Finally Here

by marroncito on Aug 7, 2008 6:35 PM CDT in News Comment 18 comments

Watching Smithiak work this offseason has left me hungry for the next 23 weeks of football. Specifically, Texans football. This Saturday, we're finally getting the hors d' orderrves of this football feast.

Sitting here, writing this, getting ready to watch the guy lost in Mario Williams 6'7" shadow hang out with his former QB and his own shadow problems, got me thinking about what I want to see during the Texans pre-season.

Zac Diles

I just haven't heard enough about this guy. I'm looking forward to seeing him at game speed. I'd like to see him do two things. I want him to blow up a RB behind the LOS, and I want him to deflect a pass. As a bonus, I'd like to see him in single coverage against a TE and win.

Special Teams

I want to see 1, if not 2, returns for TDs. I want to know that the Texans' special teams is as explosive as ever.

Running Backs

I want to see someone break off a run for at least 40 yds that ends in a TD. I want to see that the Texans offense is a scoring threat from any point on the field.

Wide Outs

Our receiving corps is a strength of the team now. I want to see a ridiculous catch like Andre Davis had last year. Something circus-worthy.

Safety

Demps and Brown seem to have solidified the position. I want to see them blow up at least 2 consecutive deep passes. I also want to see them sniff out play-action.

Frank Okam

I want to see him dominate. I want him to put the league on notice that he's the steal of the draft.

I'm sure there are at least a few more things worth keeping an eye out for during the pre-season. What's gonna catch your eye?

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What's gonna catch your eye?

QB
Schaub giving a little attitude and physical
LT
Brown, dominating big name ends
WR
Jacoby, owning the deep routes

by 1Texan on Aug 7, 2008 6:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

The Defense

I want teams to pick on the secondary and pay dearly.

GO TEXANS!!!!!!!!!

by Texanmaniac on Aug 7, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Mario says 'Remember Me?'

can’t wait to see our starting ‘D’ in action! I almost feel sorry for Cutler…almost.

- tyler

by bullpen116 on Aug 8, 2008 10:55 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Slaton

I want to see if Slaton’s ridiculous college exploits (when healthy) translate to the NFL. I want to see him make one cut and go, and go and go. I want to see him get hit at an odd angle, helmet to football, and not fumble.

by DieselDeac on Aug 7, 2008 7:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Right on

I’m looking forward to seeing how Steve handles himself in the backfield. I want to see him power through initial contact and fight for extra yards. We know what he can do in the open field, I want to know that he can run through an arm tackle.

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by SOLIS on Aug 8, 2008 9:39 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

CT

I want to see Chris Taylor drag the pile 7 yards, and then escape from it for a sprint down the sideline.

So you're saying that now I have to think of some witty Sig that will be applicable across all the SBN sites? Go Texan Horn Stros!

by Shake on Aug 8, 2008 8:04 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I'd like to see...

Chris Taylor manage five carries without getting hurt.

Yay, sports.

by MDC on Aug 8, 2008 8:21 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Warning: this is a duplicate post

I’d like to see (enter your favorite injury prone running back here) manage five carries without getting hurt.

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by SOLIS on Aug 8, 2008 9:40 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs

Free up Mario

I this is like my first ever post on this site… Haha time to become a regular here.

I’m looking to see who’s going to step up opposite Mario and provide the protection he needs to fully exploit the opposing line. Colvin? Weaver? Whoever it is, I’m lookin forward to finding out who will emerge.

Dre all day

by Drecoby8012 on Aug 8, 2008 10:34 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Honestly

I’m pretty sure we could put Matt or Solis in at the other DE spot, because Okoye & Okam are going to destroy the middle of the O-line.

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by Shake on Aug 8, 2008 12:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Me definitely

The C&W Adrock is probably best suited for offense.

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by SOLIS on Aug 8, 2008 2:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yup

Fullback, most likely.

Yay, sports.

by MDC on Aug 11, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Good topic marroncito

Defensive line – I want to see our DL dominate the way they can. Amobi-Mario side by side will draw multiple blockers and still make some plays behind the line. This will allow Okam, Bulman, Colvin, Johnson, Cochran and Weaver opportunities to penetrate and not allow the Denver QB’s time to look for 3rd & 4th receivers. I want to see our line tie up the blocking and our speedy LB’s smother the Bronco running game. 3rd and long – SACKS (at least 3)!!!!!!!!!

Outside Linebacker play – Kubiak admitted he should have given Zac more reps at the end of last season. He will get the start on Saturday. Should be interesting to see what he and Xavier Adibi can do.

Secondary – When the DL dominates, this means turnovers. Would love to see 2-3 INT’s or fumble recoveries.

The “new” offensive line – 3 new starters from last years game 1 lineup: Duane Brown, Chis Meyers and Mike Brisiel. Will Gibbs, the new line and the ZBS establish a decent running game?

Antwaun Molden – A little dinged up, but should play the nickel. Kid has skills. Jamaar Fletcher having a great camp too.

Steve Slaton – Want to see him break a long play or two (receiving or rushing), and see if he can blitz pick-up.

Shane Boyd – He will get his chance to show he is the #3 QB. Alex Brink will get his chance next week @ NO.

NO Injuries.

Texans win. May not count in the standings, but it will help our team’s psyche and the fans’ too. GO TEXANS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by oiler-texan diehard on Aug 8, 2008 2:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I’d like to see all the new guys get significant time and look good.

And I’d like to see nobody get hurt.

by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 8, 2008 3:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Word

No injuries is what I want more than anything.

Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...

by Tim on Aug 8, 2008 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs

Oh the pain the pain how will I bare it?

I just want to see none of the players get hurt!

Sigs, the play ground of mindless philosophers.

by Tomriffic on Aug 8, 2008 6:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Only one thing I'd like to see this year

I know each 1,000 mile journey begins with the first step, but I want to see our Texans in the post season with a Wild Card win at home. Reliant, admittedly, I’ve never been there, would be crazy.

"...and if I claim to be a wise man, well, it surely means that I don't know". SL

by Southern Lion on Aug 9, 2008 7:34 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Every Game, including today

What would last season have been without the turnover deficit?

I want to see EVERYONE hold on to the ball, and our D create big plays and get some takeaways.

We can play, but can we protect the rock?

I’d like to see our defense blitz more, and be less predictable. I’m of the opinion we woulda won at least 2 more games with a better defensive scheme, even with the injuries and same playmakers out there.

I’d like to see which QB can put the ball in the END ZONE from inside the 40. We woulda won at least 2 games also if we could convert those deep drives into 6 instead of 3. Kris Brown is not on my fantasy team this year for this very reason! (Well, he also wasn’t available, but still!)

Healthy and Turnover free 2008-09, and we win 11!

by texanphil on Aug 9, 2008 8:18 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs