was a pivotal cog in that offense for a certain set of situations with his TE and FB skills. If Richard can develop into that sort of a player, then we might just have something special, especially on goal line, 3rd and short or 3rd and long with draw blocking or flat catching and blocking. Of course, ST will be the key.

Never underestimate the power of the Schwartz! - The Great Yogurt

by cheyennejack on May 15, 2010 5:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Welcome to P.O.D.

As it has been mentioned, TE is a position the Lions might be set at unless Richard an come in and really be impressive. I could see him making it as a FB and special teams player if he wcontinues to work hard and shows he can play the position.
Good luck to him. He seems like the type of guy you want to see make it in the NFL.

by Lead Hunter on May 14, 2010 4:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Welcome to the PoD. I am rooting for yah Richard.

Detroit is a great team. You will not find a better front office in the league and that is where it all starts, from the top down. We are up and coming and I hope you find ways to contribute and stick around and be a part of that.

by Evilsmurf on May 14, 2010 5:25 PM EDT reply actions  

welcome to detroit richard

you can buy a big house here very cheap. hope your dreams will be fulfilled here.

by hasselhoff on May 14, 2010 5:49 PM EDT reply actions  

At least He posted on the right site

This site is full of people with intelligent opinions instead of trash like others I seen. I too would love to have players post here from time to time just so they can interact with true fans. This site has in a short time become my fav. A credit to Sean and all the members.

by LionfaninPA on May 14, 2010 5:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Completely agree

I can appreciate an agent doing well by his client and reaching out to social media. This site is becoming more and more valuable everyday.

The beer's on me!

by Srizzle on May 14, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Agreed

I often read agent Jack Bechta’s column over on the National Football Post. It’s great to get an agent’s perspective and the benefits of his unique experience and role. Bechta also talks about late-round picks and UDFA’s, who are the bulk of most agent’s client lists. Bechta tells about what he thinks is the most exciting (and hectic) 2 hours in sports…..the 2 hours AFTER the conclusion of the draft……which most fans are unaware of or ignore.

During these 2 hours, the agents place and field tons of calls, negotiating deals and finding jobs and good fits for the bulk of their clients. Some UDFA’s are hot commodities, and the emphasis is on fielding offers, leveraging a good deal and finding a good fit. Other UDFA’s are less appreciated, and the agent has to work hard to find a good home for them……fit is still a huge factor, as well as selling that fit to potential employers.

It’s a fascinating process, which also includes managing expectations of young players, who sometimes have their hopes crushed by going undrafted or unsigned. It’s easy to forget sometimes that these are people too, not just players.

Two thirds of the Earth is covered by water. The rest is covered by Eric Berry.
Honorary Driver of the Kyle Wilson Bus.....where's the exit ramp from Jersey?
The 313 Missile Squadron: Delmas, (Aaron) Berry, Houston, and a black hole......seek and destroy!

by GRLion on May 15, 2010 3:54 AM EDT up reply actions  

I, too...

…like Bechta’s column. Good stuff.

by AlbertEliasMGMT on May 15, 2010 12:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Welcome to the POD

I’m sure Richard will enjoy being tutored by the 2nd best Lions head coach in the modern era. Detroit will love rooting for a multi-talented blue collar player . Good Luck Richard welcome to Detroit.

by Wayne Fontes on May 14, 2010 6:20 PM EDT reply actions  

So this may be dumb...

But I’ve wondered this for a long time now – are you actually Wayne Fontes? I haven’t seen anything about this the entire time I’ve been around this site and I always wonder when I see your posts.

JF
"To me, that’s what we need – explosive, hard-hitting guys that want to be like Delmas. Have fun. Have fun practicing, have fun playing and be volatile. Give this city something to cheer about." - Lions DC Gunther Cunningham

by Lions Rant Artist on May 17, 2010 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

I asked him this before, he said no, but he is definately calm, well spoken, and well schooled in football. Either way hes cool IMO

And Wayne was the last good coach we had before the current crew. I liked Mooch too but he was not the right type of coach for a young inexperienced team.

by Evilsmurf on May 17, 2010 7:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

NO I am not its my yahoo alias from coaching a Lions FF team a few years back

I guess you can pronounce my name Fon-Tez like his brother did when he was an asst coach that way people won’t think we’re related. I thought Fontes was a character and I enjoyed his banter and I was his biggest fan. A michigan state player that never lost a game to michigan during his time there I like that about him too.

by Wayne Fontes on May 18, 2010 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Welcome to the site

Not sure why this isn’t just a fanpost. Good idea generating buzz about his client but I’ll wait to see what he’s got on the field.

My name is Suh! How do you do?! Now You GONNA DIE!

by rmatheny on May 14, 2010 7:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Welcome to the Pride!

I’m rootin’ for Richard, he does have some tough competition but if he works as hard as you say he can, then it’s not out of the realms of possibility.

"Zack Follett: he will hurt your mind." - Pride Leader, Sean Yuille, wielder of the Ban Hammer.
2010 Wests Tigers : Current record - 4-2 : Current Position - 7th : Last game - Defeated by Canterbury Bulldogs 24 - 4

by Hyperion Ecta on May 14, 2010 7:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Size and TE

Just want to point out that Jay Novecek of the Super Bowl dynasty Dallas Cowboys was about the same size. If his attitude is so gung ho and he has half the skill set he’s advertising then Schwartz better give him an opportunity.

by Mtrbach on May 14, 2010 8:29 PM EDT reply actions  

I wouldn't be so bold as to say the coach better give him a chance.

Its kind of like an ultimatum and no one likes those. Plus, just by being here he is getting his chance in practice every day to prove himself. If he gets cut its only his own fault.

by Evilsmurf on May 14, 2010 8:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Interesting, your doing a good job selling you client.

Well lets see he will only have to beat out Petti, Schef, Heller and Gronkowski at the TE position and Felton, Clapp, and Nordin for FB. I’m not rooting against the kid i hope he does make the team, but don’t see it being very easy at TE he has a better chance at FB. Good Luck to ya Dickson…

by SmittyJ on May 14, 2010 9:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Good luck!

We definitely can use a little more at FB.

by coolbreeze42 on May 14, 2010 10:06 PM EDT reply actions  

It sure does smell nicer in here with new blood on the POD.

Not saying all of us regulars could use a shower or anything but our usual Lions are going to win the Superbowl talk is getting a little stale.

How many lumps you want Doc?

by davis0169 on May 14, 2010 11:08 PM EDT reply actions  

When you take that shower, don't forget the shampoo!

I hear Staff has a few extra bottles……in a semitrailer. It seems to work well for him in his videos. Staff’s getting some hair action.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYkWa3OvWao&feature=related

Two thirds of the Earth is covered by water. The rest is covered by Eric Berry.
Honorary Driver of the Kyle Wilson Bus.....where's the exit ramp from Jersey?
The 313 Missile Squadron: Delmas, (Aaron) Berry, Houston, and a black hole......seek and destroy!

by GRLion on May 15, 2010 4:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

Welcome to POD.

Do you have any clients that can play safety or cornerback? That’s our biggest need.

by Barry the Great on May 15, 2010 12:46 AM EDT reply actions  

ha!

I was going to ask if Richard had ever thought about playing in the secondary since that’s where he may stand the best chance getting a spot.
With the Lions moving to 2 and maybe even 3 TE sets there sure is need for talent. I hope your boy has it!

They say some people never go crazy.... what a boring life that must be!!

by Ee Oulo on May 15, 2010 1:54 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yea he could definitly have a chance as the #3 TE.

He has a chance of knocking off Will Heller. Heller is alright, but if a better TE comes along, like Dickson, that would be sweet. then we would be 3 strong TE’s deep on the roster and if something happens like last year, with injuries, he could come in and start.

I hope he comes in and plays great and works hard, that way even if someone goes down, we have a solid replacement.

by toled0lions on May 15, 2010 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

I dont think he will knock off Heller but I do the the lions might carry 4 TE's

Since Grew and Heller are both guys that can block they might want a guy that can backup Chef as a receiving TE. And this guy is a good blocker for his size, he can seal the edge and even take on the D linemen. Also think about this, What would a goal line set with 3 TE and 2 FB do? I dunno but I think it would be in interesting set to play out of on short yardage.

by Evilsmurf on May 15, 2010 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

we will carry 4 TE's

and the other one is Gronkowski right?

Kong of the Jungle----Best of the Beasts!!

by footstock on May 16, 2010 4:00 AM EDT up reply actions  

TE competition

That’s how I see it too. He’s either competing against Gronk for a receiving TE slot or against Felton for a/the FB spot. It seems like the later isn’t happening tho.

They say some people never go crazy.... what a boring life that must be!!

by Ee Oulo on May 16, 2010 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

I really don't think he can knock off Heller either.

Heller was actually pretty good last year. I’m just saying, with how good he was in college, if he is a quick learner and is a guy that can have an impact as a rookie, I don’t see why they wouldn’t let him push Heller for that #3 spot. At the very least I hope he can come in with a great attitude and work ethic, and create competition throughout the TE position. Especially those #3 & #4 guys, because the better those guys have to play, and the more we can get out of those guys, then the better the TE position will be as a whole.

by toled0lions on May 16, 2010 11:27 AM EDT up reply actions  

I think that the 4th spot is up for grabs, and maybe both starting and backup FB spots

Keep in mind though if they put Pettigrew on the PuP list he will not play till weak 6 and will only take a 65 man roster spot, not a 53 man roster spot. So if Grew goes PuP we have 2 TE’s spots open with Chef and Heller being tthe locks to make the team, that leaves room for both Gronkowski and Dickson to make the 53 man roster.

Also with both Matt Clapp here and H-Back type of TE’s like Dickson I would not be surprised to see us carry and extra FB this year and I also do not think Felton is guaranteed the number one spot at all, he will be in a dogfight (haha Vick reference!) for that spot.

by Evilsmurf on May 16, 2010 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah...

But I’m sorry, man - they’re sittin’ pretty with their own teams right now. Here are a couple of them… Facebook.com/NFL.Chris.Harris & Facebook.com/KevinPayneNFL

by AlbertEliasMGMT on May 15, 2010 11:32 AM EDT up reply actions  

welcome and thank you,

I didn’t know who Dickson was…all-time leading reciever at LSU…is that # of catches?, Yards?, YAC?, TDs?, or simply popularity?

by myPride on May 15, 2010 8:18 AM EDT reply actions  

Dickson's Stats at LSU

You can see his LSU production here., and his records/credentials here.

It looks like the fact that he had a few injuries and that he is primarily a receiving TE hurt his chances of being drafted. But hey, I welcome all able bodied players on our team, let’s see what he can do.

The beer's on me!

by Srizzle on May 15, 2010 1:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Saw MGMT and thought about the band

Then was slightly disappointed.

Still cool though.

My two favorite teams are the Tigers and Brewers. Drunk tigers. That sounds about right.
Me in 140 characters

by ReichardZ on May 20, 2010 4:26 PM EDT reply actions  

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