Georgia Football: What to expect from Robert Beal

Continuing my look at the new 2017 Georgia Football signing class, this week I take an in-depth look at Robert Beal. rn[relatedstory url="https://dawnofthedawg.com/2017/05/09/georgia-football-expect-tray-bishop/" teaser="What to expect from Tray Bishop" /]rn The Facts: rn[embed]https://youtu.be/Yy-S7mWFK3I[/embed]rnrn Robert Beal was a Defensive End in high school, but Georgia Football fans can expect to see him standing up as a Outside Linebacker. Coming into Georgia at 6'4 and 240lbs, Beal has the size to make contributions to the team immediately. He may not get onto the field much at the position he will play long term, but don't be shocked to see him on special teams. Beal has been selected All-State once in Georgia, and that was in 2015. He transferred over to I MG Academy before last season, and played for them down in Florida.rnrnIn his one season at he recorded 1 interception that he returned 21 yards for a touchdown. He accumulated 7 total tackles, with a total of 18 combined tackles. He also recorded 4 quarterback hurries. All of this was throughout 5 total games, because mid-way through he transferred to Peachtree Ridge high school.rnrn rn The Upside: rn[caption id="attachment_51915" align="aligncenter" width="590"] Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs black team running back Brian Herrien (35) runs against red team nose tackle John Atkins (97) during the first half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]rnrnBeal has the perfect size to come in at Georgia and take the place of Davin Bellamy. He might be able to pack on more weight at this point compared to Bellamy, who as a senior is listed at 240. Watching his film, Beal shows good explosion on his first step. He also keeps a low profile, making it hard for offensive line to land a solid punch. Beal has a good pass rush move of dipping and ripping past the offensive tackles. He is able to keep his balance despite bending low to the ground around offensive linemen.rnrnBeal went against many top Offensive Tackles throughout the recruitment camps. He beats a lot of them with speed rushes, and that is were he really excels. He should provide good pass rush throughout his collegiate career.rnrn rn The Concern: rn[caption id="attachment_52240" align="aligncenter" width="590"] Nov 26, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Qua Searcy (1) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Lorenzo Carter (7) and linebacker Roquan Smith (3) during the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]rnrnBeal currently isn't that great at bull rushing bigger offensive tackles. And that should be expected considering SEC offensive tackles aren't at every high school. That is one area of concern about his game, but that should change as he gets in the collegiate strength program. Right now he is more like D'Andre Walker at this moment, he can play on pass-rushing downs. But he shouldn't be on the field during non-passing downs.rnrnHe is going to gain some weight at Georgia. The only concern is how much can he add without affecting his athletic ability. Granted this will be more on the coaches to determine how they want him to play. And how big they want him to get weight wise. Beal has the chance to be a player that might end up putting his hand in the ground for UGA.rnrn rn Expectations at Georgia: rn[caption id="attachment_52237" align="aligncenter" width="590"] Sep 3, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Ryan Switzer (3) runs the ball against Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Davin Bellamy (17) during the first quarter of the 2016 Chick-Fil-A Kickoff game at Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]rnrnI expect Beal to grow into the role that Bellamy currently plays for the Bulldogs. He is around the same size and athletic ability. He isn't afraid of taking on blocks, and punishes the ball carrier with every hit.rnrnIf he adds weight, and plays with his hand in the dirt, he could end up with a career closer to Jordan Jenkins. If he can keep his athletic ability and play with his hand in the dirt, he would tear up the SEC much like Jenkins.rnrnHowever, Georgia fans can expect to see plenty of Robert Beal during his time at Georgia. I would not be shocked to see him start as a sophomore, and push for a All-SEC bid by his junior year.

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Georgia Football: What to expect from Robert Beal

Continuing my look at the new 2017 Georgia Football signing class, this week I take an in-depth look at Robert Beal.

The Facts:

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