Former Brigham Young Cougar John Beck Gives Back

Former BYU quarterback John Beck has spent this week raising funds in Utah to help kids benefit from playing the game of football.

Beck and several former BYU football players participated in a fundraising dinner, golf tournament, and youth football camps, all in an effort to raise funds for Beck’s foundation, Friends for Football.

The foundation provides funding to give youth from underprivileged circumstances the opportunity to gain valuable lessons that are learned from participating in organized football leagues.

Former BYU athletes who volunteered their time and effort this week included Nate Meikle, Johnny Harline, Cameron Jensen, Brian Kehl of the New York Giants, David Nixon of the Oakland Raiders, Arizona Cardinals free agent Max Hall, Indianapolis Colts receiver Austin Collie, Dennis Pitta of the Baltimore Ravens, Fahu Tahi of the Minnesota Vikings, former Heisman Trophy winner Ty Detmer, and the newest member of the Chicago Bears, Harvey Unga.

Beck, who is competing to be the third quarterback on Baltimore Ravens roster, spoke with us about the events of this week, his battle to make the grade in Baltimore and his thoughts on the current BYU quarterback battle.