Open Thread: Countdown To Day Two Of The 2010 NFL Draft
by Tim on Apr 23, 2010 7:30 AM CDT
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PrintEveryone who had Kareem Jackson being the pick at No. 20 raise your hand. Especially with Kyle Wilson, Devin McCourty, and Dan Williams still available?
If you're raising your hand, I'm guessing you're related to Kareem and/or an employee of the Texans front office.
Regardless, the die is cast. Personally, I'm excited about K-Jack being a Texan. No, I haven't been drinking. Much. I'm just growing increasingly enamored with the pick.
How about you? And who do you want in the second and third rounds tonight? Let it fly in the Comments below, as this is your official countdown thread for Day Two of the 2010 NFL Draft.
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all I can say
is damn you Kareem Jackson for making me drink that Colt 45 last night. He is from Georgia but he doesnt have dreads so I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt.
Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed
Kareem can do it all
WIlson and McCourty has great strengths but theres somethin in there game that critics has pointed out
they say nothing about KJ, thats pretty remarkable.. I think this guy will have a Cushing effect on the CB’s and with hard nosed tuff Quin this will be a strong group now
RB-FS-Pass rushing DT
yes i want an UT there is no point in for wanting a NT they will never draft one high
living the Texas dream
every panicking need to put a cold wet towel on their forehead and relax
Kareem was the best CB with ZERO holes, no critic can say anything negative about the guy
now day 2 we get Toby, Dwyer or Tate then mayb Houston in the 3rd or a FS 3rd and we’re cookin with grease
I'd be OK, not excited with it. I don't think he's the best S option out there
but I also think he gets a worse rap than he deserves. Still, it’s not a good thing when people openly talk of moving you to WLB. Does that ever work out? (Urlacher excepted)
Let them fight, the world will end soon anyway once Tebow collides with Patrick Willis
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Apr 23, 2010 9:37 AM CDT up reply actions
nope
theres jus alota immature ppl on here who harass for no reason.. i wana talk football in a civil manner but i got a stalker
dude, it's a B-L-O-G
I like your opinions on Kareem, but let’s not get all butthurt about blog banter. K?
i kno, and i wasnt talkin about u man, i was simply statin
but earlier i thought u were about to start harassin like a few other ppl on here do
im good man, personally i jus wana talk Texans.. all that other junk is pointless
I wanted different players
But… I welcome Kareem Jackson with open arms. This team needed secondary help and we got it. I wanted to trade back or something but it didn’t happen. It is time to move on to the second round now.
I hope Kareem Jackson has as much success as Cushing had last year… who I also wasn’t in love with.
I still dont know much about him
Everything the so-called experts have said are good. The so-called experts didn’t even mention his name until yesterday. But, the Texans like him and had him high on their draft board. He should step right in and make this defense better. That is the most important thing. Bust possibility is about as low as you can be from the sounds of it.
What’s next? From the sounds of it, RB. As long as they have a quality OL on their radar in the next 3 rounds, then I am content.
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
by Rip Jersey on Apr 23, 2010 8:21 AM CDT via mobile reply actions
They were talking about him before
He was just graded as a high second rounder by most. But rumor is that New England was planning on taking him. So that’s why we went ahead and took him at 20.
Sorry, Kerns, that makes no sense
Drafting a player because someone else was going to draft him in a couple more picks? C’mon. Think about what you just said. I’m pretty certain that Jackson is the guy they wanted and their decision had nothing to do with what New England was planning. First of all, Smithiak has no idea what Belechick is going to do. And, second, even if they did, the goal of the draft isn’t to spoil another team’s draft. Its to pick the best player for your team. I mean, what if New England wanted Kyle Wilson? Does that mean the Texans would have taken him?
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
by Rip Jersey on Apr 23, 2010 9:17 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
That is why they didn't trade down
Because Jackson was their guy. So they went ahead and took him at 20 instead of taking a risk in a trade. What’s so hard to understand about that?
by Mike Kerns on Apr 23, 2010 9:19 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I had no idea that Mike Kerns was just your pen name
And you are actually Smithiak. I will look more closely at the things you say in the future. Although, something doesn’t make sense. Your rationalization of all the events that happened in the last 24 hours were complete secrets. You did a very good job of keeping them secret and waiting until now to reveal them. Thank you for your insights into the thinking and behind the scenes workings of everything Smithiak.
Perhaps you can tell us all about what is coming up today? Let’s see…maybe you can begin with what Belechick is thinking? Then tell us about what trades Smithiak is working on or not working on and why. Please, don’t wait until tomorrow to reveal all the secret behind the scenes ongoings.
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
by Rip Jersey on Apr 23, 2010 9:34 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Someone is grumpy this morning
I’m only repeating what NFL analysts have said. However I apparently came off as being “in the know” I have no idea. But your opinion of me is duly noted.
I initially disagreed with your statement
that the Texans picked KJ because the Patriots were rumored to want him.
I think that is a reasonable opinion. Even if all you say is true about trades, non-trades, Patriot’s wants/needs and any other rumors. I don’t think that had any bearing on taking or not taking KJ with the 20th pick. The Texans had the 20th pick and they wanted KJ instead of any other player still on their board.
But you are right, I am grumpy this morning and I am amazed that you were able to pick up on that.
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
It's OK, Rip
Today’s entertainment is only 7 more hours away.
I am about to go take a 6.5 hour nap.
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Or maybe the grapefruit I didn't eat
I love grapefruit. I love them so much I have a grapefruit tree in my back yard. But, a cold spell did them in last winter and I’m waiting for the new crop later this year.
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Ah. That explains a lot.
I remember you talking about having grapefruits for breakfast and making me feel bad about eating chocolate cheerios.
You healthy bastard.
thats a really long post
of nothin but garbage…do you have that much time?
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:52 AM CDT up reply actions
no, I didn't reply to you..
I guess it’s kinda hard to see who replied to what with 6 replies changing the indentations.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 10:22 AM CDT up reply actions
flagged as troll
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Scouts Inc.
Had him slightly behind Haden for CB before the draft.
Whether you trust it or not, thats a ringing endorsement.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:50 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm calling it now!
Kareem “Action” Jackson!
If I’m wrong, I’ll gladly fall on my sword. Living here in SEC country (friggin yuk-yuk’s) there are two thing’s that are sacred, 1) SEC football 2) NASCAR..
Kid’s going to be a great addition.
by Xetuoh on Apr 23, 2010 8:26 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Why not Kareem "the dream" ?
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I would have
Preferred Williams, but Williams was always a pipe dream because of the staff. Kareem I wish they would’ve traded down for- I like him, I just don’t think he was a great value. That said, I expect him to be a good corner for us.
he coulda very well turned out to be another Texans 1st round bust that we havent had much luck with
its good they got a safe sure pick instead of a guy who they say has a ‘hot and cold motor’ in williams
I think you're onto something.
Not that I think Williams will be a bust – I have no idea; was secretly wishing for opportunity to have a Williams Wall of our own – but rather that the front office wants to get a few drafts in before picking another DL in the first round.
yea jus considering we used all those high picks on Dlineman over
the last few years, its best to try other areas of the D.. also EVERY team in the 1st passed so im betting its a great thing we didnt grab him
RB
Anyone with me hoping that this doesn’t get addressed until the third round?
I’d go CB, FS, or OL in the second. Twas a time I’d have listed DT in there too, but I now realize that will not happen.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
Price or Houston could happen.
But yeah, I’m for waiting till the 3rd unless everyone is off the board.
My board at the start of today looks like this:
Terrence Cody (lol)
Taylor Mays
Daryl Washington
Brian Price
(GAP)
Morgan Burnett
Dexter McCluster
Nate Allen
Charles Brown
(GAP)
Ben Tate
Golden Tate
Rodger Saffold
Jon Asamoah
JD Walton
Amari Speivey
Brandon Ghee
If we get someone from the first two tiers I’ll be happy.
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 8:54 AM CDT up reply actions
Lost Houston in there
Slide him after Charles Brown
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 8:56 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm down for Price
If he’s there I would think we HAVE to take him. Early ESPN mocks had us taking him at 20 in the 1st. I think he apparently hurt his stock in some workouts but if he’s there (which is highly unlikely) I would love that pick.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:28 AM CDT up reply actions
Burnett Over Allen?
Not disagreeing with you, Rivers…just curious as to why you think Burnett would be a better fit than Allen.
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Reasoning:
Burnett: 21, 14 interceptions despite “poor instincts”.
Allen: 23, played with several other projected first round picks, 9 interceptions.
Allen is safer, Burnett has more upside. Texans lean towards youth, as do I.
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:03 AM CDT up reply actions
Crap
*several other projected high round picks
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:03 AM CDT up reply actions
Good Enough For Me
Thanks for the explanation.
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I wish we didn't have needs at RB or S
because bringing in Washington at WLB would be AWESOME!!! The guy is a beast
I agree
But I also think he is the least likely of any player I listed to make it to us.
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 9:46 AM CDT up reply actions
Lots of good players will be left at 51
I think we go RB, just because of the hard on they had for Mathews. I’ve called my shot of them taking Dwyer (even though I prefer Tate), but if Brian Price or Mount Cody fall there, that’s pretty incredible value at 51.
u think theyd pass up on a RB and wait til the 3rd
when they were plannin to take one in the 1st?
man that would b bold, but i agree with Price or Cody if they fall to 51
jus hope Toby or Dwyer etc falls to the 3rd
seriously
How did we not swing a trade with the Denver Broncos?
and if the Texans take a RB this round, that’s a worse idea than the Jump to Conclusions Mat. Horrible, this idea.
by grungedave on Apr 23, 2010 8:47 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
I agree
if we don’t address our weakness on the line on both sides…in the trenches where games are won..especially after a premium has been put on good D and O Lineman through that 1st round…I will seriously doubt Smithiaks philosophy.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:22 AM CDT up reply actions
Re: Broncos' trade
I really don’t understand where everyone is coming from with this “We should have traded with Denver” philosophy.
Why would Denver even try to trade with us instead of 2 picks later with the Patriots (and at that, with a team KNOWN for taking all R1 trade offers seriously)?
Does anyone here really believe that Denver was threatened by the possibility of Cincy taking Jesus Tebow at 21? Seriously?
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in the mad scramble...
Yeah, I think Denver had enough of a hard-on for Tebow that they would have done whatever it took to make sure they secured him before the Pats picked.
Denver looked brilliant
and dumb in the span of 3 hours.
by Jordann on Apr 23, 2010 9:45 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Josh McDaniels
signed his own resignation yesterday.
I see absolutely 0 upside to the actions of the Denver Broncos yesterday.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:46 AM CDT up reply actions
Eric Kuiselias on Colin Cowherd right now
Quoting Herm Edwards, “Josh McDaniels married Tim Tebow last night.” It’s rare that I say this, but I agree with Herm Edwards.
if I remember correctly
McD is no offensive guru, as is the misconception. He honed his craft longer on the defensive side of the ball. He later inherited a pretty cushy OC position from Weis, over in Foxborough, and assumed the playcalling duties in an offense he truly didn’t build.
As of now, McD better be proficient at running the wishbone.
Settle down, cowboy
This is blatant trolling and name calling.
Talk about the draft/team/etc., and feel free to spell out entire words every so often.
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nah u dont understand
this guy constantly talks trash to me and and he copies and pastes my old comments in a harassing way..
hes annoying as shit i told him to quit being immature and he CONSTANTLY bothers me so im retaliating
theres no way to report stalkers so it is wat it is
Bills where bidding against them for the pick
Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.
But they weren't bidding when we were picking at 20 ?
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Easier said than done...
…although saying “easier said than done” is easier said than, um, thinking critically.
I keep banging this drum, but I don’t think anyone is marching to my beat. But I will keep banging: if you trade down, with the intention of taking a specific player at that spot, the compensation you receive in the trade down must be enough to allay your fears of losing the player you were targeting.
That is, if you miss out on your guy (KJ), the compensation you receive has to make up for the perceived difference between your guy and the guy you end up getting.
For all the “whoa, they got housed!” comments on what Baltimore got from Denver in the trade up for Tebow, Baltimore’s highest pick in that deal was the 43rd overall pick. Does anyone really think KJ, Wilson, or Williams would have been there? We know the answer on the first two: no. I don’t think KJ would have been there either, but I can’t really point out anything to convince you of that if you are truly convinced the front office made a horrible deal.
Is whoever we would have got at 43rd, plus a 3rd and 4th round pick, better than a supposedly NFL-ready cornerback (I am skeptical about that claim, TBH – but it’s the consensus view on him), the most physical cornerback in the draft, that comes with the resume Jackson does?
I don’t think so.
by socctty on Apr 23, 2010 9:40 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
LOGIC HAS NO PLACE HERE
Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.
K-Jax gets the benefit of the doubt with me.
Well, at least Smithiak does. What, with the Cush-Monster and all last year.
Hope Ben Tate is the next Texan, but would be happy with a lineman.
by carsonwayne on Apr 23, 2010 9:04 AM CDT via mobile reply actions
Walter Football's 2nd round Mock updated today
51. Houston Texans – Ben Tate, RB, Auburn
The Texans are usually up front regarding what they are looking for. Virtually everyone – from the owner down to the head coach – has stated that addressing the running back position is a huge priority for them this offseason.
Like Ryan Mathews, Ben Tate is a great fit for Houston’s offense.
And at 81:
Chad Jones, S, LSU
Houston’s primary goal is to beat the Colts. They came close twice this year, but ultimately failed because of missed field goals and sloppy turnovers. However, their inability to stop Peyton Manning didn’t help matters. In those two contests, Manning was a combined 61-of-85, 562 yards, four touchdowns and three interceptions.
Eugene Wilson was placed on injured reserve in the middle of the season. Wilson has now missed 29 games in the last four years. The Texans can no longer count on him.
Walterfootball:
Peyton Manning is a big problem, so to solve this, the Texans will pick a safety that delivers big hits and can’t cover.
I think Jones is the player everyone has been told to think Taylor Mays is.
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 9:49 AM CDT up reply actions
He's a two-sport guy; baseball pitcher with low-90s fastball.
That puts a lot of teams off; I guess they think he will ultimately choose to play baseball.
Chad Jones
Was actually drafted by the Astros. They didn’t pay him the signing bonus he wanted (shocking, I know), so he went to LSU.
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Fuck Uncle Dreyton.
That is all.
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Did you here about the LSU and A&M guys that were having an argument about which school was better?
Yes. True story.
The A&M guys said, let’s settle this. We’ll challenge you guys. We’ll put up our bull dog in a fight against your best dog and the winner is indisputably the best school. The LSU guys agreed. So they set a date to meet to and settle their dispute.
On the day of the challenge, the A&M guys showed up with a 90 LB bull dog. It was ferocious looking! The LSU guys didn’t show. But, the A&M guys didn’t give up and waited, and waited, and waited. Finally, six hours later the LSU guys showed up with their dog, a six-foot long wiener dog.
They didn’t waste any more time and they released their dogs to do battle and the LSU wiener dog ate the A&M bull dog in one bite! The A&M guys conceded the contest, but they had to know what took the LSU guys so long to get there.
The LSU guys said they were “sorry for being late, but do you know how hard it is to get a wiener dog costume on an alligator!?!?”
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
"hear", sorry, grammar-nazis
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Haven't heard that one in years
Classic
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haha
a safety who can’t cover?
if that’s the best way to solve the Manning problem then we should’ve been beating them twice a year for awhile now..
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:55 AM CDT up reply actions
I've called Nate Allen from USF as our 2nd round pick.
I think that’s his name
I CALLED THIS!!!
Check it out under fanpsots……wait wtf?! Who deleted my Texans will Take Kareem Jackson thread???
Well anyway, rest assuered I called this…yup, it happened.
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
The ROSENFAIL : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAKAKE-uq-8&feature=related
Ok...what if Taylor Mays is still available when we pick?
What do you do?
I think you take Mays and go a 3rd round RB.
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
The ROSENFAIL : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAKAKE-uq-8&feature=related
maybe if they plan on moving him to WLB
but no..that’d be a horrible pick either way.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:17 AM CDT up reply actions
Not horrible.
Horrible as a first-rounder… But in the second? I don’t think taking the most gifted athlete in the draft who also happened to be a four-year starter for one of the best defenses in college football would be so bad.
There’s upside there. His coverage could be improved. As you mentioned, he could play some WLB. He’s undoubtedly better in every way than Barber and Busing as a fit to slide into FS when Wilson inevitably gets injured.
They took a versatile physical freak/project pick in the second-round last year with Barwin. I wouldn’t be shocked if they did it again.
exactly..
he fits the Texans mold
1. Played for a big winning program
2. Had success against good competition
3. Played in a pro-style defense
4. Coached up by a pro defensive coach (carroll)
To me, it looks like he may be on their radar.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:38 AM CDT up reply actions
Eh, you can also say that he's had four years with the best college football coach, a defensive minded one at that...
Just a little Devil’s Advocate.
I agree
I’d take Mays in the second. He’s a tremendous athlete and I think his coverage skills are undervalued (not that he’s Ed Reed).
horrible as a FS no matter where u draft him
hes not a coverage guy and if u draft him anywhere to b a FS he’d be a disappointment cuz he sucks other than bein a battering ram
"he'd be a disappointment cuz he sucks".
Well shit, I can’t argue with that logic.
Don't sleep on Mount Cody
Another Bama man who played in Saban’s pro-style defense.
It would be way overkill on that philosphy if we take Cody though.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:19 AM CDT reply actions
yup but man he looks jus sloppy lol
im not sure he’s fit enuf to b impactful in the NFL
but if we somehow picked him Id be optimistic
I like KJ, but those arguing that he'll have "the Cushing effect" are misguided.
It’s asking a lot for a rookie corner to have that kind of impact. And if “the Cushing effect” is an effect on an initially disappointed fanbase, he’ll have to show up on the field from day one to have that effect. That rarely happens with rookie corners.
Drafting a corner is a play for the long term. Just as you wouldn’t expect a rookie QB to make the Pro Bowl, don’t expect the same out of a rookie corner.
Here’s an article from last year from a Dolphins fan site, commenting on expectations of their cornerback draft picks last year: http://www.thephinsider.com/2009/5/6/866376/expectations-for-our-rookie
by socctty on Apr 23, 2010 9:29 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
I don't think any sane person is outright EXPECTING a Cushing effect
but the fact that Smithiak has drafted 2 Defensive ROYs with 3 Pro Bowls selections between them, along with a 2 time pro bowl DE..and brought in a street free agent who made a huge impact on the defense from the start…suffice it say we can maybe expect good things from the kid.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:34 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
leacheatsbabies hasn't been Rec'd yet, WTF!
Rec’ed! Needs to be goo’d!
Confucius say "man who enter door sideways going to Bangkok".
Correct me if I'm wrong...
but wasn’t the 2006 Draft before Smith really had the reins?
"Lord, beer me strength."
It drives me crazy that Casserly doesn't correct people when they talk to him about Mario on NFLNetwork.
Sits there and gives people the impression he was the driving force.
Couldn't Agree More, Soc
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Fred Bennett went to the Pro Bowl?
I agree he had a good rookie season, but dude wasn’t exactly lights-out last year.
That was supposed to be a joke
Goes into hiding..
One expert picked him
Daniel Jeremiah at movethesticks.com, a former scout for the Browns and Ravens, had us picking Jackson in his second mock draft. Then he drank the McCool-Aid and slotted us for Matthews like everyone else.
His take – HOU- K. Jackson CB Alabama- A very talented, polished CB that should start day 1
Round 2.
First round didn’t go our(BRB) way but it fills a gaping hole that we’ve had ever since Dunta’s injury so nobody should be bummed out about it.
If Tim is not drowning himself with Zima, you shouldn’t either.
Anyways, im hoping we take a look at Daryl Washington’s way with our 2nd or maybe 3rd pick.
Or maybe draft Mays and convert him to a LB because he plays like one and it will fuel the fire inside Cushing even more.
If we go RB, I’d like to see Ben Tate or Gerhardt. If not, I can see Hardesty falling to us in the 4th-5th rd.
not going the BRB way
is probably the best way for it to happen.
Daryl Washington or Mays would be great but its not addressing our GLARING needs at this point.
We got the corner we needed, now we need a running back and many large human beings on both sides of the line.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 9:42 AM CDT up reply actions
Courtesy of Texans Chick
[LZ tweeted this on Hardesty last night, “montarrio hardesty, tennesse RB has bad medicals and could fall to round 5.” http://twitter.com/ZReportDraft/status/12673649904 -Steph]
"380 pounds of pure pirogi" ~ Cush
That was all over the place last night
I’m not sure what caused all this. Is it the knee surgeries? Degenerative condition?
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by bigfatdrunk on Apr 23, 2010 10:16 AM CDT up reply actions
Living in Tennessee
for a couple of years.
by Jordann on Apr 23, 2010 10:17 AM CDT up reply actions 8 recs
That's a rec.
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:18 AM CDT up reply actions
Not Sure
Maybe something in a medical report that very few have access to.
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Fatty Starbucks has polled teams and they think Mays has a good chance of going @ 33.
For those of you who don’t like the possibility of the Texans taking Mays, this is good news, in the “Ryan Mathews going at 12” sense.
And for those of you who want Mays at 51
The next time Pancakes is right will be the first one.
Everyone wins!
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 9:59 AM CDT up reply actions
why tf do people want Mays
seriously I dont get it.
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He's a freak
So we’ll turn to BFD, our resident expert…
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Yep, freak
I love the dude. Fast as hell, huge, and finishes tackles.
A lot of people disparage is coverage skills, but he wasn’t really asked to do this. His job was to play up and help out the D on runs. Both USC safeties had this role.
I do think he could step in and start Day 1 at FS. He’ll cover like Pollard, yes, but he has the speed to make up for mistakes. He would be a freak at SS, though.
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by bigfatdrunk on Apr 23, 2010 10:10 AM CDT up reply actions
Fuck it
Let’s just play him next to Okoye.
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by Shake on Apr 23, 2010 10:20 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I agree with Jordann 100%
I actually think he would make one a helluva WLB.
Confucius say "man who enter door sideways going to Bangkok".
If we're going for a beastly WLB
then wouldn’t you rather take someone like Washington or Bowman, who has actually played the position?
"Every time you go to that cook-off you get drunk as a poet on payday!"
That's true.
But I think Washington will be gone by the time we pick. And with Bowman, I have some concerns about his tackling. We dont want another repeat of the Chris Johnson wearing an invisible cloak episode.
Washington may make it to Houston...
Philly was hot for him, but with Ernie Sims in the fold…..he may make it to…….Indianapolis.
"Lord, beer me strength."
"Freak at SS?"
You better start hiding from Bernard Pollard….since you just gave his spot away.
"Lord, beer me strength."
He was top-10 material if he had come out last year.
Physical freak (rumored 4.2x speed, doubtful though), NFL pedigree. USC is more pro minor leagues than college program.
That’s the upset. I’m cautious about him in 2nd, would be absolutely thrilled in the 3rd. Huge upside, but reeks of Roy Williams/Atari Bigby overhype.
Those guys never had the speed, though
And I think that’s the difference.
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by bigfatdrunk on Apr 23, 2010 10:11 AM CDT up reply actions
I am indifferent to picking him in the 2nd
But I should also note that he has the stayed-in-school-too-long, put-too-much-on-tape-for-people-to-nitpick problem.
Yes
This is one of the key reasons I think people are overthinking things with him.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter
by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:16 AM CDT up reply actions
With Twitter use so high amongst college and pro athletes, I’m surprised we haven’t gotten someone like Mays or Clausen railing against commentators for criticizing them so harshly. Or Dez Bryant.
These guys may feel like they’ve lost millions in guaranteed $ due to PR problems. Probably not true – ideally front offices don’t pay attention to Kiper, Mayock, etc.
The problem with that
is that you’re assuming that Dez Bryant is literate.
Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.
by Autra on Apr 23, 2010 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
If we take Mays
with Jackson already picked, we’re clearly hoping our secondary will free up the Dline to make plays instead of the another way around.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 10:03 AM CDT reply actions
We're just waiting until the seventh so we can pick our cover NT
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter
by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:06 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Who do you "blame" for our avoidance of quality 2-gap NTs?
Collar? Bush? Kubiak?
D. All of the above.
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by bigfatdrunk on Apr 23, 2010 10:11 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I've never heard a good explanation of this.
Are they just terribly afraid of getting caught in a Manning-led 2 minute drill with someone like Cody on the field?
Terrence Cody, not Shaun Cody.
Probably afraid of Shaun Cody being on the field too, heh
by socctty on Apr 23, 2010 10:14 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I know I am.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter
by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:14 AM CDT up reply actions
Whatever
I’ll take him over undead Jeff Zgonina.
While they're eating our brains
Circle of life.
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Interesting
That sounds like a legit concern.
Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.
right because the
the other 14 games we play this year won’t be tough.
Confucius say "man who enter door sideways going to Bangkok".
All of them
more than likely Kollar to a greater extent. But I just don’t think Bush, Kubiak or Smith like the idea of a space-eater. They like constantly active and undersized guys.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 10:12 AM CDT up reply actions
Starts at the top, doesn't it?
Kubiak hired Bush* and Smith. Despite BEST DEFENSE IN FRANCHISE HISTORY, he has to take the brunt of the blame as the staff builder. When he was in trouble, I wanted him back only if he’d cede control of the defensive hirings to the front office.
*-Note that this is disparaging Bush as a coordinator and tactician, not as a scout. I think he picks good players.
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:14 AM CDT up reply actions
I can't wait to see our new and improved zone!
(get picked apart)
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by bigfatdrunk on Apr 23, 2010 10:18 AM CDT up reply actions
yeah to his credit..
he’s drafted a premier pass rushing bookend, 2 premier LBs, brought in an above average SS off the street and now drafted an experienced corner who has the ability to start and impact right away.
I think using a high pick on Amobi has damaged their faith in taking tackles high in the draft (not to mention having travis johnson on his inherited roster).
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 10:19 AM CDT up reply actions
I am nervous about Pollard.
Remember how excited everyone was with our FA pick-up of Will Demps?
the Smoove will comparison has come up
it was an overwhelming consensus that Demps wasn’t half the man Pollard is.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 10:25 AM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
Can you imagine
If he was actually a good defensive coordinator?
I find it hard to believe that an offensive-minded coach would have final say over defensive prospects.
I guess your head can get pretty big when you have one of only 32 available jobs though.
But as an offensive coach, is Kubiak getting excited whenever his O-line runs up against Haloti Ngata? Is he laughing at the stupidity of other NFL defensive line coaches for their silly preference for 330 lbs nose tackles? Like this:
I doubt it.
Well I wasn't implying defensive control in talent acquisition
So much as defensive control in hirings.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter
by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:33 AM CDT up reply actions
well Kubes is a true offensive-minded coach
yet he’s used an overwhelming majority of his picks (mostly great picks at that)over 5 years on defense, all the while somehow concocting a top 5 offense..
This leads me to believe in Kubes now as true HEAD coach..as opposed to being an OC who ran into a head coaching job.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 10:34 AM CDT up reply actions
Offensive coaches usually draft defense. Defensive coaches draft offense.
It’s usually because they are confident in their abilities to coach up players on their side of the ball.
very true
i mean look at our pedestrian Oline and our inconsistent RB’s and our unsexy QB who’s not a “gunslinger”..yet he fields at top 5 offense yearly. His system just straight up works. I can see why they trust that “system” over anything, sometimes to a detriment.
by leacheatsbabies on Apr 23, 2010 10:39 AM CDT up reply actions
This just shows how much of an offensive genius Kubiak really is.
By not using the majority of his picks on offense and still have the third best offense in the league.
Jacksonville had a 10.9 rating last night for NFL Draft
Amazing… the Masters got less than that, I believe, for the national average. That’s higher than World Series ratings are on average as well.
I know
He’s only going to say he’s excited anyway, so what’s the harm?
Patrick asked him about Alualu to JAX @ 10
He just served up some platitudes about the PAC-10.
Who you got
Z-Report Top Players Still on the Board
16. Sergio Kindle, OLB/DE, Texas
26. Golden Tate, WR, Notre Dame
27. Jimmy Clausen, QB, Notre Dame
29. Taylor Mays, FS, USC
31. Everson Griffen, DE, USC
34. Daryl Washington, LB, TCU
35. Rodger Saffold, LT, Indiana
38. Rob Gronkowski, TE, Arizona
39. Charles Brown, LT, USC
40. Arrelious Benn, WR, Illiniois
41. Carlos Dunlap, DE, Florida
42. Sean Lee, LB, Penn State
44. Bruce Campbell, LT, Maryland
45. Morgan Burnett, FS, Georgia Tech
46. Brian Price, DT, UCLA
47. Terrence Cody, NT, Alabama
48. Lamarr Houston, DT, Texas
49. Nate Allen, FS, USF
50. Vladimir Ducasse, OT, UMass
51. Jonathan Dwyer, RB, Georgia Tech
52. Toby Gerhardt, RB, Stanford
53. Colt McCoy, QB, Texas
54. Eric Decker, WR, Minnesota
55. Montario Hardesty, RB, Tennessee
56. Brandon Ghee, CB, Wake Forest
57. Linval Joseph, DT, East Carolina
58. Navorro Bowman, LB, Penn State
59. John Asamoah, OG, Illinois
60. Koa Misi, OLB, Utah
61. John Jerry, OG, Ole Miss
62. Cam Thomas, DT, North Carolina
63. Damian Williams, WR, USC
64. Dexter McCluster, RB/WR, Ole Miss
65. Brandon LaFell, WR, LSU
66. Torell Troup, DT, South Florida
67. Ed Dickson, TE, Oregon
68. Dennis Pitta, TE, BYU
69. Chris Cook, CB, Virginia
70. Jimmy Graham, TE, Miami
71. Eric Norwood, OLB/DE, South Carolina
72. Al Woods, DT, LSU
73. Jerome Murphy, CB, South Florida
75. Ricky Sapp, OLB/DE, Clemson
76. Kevin Thomas, CB, USC
77. Jamar Chaney, LB, Mississippi State
78. Alex Carrington, DE, Arkansas State
79. Tony Pike, QB, Cincinnati
80. Carlton Mitchell, WR, South Florida
81. Major Wright, FS, Florida
82. Jason Worilds, OLB/DE, Virginia Tech
83. Jacoby Ford, WR, Clemson
84. Myron Lewis, CB, Vanderbilt
85. Thaddeus Gibson, OLB, Ohio State
86. Akwasi Owusu-Ansah, IUP
87. Jared Veldheer, OT, Hillsdale
88. Corey Wooten, DE, Northwestern
89. Ben Tate, RB, Auburn
90. Selvish Capers, OT, West Virginia
91. Andre Roberts, WR, The Citadel
92. Mardy Gilyard, WR, Cincinnati
93. Earl Mitchell, DT, Arizona
94. Taylor Price, WR, Ohio
95. Mike Neal, DT, Purdue
96. Aaron Hernandez, TE, Florida
97. Armanti Edwards, WR/QB, Appalachian State
98. Geno Atkins, DT, Georgia
99. Perry Riley, LB, LSU
100. Zane Beadles, C/G, Utah
If at first you don't succeed, draft, draft again
BFD is already getting his torches & pitchforks ready
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Myron Rolle
Thoughts on him? He ran a 4.4 at his pro-day; was he that bad in his technique and instincts? Is it just that he’s had a year off?
great personality and is smart
but so so on the talent imo.
Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed
Like him
But I don’t think he’ll go this early and he’s clearly in the next tier of safeties.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter
by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 10:49 AM CDT up reply actions
Doubt it
Reeves wasn’t good enough to start for them last year for whatever reason, why would they reverse course now?
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter
by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 11:00 AM CDT up reply actions
True
But if we go CB in either of the next two rounds over FS, I think it might be possible that Quin might be tried out there.
I want to go DT
but I’d put my money on them going for a RB.
Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed
Same
I’d like a DT but not sure what will be there when we pick in the second, but if Mays is there I wouldn’t be upset if we rolled the dice on him.
Interesting info from Houston Texans twitter:
http://twitter.com/HoustonTexans/status/12710829677
“Kareem Jackson, his parents, and his sister are in GM Rick Smith’s office right now.”
What’s so interesting about this? Rick Smith isn’t in New York, that’s what! I’ve been defending the Texans’ approach to drafting Jackson instead of trading down, but how are we supposed to trade down if the GM is in another time zone?
Sure, you can do things with phone conferencing and whatnot. But anyone who has ever been on a teleconference can tell you that you aren’t completely dialed in like you would be if you were in the room with somebody.
*Note: I am assuming that they are in his office to see him, not to meet someone else in Smith’s office. That would be weird.
As I understand it
The GMs are all in the war rooms at the stadium. Maybe I understood it wrong.
by Calvin Paquette on Apr 23, 2010 11:35 AM CDT up reply actions
you are correct
I thought this was common knowledge. Hell they even show the war rooms on TV. Its just runners and spokespersons at Radio City music hall.
Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed
Do they really need runners still?
Cell phones, video conferences……we’ve moved past landlines.
"Lord, beer me strength."
actually
I think it would be kinda cool if each GM announced their pick live via teleconference on a big screen. Or the best known player from each team. That would be kinda cool.
Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed
Goddell would like to hand you a 4 game suspension for getting rid of his air time.
I like the idea though.
"Lord, beer me strength."
This would be cool!
You would forever get to associate the GM with the pick.
Reponse from them:
http://twitter.com/HoustonTexans/status/12711880513
“@CSHancock Most, if not all, GM’s stay home for draft with their personnel guys. Decisions are made there, not in NYC.”
My round 2 and 3 choice?
Round 2: Auburn RB Ben Tate (hoping that the Texans avoid Gerhart/Dwyer crap)
Round 3: Georgia DT Geno Atkins or Louisiana Tech DT D’Anthony Smith or Syracuse DT Arthur Jones.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Morgan Burnett would make be very excited for the secondary
However, I believe it’ll be Utah FS Robert Johnson in the 4th round….who isn’t too shabby himself.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Robert Johnson in the fourth
That’s what I want to see. Especially if Smithiak wants playmakers.
by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 23, 2010 3:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Trading down...
…isn’t easy to do and shouldn’t ever be expected. If you think the Texans made a good pick but should have moved down 4-5 spots and picked up a 4th or 5th rounder, then relax. We got the player our staff wanted at what was arguably our biggest position of need.
In round 2, I want a RB or S. At RB, I like Tate and Gerhart. At S, I like Burnett, Allen and Jones. I wouldn’t be upset if we went DT or OL in round 2, either.
I am a happy man..
Glad that we filled a need. Kind of shocked from which CB we chose, but I believe ESPN had him rated as the #2 corner in the draft. (Then again, that is Mel and Todd)
Personally I was pulling for D.Williams, but the FO must know a little more about everything then all of us do.
Now, I am praying for B.Tate or T.Gerhardt to fall to us. If not, then a FS or DT would be nice.
Its funny here in San Diego, the mood is somber. Not many people are stoked about R.Mathews (especially what they gave up to get him). Just happy we didn’t take him or have the opportunity to take him.
Not the popular idea..
But if Bruce Campbell is available at our 2nd round pick, we have to take him. The possible upside is ridiculous. I would cheer the hell out of this pick.
The strong do what they have to do; the weak accept what they have to accept
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It’s a pleasure to have you around.
I apologize for the acute lack of Jeeps.
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Re: Bruce Campbell
WANTWANTWANT
Oh, and welcome back Riott.
Glad to hear that you’re back from hibernation.
Pass
I like my offensive linemen to know how to block.
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions
What is the possibility that we didn't pick Dan Williams
because Smithiak is planning to have their buddies in Washington ship Fat Albert over to Houston.
LanceZ mentioned this
But his logic is that if Washington didn’t want Fat Albert, then the Texans don’t want him either. I think he could be had for a 2nd round pick, but he’s got that giant contract (although I think a huge part of it has already been paid).
Lance also mentioned that a few Texans players wouldn’t be happy, forget if he said they were defensive or even DL players. I can think of a few, specifically DTs…
Offensive linemen may hate him from his Tennessee days, also.
With the bonus being paid
It’s not an unreasonable contract.
Also, he isn’t happy in Washington because I believe they are running a 3-4. He prefers the 4-3.
"Lord, beer me strength."
No
but its because he’s a lazy fatass.
"Lord, beer me strength."
by TexansDC on Apr 23, 2010 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Would love to have him
if he agrees to restructure his contract to be like Ahman Green’s.. Reasonable guarantees and shit-loads if he takes us to SB
Why would he?
He has no reason at all to take a chance at less $$$
And it’s damn sure not his personality to make a move like that.
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Well, I feel like Gerhart won't be the pick at 51
LDJA12 is endorsing the pick.
As is most of the Comicle staff.
"Lord, beer me strength."
just can’t put my finger on why Toby Gerhart is different, but I just have a gut feeling he’d be a great pick for the Texans. My gut is almost always right on these things, and I just have a hunch Toby Gerhart would be really popular. I think there’d be a run on his jerseys. I think fans would be taking their kids out to Reliant Stadium just to see Toby Gerhart log the pigskin.
He might even be the guy to finally fill all those empty seats at Reliant Stadium at kickoff. His jersey might be a hit, too. What the heck, this kid might have the whole town in the palm of his hand.
"Lord, beer me strength."
We also know what he wants to say
He [Gerhart] might even be the guy to finally fill all those empty seats at Reliant Stadium at kickoff since the Texans didn’t take my suck-off partner Vince Young.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Because we like white hustle players.....
Russell, Busing, and a certain man in a wheelchair all agree.
You are banned from Music City Miracles.
Happy Now Tits?
You are banned from Blogging The Boys.
Vince Young - Suicide Doors
THE STOOPID!!! IT BURNZ!!!!!
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Who wrote this drivel?
Lack of a slow bruiser-type RB isn’t what is keeping people from filling the seats at kickoff.
People might show up to see a white runningback, kind of like when pandas bother enough to fuck to save their species and produce a baby panda.
Who wrote it?
Little Dickie Justice, Age 12.
And that’s why pick 51 isn’t going to be Gerhart.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Flagged.
For LDJA12
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by riversmccown on Apr 23, 2010 4:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Not yet
I think it goes:
Have poor hairstyle —> get drafted by Texans —> shave said hair —> win DROY
Not necessarily draft related
But every time I hear Herm Edwards talk, my brain breaks a little bit. I am 90% sure he would be one of the least inspiring coaches ever.
The strong do what they have to do; the weak accept what they have to accept
BUT RIOTT! YOU PLAY TO WIN THE GAME!
"Lord, beer me strength."
by TexansDC on Apr 23, 2010 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
PLAYOFFS? YOU TALKING BOUT PLAYOFFS?
I just hope we win a game.
Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.
I laughed out loud for rizzle
Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.
Some of these threads
are getting really chippy. They sky is not falling. The Texans will be ok guys.
Jacoby is my ghostwriter.
Agreed
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
I don't think it's that bad
compared to last year. Wait until we (probably) take a RB in the 2nd round. It’ll get real negative, real quick.
Yeah...
I dunno why. There’s been no secret about the draft order
1st and 2nd rounds: CB, RB
3rd and 4th rounds: DT, FS
5th-7th: Depth….probably a OL or two for certain.
"Lord, beer me strength."
I Remain Steadfast
In my hope that we don’t go RB until Round 3 at the earliest.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
I Suppose
It’d be Hardesty, chiefly because I don’t think you’d need to burn a second-round pick to get him. Again, not saying that I don’t think Tate or Gerhart can be productive backs; just that I don’t think their value is so off the charts compared to others as to warrant burning a second-rounder.
Truth be told, I wouldn’t be angry at all if we didn’t take a RB in the first three rounds. Hell, I’d prefer trading a four or five to BUF for Lynch, warts and all. It’s all about maximizing the value of the pick to me.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
That might depend on
How the front office views Slatons injuries. If they don’t think he’ll recover like they hope they may end up taking a RB in the second.
Jacoby is my ghostwriter.
You know what we need?
More female commenters. I think the estrogen would lighten the mood. I understand peoples frustrations…but with two more days of the draft I’m more excited to see where we go next than anything.
Jacoby is my ghostwriter.
Well, here's a SB Nation site full of estrogen
by TexansDC on Apr 23, 2010 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
zing!
Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.
Nick Saban Statement:
“We are very happy for Kareem Jackson as well as his family. I think it is a real credit to Kareem that he was able to elevate himself to a first round pick with the great job he did at the combine, in his workouts and during the interview process leading up to the draft. He played a lot of very good football in his three years with us at Alabama and he will be an outstanding addition to the Houston Texans organization. Like all of our players moving on, we wish him the best, and he will always be a part of the Crimson Tide family and a part of history at the University of Alabama in terms of what was accomplished here.”
If the comments Mathews made
about not wanting to play in Houston are true. I can’t wait Nov.7th. Cushing is gonna tear that child apart.
Jacoby is my ghostwriter.
Mathews is a fuck bag.
He said he was “getting scared” at the thought of coming to Houston. Like we’re the fucking Lions or Browns or something. Fuck him.
Maybe he was one of trolls on BRB
came on here to see what the Texans’ fans thought of him, read all the hate was getting, then was literally afraid of coming here.
Pansy. (yeah, I know. Not likely that he did that.)
by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 23, 2010 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't know man
These days I really wonder about that stuff.
Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.
Haynesworth is rumored to be about to go back to Tenn.
for a 3rd rounder. Somewhere, Matt Schaub is crying.
So is Chris Myers.
A statement to the players of the Jazz and Mavericks: Please stop flopping all over the court.
by Rockets 4 Life on Apr 23, 2010 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions
honestly,
i highly doubt this is true…
and even if it is, he doesn’t have half of what he did 2 and 3 years ago. so i’m not worried.
plus, hes completely injury prone.
Some people say "If you can't beat them, join them". I say "If you can't beat them, beat them", because they will be expecting you to join them, so you will have the element of surprise.
I saw that on twitter too
Ugh.
Yes, he takes plays off, and such, but the dude is still a pretty damn good DT.
Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.
I love Toby Gerhart
He is a very physical runner, Heisman runner up, would be a steal. Pair him with Slaton and if Foster can keep up his productivity we have a younger version of the New York Giants earth, wind and fire. He also matches up with what the texans like.. smart and hardworking…i think like cushing originally was, he’s underrated. Not the most athletic but he is determined and works hard, he has great mentality.
If Taylor Mays is there at 51,
I want him. I don’t care what people say about he cannot cover very well or he is inconsistent. I think Pollard can play Eugene’s spot. Pollard had 5 picks last year and has shown ability to cover. We can put Mays at Pollard’s current posiiton, and then have maybe the most feared safety core in the league considering both are exceptional athletes and both can hit as hard as anyone in the league. Would you guys rather have Eugene Wilson or Taylor Mays? Also, I know Ben Tate is a favorite here, but he is probably a third rounder.
A statement to the players of the Jazz and Mavericks: Please stop flopping all over the court.
Wasn't it 4 picks?
In either case. I don’t see Mays fitting into the team.
Putting Pollard at FS negates what he does best – play up on the line and tackle.
Our secondary would be mega exposed. It’s a bad move all around. Yes, we’d have a hard hitting secondary, but they could just avoid all that and throw it over the top with no safety protection.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Schefter on Sergio Kindle
“Definite medical issues,” Schefter reported. “I’ve spoken to some teams that have him off their board (entirely).” The latest rumors have Kindle possibly needing microfracture knee surgery, which would knock him out for his entire rookie year. At this point, we’d be surprised if he’s drafted in round two.
Wow, tough luck for Kindle…
In Other News
The new official draft thread is up on the main page. Go.
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