(He Started as an NFL Draft Bust, But Proved Himself In The End) What Happened to Ted Ginn Jr?
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Ted Ginn Jr was once called a draft bust. But now NFL fans have to show him respect.
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The US educational system during the 80s-90s was terrible. I am a Nigerian, when I started school, I had a hard time learning English and my teachers put me in special ED classes. One teacher called me dumb. Fast Forward 25 years later. I am Computer Engineer that design video games. Anyone who has kids make sure your kids know they are intelligent and encourage them often.
Teachers can be assholes. I was a student in the late 1990s through mid 2000s. I was lucky not to repeat grades but suffered through 1st grade through 5th grade
Yea, the 90s kinda really sucked. I have ASD and I was out in special Ed classes because they thought I was slow. Found out I'm stupid smart, I just had a terrible time with learning in classroom settings and dealing with a lot of people socially. I got into a lot of trouble acting out because at times I was being unfairly humiliated, and had enough of it. My mom ended up jumping on the school about stuff quite a bit. After the school ran IQ test they changed their attitude into more apathy so that sort of worked out somewhat but I still did not mean some of the issues were sorted out just the school was not adding onto it.
@N_JAMES but even if a kid is just dumb (and some people are just dumb) why be cruel about it. Youre a teacher youre supposed to find ways to help your students.
Obviously these problems are complex. Public school teachers are underpaid and as a result are typically not the highest calibre
Amen
You wouldn't by chance could tell me when es6 will drop?? Lol
Ginn Jr wasn't a bust. He just went to the wrong coaching staff is all. Imagine if he had played with Andy Reid early on and was used like Tyreek Hill.
Not a bust. If you play 14 yrs in the league you are worth it. The staffs that misused him or quit on him are busts
I agree with you 100%. A lot of times with these so called busts it's the coaches that are stubborn and won't put the players in a position to succeed at the players strength but the coaches insist on their system instead of having a game plan to use the players strength.
Agreed Ted Ginn jr was a goat
@@lionsfan7500 Agreed, I still blame Jeff Fischer for destroying Vince Young. I wonder who Young could've been if he had a coach who wasn't a complete hack
@@MAJ0ROCEL0T that's a great point Marc and I think he almost did the same to Jarrod Goff fortunately the Rams came to their senses and fired Fischer.
Life mimics art. Much respect. Also, to that teacher who said he’d be flippin burgers… who are you??????? NOBODY!!!!
Well she’s actually a teacher
@@colehall2005 I mean don't mean she right can try and give him a plan b but to say he can't do it is ridiculous
@@colehall2005 right pretty sure she got a master's degree but we all know she hates her job
@@coreyleath4662 doesn't matter if you spent o or 20 years in college, it really doesn't mean shit or earn you any more respect. you're still supposed to be a decent human
@@thatDUDEfromMAINE I agree
" only a 4.37 " thats probably the first and ONLY time I'll ever here that when talking about the 40 yard dash. 4.37 is highly impressive especially coming off a nasty ankle injury.
Was as impressive as julios 4.3 on a broken foot and calvins 4.3 at 245
I still remember Ted Ginn being the only guy to burn Revis for a td in his prime Revis Island days
Randy moss torched that boi too but dam u right I forgot about Ted ginn burning him way he did that was nice but can't think anyone else did that in prime yrs besides them two
@@dylanhanes7205 randy moss, thats being in some rarified air lol, if as a receiver your name is mentioned next to his.
Grew up in Cleveland. The Ginn’s are LEGENDS there & always show love
Same here , Ted Ginn Sr. make all the boys from the Ville go to the league and to the Saints lol 😂 like Marshon Lattimore , Cardale Jones , Justin Hardee , Troy Smith and more but he a St Clair legend
Shout out to the land
@@Lante216 S/o the Clair! 97th baby!
I grew up in Columbus and we feared and respected Grenville.
My brother plays for his aau team
Such an upstanding guy. His relationship with his dad just hit me hard.
Grew up in Ohio, and always a huge Buckeye fan. Loved Teddy Ginn Jr…and his dad is what all men should be!
The man stuck in the league for over a decade say what you want about where he was drafted but he's no bust. I wouldn't be surprised if he ends up coaching at some point. With a work ethic like he's had his whole life he won't be able to sit still.
he was a good receiver but not enough to back up him being a first rounder
Top 10 pick that never got 1,000 yards on the season nor did he ever make a pro bowl. That's a bust, Miami spent a top 10 pick on him and got nothing out of him.
@@johnnyslokes2712 how many other busts hung in the league for over a decade? The man took what he got and made a career out of it. Was he a superstar nope did he contribute to every team he played for? Why call the man a busy instead of criticizing Miami scouting department or any of the analysts that had him listed as a first round pick?
@@atex6175 He stuck in the league for over a decade because of his special teams play. But that's not why you draft a guy top 10. I place the blame on Ginn because he's the player and goes on the field and plays not the scouts or analysts, his actions on the field determine that.
But a career high of only 56 receptions in a season
And a career high 790 receiving yards for a season
Zero 1000 yard seasons
Zero pro bowls
He is clearly a bust, thats why he bounced around the league.
He is a bust im sorry but if you can't get a 1000 yard season as top ten draft pick then you are a bust
Panthers fan here. Thought he was extremely exciting, fun to watch, and highly under appreciated. The one year he had 10 scores on 40 catches- come on, that’s crazy.
Especially with the reputation of having brick hands. 10tds was a miracle.
But not a bigger miracle than his father surviving pancreatic cancer.
Couldn't catch a pass but him and cam was a great combo throw the ball deep Ted gin smoking his opponents
@@supadupa6891 that's facts.. it killed my mother in law in 2 months
25 percent reception td ratio is insane over a year, let me be 1 dimensional please
Great story but it's a reason he was a corner instead of a wide receiver in the beginning. He wasn't a good route runner nor did he have the best set of hands. Having said all that, his story especially as a child, is really touching and it's a great story of never giving up.
The depth of research you do, and the way you present these players lives and careers is truly amazing. Love your work and appreciate everything you put in them.
Imagine calling a 14 year vet a bust lmao mfs today wouldn't know success if it smacked em in the face. Ted Ginn Jr will be remembered based off speed alone
Speed is nothing if you can't get open or catch the ball. If I jam you on the line, your speed means nothing. If you drop the ball rather than catching, speed is useless. There have been hundreds of dudes faster than Ted, yet none of us know their names because speed just isn't enough.
@@SkunkApe407 John Ross be like
This is football not track lol keep watching the Olympics you clearly dont know sports.
@@tpvn8377 fr. Ross looked like a beast coming out of college. I had hoped it was just Cinci, but dude might be Bust City.
@@TheTillmanSneakerReview exactly. His best work was as a ST role player. Dude was a nightmare to cover on returns, but that was really it. And that's not knocking that job in any way either. I was PR for two seasons in High School, so I know the importance of a good return man.
I was lucky enough to go to many of Ted Ginns college games. Every time he touched the ball whether it be a catch a kick return or punt return the crowd went silent just for a moment. You knew you were watching something you had never seen before. Every time he touched the ball you knew he could go the distance. Thanks for the memories with this great video.
He was amazing! I loved watching him as Ohio State and Percy Harvin at U of Florida. And, of course using them in the NCAA Football video games, with max speed lol
He was the truth , one of my all time favorite Buckeyes
Cj2k Chris Johnson faster :D
@@rosamontoya9154 no one cares
Facts he averaged a touchdown on like every 10 catches
I'm a 49ers fan and I love Ginn. The work he put in as a returner and on special teams for us was exceptional. The work he put in at reciever was also nothing to scoff at, he was beyond solid. It's also worth mentioning, one of the only games he missed for us was the 2011 NFC championship game. That's the game Kyle Williams muffed 2 punts that essentially cost us the game. Goes to show how important the returner position really is and how much better your team can be with an elite returner.
Man I was heart broken that day.
We need a what happened to Chris Gamble. He played Db and wr for Ohio State
He also played a lot of special teams. Dude was literally everywhere.
@@RocknRollisDead1He was always in the right place at the right time 💪🔥
Would play 100+ plays in single games... in the big 10. Would definitely watch that vid
He learned how to catch.
Nah but for real though. Teams realized and let him do what he does best. Let it fly deep and return kicks.
Teams realized how to use him which type of passes are his strength. Anything he can run under in strides hang it up Katie bar the door 🤣
Like the rocket
Another obvious classic by Flemlo, haven’t even started and this for sure gonna be a banger
As a Buckeyes fan, I had always rooted for Ted, no matter what team he played for, during his career. Thanks for his story on your channel.
Him and Troy smith 🔥 Troy never got a fair shot
I’m born and raised in N.O. and we loved Ted here, but what I got out this beautiful story is that his Dad is still around after that 9% prognosis!!! It’s really remarkable that Ted said he saw his progress climb after he flew out to see him.
Ted Ginn Jr. Is a Saints legend, he will always be loved.
Yes sir...Who Dat!
He’s probably the player I’ve screamed the most at, whether for getting a huge 50+ yard TD or dropping the ball in a close game.
Ong I miss him even though we got Deonte Harris
He was a Buckeye legend first. Lol
Had his best year with the Panthers tho
I still remember Brady Quinn's face when Ted Ginn got drafted over him
Llf 😂
As a ND fan I'll never forget being in Tempe at the one sided track meet that was the 2006 Fiesta Bowl with Ted Ginn, Santonio Holmes, Troy Smith and Pittman running wild against ND.
@@cvandy2252 bro it was devastating. I’m a die hard ND fan. But things are looker brighter. The current 2022 recruiting class was 2nd last time I check. Hopefully the echos wake up!
@@kadalakPee Charlie Weis the head coach of Notre Dame at the time got the phone call that Brady Quinn was being drafted by the Dolphins. They send him a team draft kit, hats and stuff. So when his name wasn’t called he was wtf. 😂 I felt like my heart was broken as a kid.
I remember how trash Brady Quinn was lmao
FlemLo my brother you are the best in the business. Hands down.
Your way of helping us connect with, relate to, and even sympathize with what some of sports' most misunderstood performers is nothing short of a gift from God.
Keep up the great work fam!
Damn, MAD respect to this guy. He truly is a role model. This is a guy kids should look up to.
O yes off work and watching, " CUE THE WAYNE"🍿
Literally my reality rn fam😂
"Cue Dwayne" i think Lil Wayne's name is Dwayne
Yep Dwayne Micheal Carter
I LOVE TED GINN JR HE DOSENT DESERVE TO BE FORGOTTEN ABOUT 💯
Ted Ginn & Ted Ginn Jr has the perfect father & Son relationship. It’s natural and ordained by God. Reminds me of how God & Jesus Christ reflected each other for the good of humanity.
That ending with Mr. Ginn getting better when Jr. showed up got me hype affff let’s go
KTO and Flemlo drop a video on the same day? Oh yea I’m feeling this! 💯
Bra u funny af🤣🤣🤣yo avatar had me weak
Who is KTO?
Yoooo I'm weak asf at this man avatar and name 😂🤣
@@shiboy22 💯😂
I thought I was the only one that wanted to run like Ted Ginn when I was in High School lol . His form was so dope to me!
Facts. That stride bro lol had him on MySpace page. I played receiver
😂😂😂 Nahh I was on that wave too... I wasn't Ted but I was the fastest lineman tho lmfaoooo good enough
@@llc8508 me 2 😅😅
I love how positive flemloraps is even when talking about the bad stuff. These never get old!
Teachers who have miserable lives try to do the best to make sure you have one as well. Do your best and strive hard for the things you want in life. It doesn’t matter if your a businessman or garbage man you do it to the fullest and it’ll eventually pay off.💯
Brother, I’m a 56 yo white man who loves your non-racist, respectful way of bringing awesome content. You are going to be big someday! Love your stuff!!
I’m only a minute in but I’ll never forget him taking the opening kickoff in the Florida - OSU national championship game to the house and then his own teammates broke his leg 🤦🏼 he was a beast
Ps - thanks for finally making cue the Wayne shirts lol I’ve been petitioning for it for like a year now
I'll never forget that either. The breaking of TG's leg in the back of the endzone triggered a cascading avalanche of sh*t and resulted in one of the most embarrassing losses in OSU living memory (at the hands of Urban Meyer no less)
Changed the outcome of that game 100% & allowed the defense to go after Smith without the deap threat.
FlemLo Raps becoming so great that his videos can make you laugh, mad at how these players were handled, cry at some of their rough moments, happy during the triumph, and fulfilled when they come full circle. Great job 👍 my fellow SU alum!
As a lifelong Buckeye fan I can’t thank you enough for the video on a Legend in Ohio. You do a great job.
If you play 6 or more years and you have an impact on the Game during the post season you’re not a bust.
He was drafted as a franchise player. He ended up being a real good player who was extremely reliable later on. That bust based on the premise. But I consider it a huge by the team. Not the player
@@YardratZ yea I’m with ya when I think bust I think u couldn’t get a second contract no production or impact
@@certifiedchaos4643 ohhhh you mean bustttt bust. Lyke rookie contract bust lol ok I feel you on that
@@YardratZ Trent Richardson jamarcus Russell Johnny football Eric crouch type
If you can just play long enough to be able to get a pension while being financially set for the rest of your life, you're not a bust. A disappointment perhaps that you didn't play up to your draft status, but not a bust. That bust label can be a bit overrated/subjective...JMO.
The man has heart and fought through it all. Much respect
Don’t care what they said, I enjoyed him when he was playing for the 49ers best returner at that time with the 49ers
Definitely, if he doesn’t get hurt we don’t have Kyle Williams fumbling our Super Bowl hopes away ;(
I remember his days at OSU, I genuinely hated this man, every time Michigan played him and the kickoff began, I got butterflies because you knew at anytime he could take it back and that FG don’t mean shit now. Excellent stuff FlemLo
You can't be a bust by playing 14 years in the NFL
My fav football of all time. Literally the reason I played football in the first place. Changed my high school number to 7 and 19 bc of him. Ran track bc of him. He’s a legend in my book.
What a amazing video! Hearing about his dad's recovery put me in tears, that's a strong love for his son and family to get better. What a great family.
Ive always liked players like him. The big time college star that didn’t hit the same lofty heights expected of them at first but ended up carving a long career being a model professional. There’s a lot we can learn from those types of people.
Lance Moore would be a great vid, dude was really good but only known and somewhat forgotten in New Orleans, 2011-2012 were some of his best years
Lance Moore used to give saints games life with his wacky td dances
Ted Gin Jr. Was not a draft bust, he just had too much expectations placed on him because the dumpster fire Dolphins made him a 1st round WR, and That's not what he was.
Top 10 pick that never got 1,000 yards on the season nor did he ever make a pro bowl. That's a bust, Miami spent a top 10 pick on him and got nothing out of him.
@@johnnyslokes2712
I completely understand that, in the sense that he was a 1st round pick and didn't produce. However he wasn't a 1st round pick WR, the Dolphins were the only team that stupidly thought he was.
Everyone knew he was a #3 WR in the NFL at best, but he was a great return specialist, and that's what he was, a return specialist. No one spends a 1st round pick on a return specialist.
So as what he was, a return specialist, he was not a bust, the only thing that gives him that bust label is the fact that the Dophins were a dumpster fire of a team at that time and spent a 1st ed. Pick on him. They weren't known for making good use of their draft capital, and still aren't for the most part.
@@cmerelo Hindsight is 20/20 but I agree with what you said.
Ted really contributed to Miami on special teams. People forget specials teams are 3rd of the game and many games including the 2 SB Ted lost were mostly even other than better special teams from one side.
I’m just gonna say it…. I never expected to see Flem take a shower…. 😳😳😳
When I was kid, I was one of the people who was so upset the Dolphins passed on Brady Quinn. In hindsight, that’s why kids aren’t GMs lol
Also can you do a video on Dontari poe or Ndamukong suh, both of the most hard-core, nastiest, and probably terrifieing players on the field
Once again, great video! You provided a huge amount of backstory I never had a clue about. Thank you for giving these stars more credit than they've received.
I didn't even know about Ginn until he was brought to my team in Carolina, and only know him as being brilliant and a role model. Fantasic video and having not known his history, makes me adore and look up to him that much more.
Ted Ginn Jr. was the most under appreciated player of the 2011 49ers in my opinion!
In my opinion it's Terrell Owens, he was I think 2nd or 3rd on the depth chart and they mostly used him to block for runs.
@@Thunderalpacka223 I think you are thinking of the 1999 49ers
Until Kyle Williams lined up as Punt returner
@@415fillmore 😭😭😭😭😭
Flem my guy I literally been waiting for you to do this man since I started watching you 😭
I love your ability to tell an engaging story. I enjoy watching football, but there were long periods in my life where I didn't follow the league, so I almost always learn something new from your stories. Thank you!
One of my favorite underdog WRs in the league and on the Panthers. When I was 15, I never knew who he was till I saw him play lights out. Then 2 years later when I heard he came back, I was thrilled and knew we were going to make it all the way. Little did I know I was right but we fell short. But overall, I enjoyed watching this man ball out. I pray that his retirement is a great one and I pray that his dad will be okay and back to health to see his son finish out in retirement from football.
The level of work for these videos is insane. How does he gather all of these details?
Man I remember how much he got bashed for not having hands. I'm glad he figured out his niche
Love the content man the research you put in is next level and the way you can get these guys experiences across is impressive. Keep it up good sir
I love how much you put into these videos and the positive vibe you put out there. You remind each of us that everyone is in a journey and we ought to be better humans. Thank you for what you do. I am loving these stories.
Flemlo with that slick thirst trap in the beginning 😂😂 joking.. Dope ass video
As a dolphins fan for life, I was so mad when Miami picked him in the first round.
He wasn't a bust - if he was drafted in the 4th round like he should have been, he would have been remembered as a good player and great kickoff /punt returner.
People don't remember, but he wasn't really drafted as a wide out - his claim to fame was returning kicks.
Drafting a kick returner in the 1st round is worse than drafting a punter in the 1st round.
I 💯 agree with you!! I remember the day of the draft when Miami drafted him..my jaw dropped and the first words out of my mouth was ‘who is this guy??’ The coach was a (Major Fuc#%@) idiot and again I do agree you about Gin not being a bust but he really should have been drafted later in the round. I personally remembered his best kickoff/punt return was when Miami played against the Jets and returned two 100-yards for a touchdown! GoPhins#
That was on Cam Cameron ......not Ted Ginn. Cam Cameron had a plan for Ted Ginn but only coached 1 season......enter bill Parcells, and coach Tony Sparano that have a totally different offense plan.......thats why Ted Ginn struggled in miami. 2 offensive coordinators in 2 years and Chad henne as qb in year 3.....no need to say more. people love to point at Ted Ginn but can you name the QB in miami from 2007-2010? I can .....they were horrible
Everytime flemlo says "you know what I'm saying" I feel it 😆
You’ve been an awesome content creator for years now, some of the players you focus on have went through some of the things I’ve went through in life and it’s given me confidence to not give in to surroundings. Thanks for the videos my dude
All I know is that catch that Ginn made in the back in the end zone as a Panther against NO was one of the best ever and no one talks about it.
can we see a video about Todd Reesing or Matt Grothe, Quarterbacks at Kansas and USF during either 06 or 07 season. it’ll be great because they brought the teams to either #1 or #2
Were those teams had Desmond Briscoe at wr? That man was a beast in college for kansas
@@dylanhanes7205 yes he played for kansas, dude was a beast
also that same kansas team had Aqib Talib at corner
As a saints fan, nothing but positive vibes when Ted was on the team, loved having him catching deep passes from brees :)
FLEMLO amazing video keep doing you thing this is my second time watching and it got even better the second time around great content and the way you choose to deliver it!!! Well done
Flemlo you have a real gift my brotha big salute
Maybe I'm just getting old but I vividly remember watching Ted Ginn doing great things not that long ago....excited for the rest of the vid
No matter how you look at it, he accomplished things that most people have never come near, awesome success
Dude, you're such a good storyteller! Thanks for all the great videos!
Definitely did it the right when it comes to keeping your head down and not feeding into what the pressures of the fans and sports media are. Keep pushing and you can be the best YOU possible
Ted Ginn has 15,749 career all purple yards
Keep em coming Flem, love all of these videos and how detailed and informative they are.
I’m a Carolina fan and those days when Ted and Cam were going crazy were some of the best years of my life ty Shells for putting this video out it gave me retrospective into what he was dealing with during his career and how that made him into the man he is today much love always love your vids 🤟🏼💕
I always liked ginn’s stride and he helped me in fantasy football. I’m also dyslexic & can relate to his struggles. I’ma look up that school his dad helped fund
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🤣🤣🤣💀 hey! U have to let them know you are serious and a gamer. Flem has my support always.
I am buying that it now.
5he misses probably coerce him into doing it
Get well soon my man, hope you feel better. Stay safe and take care of those boys. Great video as always.
Thx for sharing that shot w ur mini at the end. I can appreciate and relate that while we're here w a brand, we have bigger (smaller) things that matter in this world. Shout out u n the Mini Raps
So glad you made this video, because Ted Ginn was such an electrifying player! I miss those Saturdays watching him and Percy Harvin play, among many other star players
Jeremy Maclin, Michael Crabtree, that era had some elite WRs. Didn't necessarily translate to success in NFL but they wrecked in college
EDIT-Just finished the whole vid. Flem, you killed it man. This is one of your best projects, top 5.
Lifelong Panthers fan here. TG2 is someone I have mad respect for. Love that dude, great vid as always pimp.
Thank you for your time and knowledge bro keep grinding
i’m happy you’re back to these types of videos
these are my favorite type of players who's stories I like to look at
From a guy who practiced both football and track under ted ginn sr track was way harder
Bro videos like this the real reason I love you channel… grown man over here with tears in my eyes ….
One beautiful story! The way you told this story touches the heart. You’re special kid!
First, great video, Ted ginn was awesome and one of my favorite players
Holy shit, I’ve been in and out of the hospital since December 2020 dealing with pancreatitis. This shit is painful as fuck, this video is eery as hell for me. It’s like a glimpse into the future if I don’t stop drinking…im 28.
Just like I tell my mom you should’ve been stopped
@@notacat7127 completely right
@@longfeet14 I hope you make it to tell youth in real life that drinking isn’t lit and isn’t worth it because I try my hardest and nobody listened
@@notacat7127 Thank you, today is yet another “last day” my man. I’d tell you I’m gonna take it serious as I ever have this time. But I’d rather show it.
@@longfeet14 document it
I love your channels. You rock with the thematic histories of these exceptional men and te issues in life that they had to work out for their own selves.
@FlemLo Raps As always 🔥🔥 content... thanks for all the work you put in to keep us entertained !!! "Cue the Wayne!"
I used to squad up with Ted on COD in like 07-09 ish. Multiple times a week. Dude was really cool. He was big on team communication. Big on talking up his team instead of down. I liked playing with Ted. Cool dude by me.
“He started as a dolphin player” should have been the title.. dolphins ruin careers
I take it you've never heard of Jarvis Landry? How about Zach Thomas? Dan Marino? How about Jason Taylor? Tell me you're a casual without saying you're a casual.
@@SkunkApe407 and i guess you ve never heard of wes welker, ryan tannehill, minkah fitzpatrick and jordan phillips..
@@Justaguy397 okay, how about Bob Greise, Don Shula, or Larry Csonka? They have just as many HoF players and coaches as any other team. Just as many busts too.
@@Justaguy397 and keep in mind that San Diego traded Peyton Manning. Some players just don't mesh with certain teams.
@@SkunkApe407 yea and our players dont seem to mesh a lot
Feel good for Ted, it’s so refreshing to hear a positive story every so often. Really good for him to have those last few years of his career work out the way they did 🖖🏻😬👍🏻
Bro. You are the G.O.A.T of these kinds of videos. I always come away from you videos with a new perspective of the person behind the player. 🐐🐐
Madden 16 legend ran him and tavon Austin almost all year on ultimate team. That speed was deadly
If they did that to my little kid I would be coming with lawyers and fists
At 00:50 Ted looks JUST like a young GURU from Gangstarr. Another fire vid brother, you spoil us with these. Better than any of those so-called sports shows on cable. Thx for the hard work.
To this was an awesome video about overcoming obstacles, perseverance, and the love from a father to his son. I loved every minute of this. 💪🏾💪🏾