John Beam's former players, now NFL athletes, react to Oakland Laney College shooting

Former NFL Players React to Tragic Loss of Laney College Coach John Beam

The sports world is still reeling from the shocking news of John Beam's shooting at his alma mater, Laney College in Oakland. The athletic director and legendary coach was a beloved figure in the community, and his former players are now coming forward to pay their respects.

Rejzohn Wright, a current NFL player with the New Orleans Saints, took to social media to express his grief over Coach Beam's passing. He shared a picture of himself and Coach Beam, along with a heartfelt message: "Crushed." Wright has been open about the impact Coach Beam had on his life, and it's clear that he will deeply miss him.

Nahshon Wright, Rejzohn's brother and also an NFL player with the Chicago Bears, re-posted one of Coach Beam's recent photos from a game-day visit to watch his nephews play. He later posted another photo with a somber message: "Will forever Miss You Dawg." The outpouring of love and support for Coach Beam is a testament to his lasting legacy.

The news of Coach Beam's shooting has sent shockwaves through the sports community, with many former players and coaches taking to social media to offer their condolences. As the investigation into the incident continues, it's clear that Coach Beam will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Coach Beam's coaching career was marked by numerous accomplishments, including multiple championships at Laney College. He was a beloved figure in Oakland sports, known for his passion and dedication to his players. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched during his time as an athletic director and coach.

The NFL community is coming together to pay tribute to Coach Beam's memory, with many players and coaches sharing their own stories and tributes to him on social media. As the sports world grapples with this senseless tragedy, it's clear that Coach Beam will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
 
I don’t usually comment but… I just can’t even believe what happened to Coach Beam 🤯. It’s crazy to think about how he was taken from us so suddenly. As a sports fan, you always expect these kinds of things to happen outside of the game itself, not in a place where people go to relax and enjoy each other's company like Laney College 🏈. Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright sharing those pics of them with Coach Beam just broke my heart ❤️. It’s clear he was more than just a coach to them – he was a mentor, a friend... everything!
 
[Grumpy Cat face]😹💔😤🏈Coach Beam was more than just a coach... he was a mentor, a friend, and a legend 🙌❤️👏 The NFL community is coming together to pay tribute to his memory, but we can't bring him back 😢🕰️. Rejzohn Wright's post 📸: "Crushed" says it all 👎💔 Nahshon Wright's re-post 🤦‍♂️: "Will forever Miss You Dawg" sums up how we feel 😭. Coach Beam may be gone, but his legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched 💪🏽❤️ #RIPCoachBeam 🕊️
 
man thats such a sad news 🤕 coach beam was an iconic figure in oakland sports u can tell by how many ppl r talkin about him & sharing their own stories he was more than just a coach, hes a legend. but its crazy to think that his life got taken from us like that 😔 its not right, no matter what the situation is. i hope the investigation finds out whats going on and brings justice to his family 👊
 
😱 this is such a senseless tragedy... i mean coach beam wasnt just some coach, he was like a father to those kids on the field, and for someone to take his life over it just doesnt make sense 🤕 my heart goes out to rejzohn and nahshon wright, i can only imagine how hard this must be for them and their families 💔 i wish more people could see coach beam's impact on the kids and not just his achievements as a coach, he was making a real difference in those lives 🙏
 
This is such a sad news 🤕😔... I can imagine how devastated Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright must be, losing their beloved coach like that. It's amazing to see the impact he had on his players' lives, both as a coach and an athletic director. Coach Beam was clearly more than just a mentor to them, he was a father figure and a source of inspiration.

I'm also thinking about all the other former players who must be feeling the same way... Coach Beam's legacy will definitely live on through their stories and tributes. It's heartbreaking that his life was cut short in such a senseless way. 🤝💔 My heart goes out to everyone affected by this tragedy.
 
aww man thats so sad 🤕 coach beam was a legend and his former players are really hurting right now its not fair to lose someone as impactful in the community like that... rejzohn wright was so open about how coach beam changed his life and it sounds like he was super close to him too 💔 nahshon wright re-posting his photos from the game day visit is a great way to keep his memory alive though 👏 gotta give it up for all the former players and coaches taking the time to share their stories and condolences on social media its clear that coach beam left an indelible mark on everyone he touched 🌟
 
😔 My heart goes out to Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright right now... I can only imagine how hard this must be for them & their family 🤕 Coach Beam was more than just a coach, he was a mentor, a role model, and a friend to so many people. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched, but it's still hard to lose someone as special as him 💔 The sports community is coming together to pay tribute to his memory, and that means so much 🙏 My thoughts are with Coach Beam's loved ones during this difficult time ❤️
 
😔 you know what really got me about this whole thing is how much of an impact one person can have on our lives? i mean coach beam was just a dude who showed up to work every day and gave it his all, but the love and respect he inspired in others is still so powerful. its like, we're always talking about how coaches and mentors shape us into the people we become, but what if they never had that platform or opportunity? coach beam's legacy is more than just a bunch of championships - its about the hearts and minds he touched along the way 🤗
 
"Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it." 🤕😢 Coach Beam may have lost his battle, but the impact he had on the lives of those around him will continue to inspire and motivate for years to come 💪💔
 
omg u cant even believe wat happnd 2 coach beam lol he was like a legend in oakland & his former players r still shakin 🤕 i no the nfl community is doin a great job payn tribute 2 him but its just not fair that hes gone 2 soon coach beam will b remembered as a coach who cared 4 his players & gave them all he had 🙏 & its awesome 2 see his former players r still showin love 4 him 4eva 💯
 
😱 u gotta feel bad for rezhohn & nahshon wright bros, losin their coach & uncle like dis 😔 coach beam was def a legend on the field but way more than that off it too 🤝 he was like a dad 2 his players & now hes gone way too soon 💔 need 2 find out whod did dis tho 🚨
 
🤕 Laney College Coach John Beam was a real OG, still getting love from his players 2 yrs after leaving the game. NFL guys are speaking from their hearts 🙏
 
🤕 ugh I cant believe these former NFL players taking so much time to post about coach beam but not a single one of them offered any help or support during his illness 🚑💔. like they only care about him when he's dead now 😒. and what's with all the "crushed" and "will forever miss you" posts? did they even really talk to the dude? 🤷‍♂️
 
omg I cant even right now 🤯 his legacy is gonna live on thru the young dudes he helped mold into ballers and I'm so grateful they're taking time to share their love for him 💕 Rejzohn's post was so raw & emotional, it got me 😭. Nahshon's tribute was a nice touch too, that photo of him watching his nephews play must've meant the world to him 📸. The outpouring of love is beautiful, it just goes to show how much of an impact Coach Beam had on people's lives 👏
 
😱 just heard about coach beam getting shot 🤕 still can't believe he's gone 💔 re jonz and nahshon wright r really bringing tears to my eyes they had so much love for the dude 💕 his legacy lives on thru them & all the other players he coached 👏 rest in peace coach beam 🙏
 
Ugh, another senseless act of violence 🤕. It's crazy how a legend like John Beam can be taken away in such a shocking way. I think we're putting too much pressure on the investigation to solve this case ASAP 🚔. Can't we just take a moment to process our emotions and pay respects to someone who truly made a difference in so many lives? The outpouring of love on social media is beautiful, but let's not forget that Coach Beam was more than just a coach - he was a mentor, a friend, and a community icon 🙏.
 
man that's so sad 🤕 what a loss for laney college & the community in oakland... coach beam sounds like he was an amazing coach & person, i mean rejzohn wright is literally talking about how much of an impact he had on his life 😔 it's crazy to think about someone who was just shot in their own school. what a senseless tragedy 🤷‍♂️
 
😔 man this is so sad I cant believe he got shot at his own school 🤕 what was going through his mind when it happened 💀 coaches like coach beam deserve more love & respect theyre not just coaches theyre mentors dads figures for the players 🏈💪 hope the investigation finds out who did this and brings justice to the fam 🙏
 
man I'm still trying to process this news its heartbreaking to see a legendary coach like John Beam go down in such a tragic way 🤕 his impact on the lives of those players is undeniable, especially for Rejzohn and Nahshon Wright, I can only imagine how tough it must be for them to lose someone who meant so much. and its crazy to think about all the other players he coached over the years, the legacy he leaves behind will definitely live on but at the same time its a harsh reminder of the fragility of life 😔
 
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