Dicky's World
11 June 2009
Hello friends. As Bob Dylan once said, "Times, they are a changing," but apparently not at the airport, where I have been delayed for the second time in two days on my Atlanta Falcon's trip. Other than that, everything went really well.
Atlanta Falcons Workout
I arrived in Atlanta Wednesday night and my workouts were not until 2:30 on Thursday. In that time I managed to drink 15 bottles of water and use the restroom so many times I lost count.
I met with the Atlanta Falcons' scouts, weight coaches and trainer, and then began my workout: I checked in at 5'11" and 190 lbs. I ran one 40-yard dash and was clocked at a 4.56. My best time ever was a 4.43, so I was pleased with my time considering it's only seven months post-surgery.
I was put through a few warm-up drills, and then ran 10 different routes, twice. I felt very fluent in my cuts, and my knee felt as strong as ever.
At the end of the workout I thanked the Falcons, who were very supportive and complimentary, for the opportunity. They said they liked what they saw and would let me know if there was a spot for me on their roster. They said it could be next week, during training camp, during the season, or not at all, so I have to keep working. Next stop Buffalo!
Q & A
Maritajan says, "Dicky, you need a twitter." -- I just got twitter because of the great advice from Shawn Smith, my PR lady with XAM Sports. How do I like it? So far I'm not impressed. If only I had more followers. Hint, hint, hint.
I also know that wasn't a question, but I felt it deserved a response. Plus, I read the comments, and I don't think anyone asked me one.
On a personal note: Father's Day is coming up and I have no idea what to get my old man. He loves golf, horse racing and aggravating me. So, if anyone has any ideas of what to get him, that would be great. And yes, pancake puffs are still awesome.
Dicky Lyons, Jr.
To follow Dicky on Twitter go here.
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Good Morning Ken
I was wondering if you got the storm. I haven’t been commenting on the football stories as not much of a fan. We never had football when I was in school. Only football was Paducah Tilghman, every one’s worse enemy. Only football in first region besides Tilghman was Mayfield,Murray and Caldwell County. I went to 2 games,couldn’t keep up with the ball and never went back. Well good night!
Happy Days are here again The sky is all ways BLUE again Happy days are here again !
I'll ask some questions, Dicky.
The number 12 is my favorite for many reasons, but what was your reasoning for choosing to wear it at UK? (Part 2) I don’t think the NFL allows WRs to use 12, so if you get picked up by a team what would be your number of choice?
I understand you may not be able to answer this, but if you had you could pick the team you would like to play for in the NFL, who would it be and why?
Thanks for taking your time to write these blogs. Its really neat to get your perspective and hear from you.
Haha, you're last question is pretty funny, Wildcats7.
If I was Dicky, I would make sure that if I did answer that question, my answer wouldn’t be: “Anyone but the Atlanta Falcons or the Buffalo Bills. I hate those guys.”
And now for my favorite Dicky Lyons moment in my favorite UK football game of all time:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8wpLrIoECU
Decleated
by BBallSophist on Jun 12, 2009 11:07 AM EDT up reply actions
I have no idea ...
… what Dicky Lyons’ Twitter name is, and it’s follow Friday. Anyone else know?
A Sea of Blue -- Kentucky Sports for the Discerning Fan
r u sure that's Dicky's twitter name?
I can’t find him….
by StillCatwoman on Jun 12, 2009 9:25 AM EDT up reply actions
Dicky's Twitter
Hello, this should connect you to Dicky’s Twitter: http://twitter.com/Lyonheart12
Buffalo ...
… Isn’t that where Steve Johnson is currently playing?
A Sea of Blue -- Kentucky Sports for the Discerning Fan
Yeah, I was going to ask that as a question
As in: With SJ on that team, are you talking to him to get any advice as to what the coaches are looking for in Buffalo? Do you think that gives you any sort of advantage?
The King is dead! Long live the King!
Fathers Day
Dicky,
For Father’s Day take your dad out to play gold and let him aggravate you.
Bills
as a Dolphins fan, i would hate to see you go to the Bills (as i hate seeing Steve there), but any opportunity to play pro is great. good luck.
maybe you should have Keenan make some calls to get you a workout with the Rams or Little with the Titans. anything to keep you from the Bills.
i've been waiting for this moment all my life...but it's not quite right.
I have few quesions...
How long did your workout last, and are they all typically the same?
Who runs the workouts (scouts, coaches, both)?
Is it just you by yourself at the workout or are their others (players trying to get a spot)?
Last question… Who is involved in helping you get on an NFL roster? I noticed you have a PR person, I’m curious about these peripheral people and what their roles in the process might be. What does XAM sports do, specifically what do they do for you?
I usually just get my Dad Home Depot cards so I’m no help here.
That was more than a few questions, thanks for keeping us updated though.
Question
Dicky, I get the feeling that the NFL trend is towards smaller quicker WR again lately, do you think this is the case and if so how much do you think this helps you?
And while I get the feeling you’ll make a roster somewhere, there is never a guarantee with these types of things. If it doesn’t work out, what are your plans – would you consider Arena Football or the Canadian Football League for a year before taking another crack at an NFL roster?
Best of Luck!
waiting on a new banner being raised into the rafters of Rupp..........
For Father's Day
Hey Dicky – best of luck with the NFL workouts. I would love to see you playing on Sundays.
A bottle of Woodford and a round of golf would set me up for Father’s Day.
Father's Day Present
I’ve seem them made from a bull’s but see if you can find a horse penis putter. That should take care of golf, horse and aggravation pretty well.
Good luck DL
Glad your workout with the Falcons went well and I wish you continued success with your other workouts. Go get ’em!
NFL Team
Talk toTamme he should give you a good perspective of what to do in Indy. I really wish the Colts would pick you up Dickey. You got good speed and good instincts. Good Luck with everything and remember once a wildcat always a wildcat.
"i'm gonna make you an offer you can't refuse."- Marlon Brando
by Matt on Sports on Jun 13, 2009 12:32 PM EDT reply actions













