Ford never liked playing Solo in the original trilogy so I just can't see him doing a good job of it.
I am pretty sure a fat check will make him happy enough to play the role.
First of all, JJ Abrams doesn't know shit about Star Trek.
I wouldn't say he knows nothing... he may surprise you... also, i am not sure who else should direct the new film, he may be the best pick.
1)Trying to explain the force.
2)Shoehorning a romance in the unlikeliest of places.
3)Comedy relief character(s) that only pissed us off.
1)They didn't too bad... but yes they could explain more like they do in their video games.
2) I am not into romantic scenes in movies, so I don't really have anything positive about it.
3)Hopefully they don't bring back Jar Jar Binks as an important character...
Harrison Ford actually wanted the role of Han Solo but was refused by George Lucas.
He would be a good pick when you think about it... only if he played a retired version of him...
I kind of wished Star Wars VII was about the Old Republic... but oh well, lets hope for this best for this one...