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NFL Draft Open Thread, Day 3 (MK. I)

The drink of choice is chocolate milk, the network of choice is NFL Network, and the over/under on me wanting to strangle Mack Brown for his irritating homespun southern drawl is 15 minutes.  Enjoy!

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Bob Johnson is on the menu this round...

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 24, 2010 8:46 AM CDT reply actions  

Goes good with a glass of Bosco...

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 24, 2010 8:53 AM CDT up reply actions  

It's sick that I need this countdown

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 8:55 AM CDT up reply actions  

Being awake at 9 am on Saturday Morning

Better or worse than needing a countdown for this?

- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter

by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 8:58 AM CDT up reply actions  

Eh, two kids under 4

That was an inevitability. Not that it sucks any less

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 8:59 AM CDT up reply actions  

Dale Robertson of the Comicle just referenced

WEIGHTSPEED

At the combine, Tate posted a so-called "speed score" — which adjusts a player’s 40-yard-dash time for his weight — that was superior (114.2) to those of higher picks Ryan Matthews (111.2), Jahvid Best (111.2) and C.J. Spiller (107.5).

Tate has more weightspeed than Spiller AND Mathews.

by leacheatsbabies on Apr 24, 2010 9:02 AM CDT reply actions  

Earl Mitchell

I was just reading up on him. NFL.com still has him listed at 215 LBs which I know is wrong. Also saw they said he has potential as a lead blocker in goal line situations! Hmmmm….

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 24, 2010 9:02 AM CDT reply actions  

Here we go

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 9:02 AM CDT reply actions  

Oh my god Mayock

Stop. Stop. Please, sleep. You’re a hero. We appreciate you. Sleep.

- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter

by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:06 AM CDT reply actions  

Dissapointing

No idea why I thought there was a 1% chance the Texans would get him late, but still wanted him

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:08 AM CDT up reply actions  

Nice ear rings

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 24, 2010 9:08 AM CDT up reply actions  

OmarKelly
  
I’ve concluded that Cincinnati WR Mardy Gilyard & Utah FS Robert Johnson should be the Dolphins’ top targets in day 3 of the NFL draft.

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 9:09 AM CDT reply actions  

What do you all think about Myron Rolle?

Hard worker (friggin Rhodes Scholar), good person, 1-2 round rating last draft.

Would you like him here?

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 9:09 AM CDT reply actions  

One of my favorite players in the draft

I will be very disappointed if the Texans don’t take him

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:10 AM CDT up reply actions  

If we can steal 1st-2nd round talent in the 4th, in a need position no less….

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 9:10 AM CDT up reply actions  

I've asked this before but don't know if someone answered

Where was he projected if he entered the draft last year?

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:12 AM CDT up reply actions  

1st to 2nd

but I dunno if he’s a target due to him being a strong safety and the Texans needing a free safety.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:12 AM CDT up reply actions  

That's what I thought

And I like Pollard a lot, but just seems like nothing wrong with depth. In the late 4th pick or the 5th

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:14 AM CDT up reply actions  

Ahhhhh

Strong safety, I missed that. I’d rather grab the FS first. Get him if he’s there later.

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 9:15 AM CDT up reply actions  

Still...

2 picks got analyzed. They’re already beating Berman.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:14 AM CDT up reply actions  

I say Cam Thomas

He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is

by WarWolf on Apr 24, 2010 9:14 AM CDT reply actions  

Robert Johnson probably

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:15 AM CDT reply actions  

If they don't take him now, he will be gone on their next pick

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 24, 2010 9:16 AM CDT up reply actions  

What pick #'s do the Texans have today after 102

Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 9:16 AM CDT reply actions  

...

‘The Texans have made their pick, so instead of telling you who it is, we’re going to commercial. It’s not like that’s our job or anything’

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 9:18 AM CDT up reply actions  

If you want douchery

Just put Jared Allen on the screen

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:16 AM CDT reply actions  

Pick is in

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:17 AM CDT reply actions  

Shut up Maycock

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 24, 2010 9:17 AM CDT reply actions  

special teamer...don't think he will ever be a starter

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 24, 2010 9:19 AM CDT up reply actions  

Anyone see that guy coming?

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 9:18 AM CDT up reply actions  

Wha?

Great….someone to carry DeMeco’s gym bag around

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:18 AM CDT up reply actions  

The better question

Why an ILB when we have a star there for the next 6 years?

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by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:19 AM CDT up reply actions  

No idea, but here is some info

2008 (JUNIOR): Team’s fourth-leading tackler with 58 tackles (33 solo, 25 assisted) and ranked fifth in tackles for loss (six) playing mostly as the strongside linebacker … Posted a season-high 10 tackles in win at Duke … Picked up seven tackles at Florida … Had five tackles and a half a sack at Texas A&M … Added seven tackles and a sack against UCF … Picked up a fumble recovery at Georgia Tech … Also had seven tackles against Wake Forest … Averaged eight tackles per game in the month of October.

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:20 AM CDT up reply actions  

Shartpon ILB

He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is

by WarWolf on Apr 24, 2010 9:18 AM CDT reply actions  

What?

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 9:18 AM CDT reply actions  

wtf

odd pick

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:18 AM CDT reply actions  

he's so small

only 235 lbs

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:18 AM CDT reply actions  

Hes 5'11

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by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 9:19 AM CDT reply actions  

Anything special about him?

At all?

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 9:19 AM CDT reply actions  

LOL Schefter on twitter.

Adam_Schefter‎: Back on the clock, the Washington Redskins draft Miami LB Darryl Sharpton

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 9:19 AM CDT reply actions  

good in zone coverage

is the only notable thing nfl.com has on him

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:19 AM CDT reply actions  

??

I am lost

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:20 AM CDT reply actions  

I admit being perplexed by the pick

A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
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by bigfatdrunk on Apr 24, 2010 9:20 AM CDT reply actions  

It shoulda been Robert Johnson.

He’ll be gone by the time we pick. Unless people like Chad Jones or Darrell Stuckey

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:21 AM CDT up reply actions  

I just

dont see anything special about the guy. I would have taken bruce campbell over this guy

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:22 AM CDT up reply actions  

And like 75 other guys

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:22 AM CDT up reply actions  

Our ILB never misses a game and is a beast

So what’s the point? I need a Smithiak presser or something….cause this is pretty dumb. LB depth was on no one’s mind.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:23 AM CDT up reply actions  

ya I dont get this pick at all

I understand getting some lb depth, but some linemen first would have been my pick

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:21 AM CDT reply actions  

Did pancakes make this pic

WTF,
O line man!!!

You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB

by Texans-Brocos on Apr 24, 2010 9:22 AM CDT reply actions  

So, good special teams guy?

I’m a little confused with this one.

by MadMartygan on Apr 24, 2010 9:22 AM CDT via mobile reply actions  

keep in mind

at this point in the draft media projects mean absolutely fuck all.

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:23 AM CDT up reply actions  

At the very least

I think this pick tells us that Xavier Adibi is on the roster bubble.

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:24 AM CDT reply actions  

I dont

probably just means we dont have to call Buster Davis back.

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

Sharpton. From NFLdraftscout.com
The Falcons held a personal workout for Miami linebacker Darryl Sharpton, who is 5-foot-11 3/8 and 236 pounds. He’s a run-and-hit, undersized linebacker. He’s projected to go in the fourth or fifth round.
Sharpton has the game typical of linebackers from the “U” — speed, versatility and explosive hitting. He was well known for his work in the classroom as on the gridiron. Recruited by many of the top football programs across the country, Sharpton also turned down the likes of Stanford, Boston College and Brown University to remain in his home state.

Read & React: Reacts aggressively to attack the line of scrimmage to stop the run, but is fooled by play-action. Lags when diagnosing the action, bouncing laterally before making the correct read and flowing to the ball. While slow to diagnose, Sharpton does have an explosive burst and very good acceleration to close.

Run defense: Inconsistent diagnosing the action, but has an explosive burst to close once he locates the football. Questionable angles to the ball, but has very good speed for the inside linebacker position and can get away with taking poor angles. Not as fast on the field as he is in workouts, though he can beat the back to the sideline and catch ballcarriers from behind. Undersized and lacks the explosive upper-body strength and use of hands to take on and discard blocks from offensive linemen and is too often engulfed by bigger blockers in close quarters. Relies on his good lateral agility to elude blocks, but will pick a side and attempt to fight through blocks, exposing cutback lanes. Doesn’t have the balance to break down in space to make tackles against elusive backs. Doesn’t protect his knees well enough for a player with his experience.

Pass defense: Inconsistent diagnosing the action. Bites hard on play-action and can be beaten over the top despite being faster than his opponent. Struggles changing direction, further limiting his effectiveness in man coverage. Gains good depth on his drops, but relies on reading the eyes of the quarterback rather than displaying a good feel for coverage. Had only one career INT.

Tackling: A big hitter, but fails to wrap up too often, allowing stronger and more balanced ballcarriers opportunities to run through his tackle attempts. Improved in this area as a senior but still has a tendency to leave his feet and lunge. Good chase linebacker with rare acceleration for the position. Potential to be a special teams standout because of his straight-line speed and explosive hitting ability.

Pass Rush/Blitz: Times the blitz well and can close quickly when given a lane. Shows good lateral agility, including a legitimate jump-cut to elude blockers. Lacks an array of pass-rush moves, but explodes into blockers and can drive them back with a good bull rush due to strength, aggression and natural leverage advantage. Good strength for the pull-down tackle.

Intangibles: Took on more of a leadership role as a senior, devoting much more time to the film room. Struggled early in his career with a variety of knee and ankle injuries. Graduated from high school as part of the prestigious International Baccalaureate program. Also recruited by Boston College, Stanford and Brown University. Earned his degree in finance and entrepreneurship. Nephew of the Reverend Al Sharpton.

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 9:25 AM CDT reply actions  

I just realised

Muckelroy and Eric Norwood are both still on the board. wtf I would have taken both of them of this guy.

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by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 9:25 AM CDT reply actions  

Titans with the tiny reach

I like Verner, but that dude’s a 6th or 7th rounder at best.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:26 AM CDT reply actions  

And they gave up their only RB backup

for when CJ gets hurt this year

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:28 AM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe Darryl

will hurt him

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 9:30 AM CDT up reply actions  

So

Whose dog did Cam Thomas run over? Goodell’s?

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:29 AM CDT reply actions  

I haven't heard anything

But he has to have an undisclosed injury, right?

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:31 AM CDT up reply actions  

Seahawks

only swapped their picks in 4th and 6th with the Titans and got LenDale White and Kevin Vickerson

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 9:30 AM CDT reply actions  

Pretty much

Titans and Jags don’t understand this whole trading thing

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 9:33 AM CDT up reply actions  

yep, I think Seattle got the better end of that deal...

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 24, 2010 9:34 AM CDT up reply actions  

They got negative something for him actually

And their DT

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:33 AM CDT up reply actions  

They gave away a RB and OT

for nothing.

Right now, I like that the division hasn’t been good in the draft.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:34 AM CDT up reply actions  

Dominique Franks

are falling quite a bit

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 9:33 AM CDT reply actions  

And you know what?

Al Davis pulled the trigger at the right time.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:34 AM CDT up reply actions  

great move

Damn, what is with the Raiders making good moves?

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 9:35 AM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe he finally learned his lesson

Only took 30 years

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:35 AM CDT up reply actions  

12 more picks to Texans

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 24, 2010 9:35 AM CDT reply actions  

So is Al Davis Still Sleeping??

Raiders are drafting fine this year, maybe he slept in?

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 9:36 AM CDT reply actions  

Jags on the clock

They’ll take another Dt.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:36 AM CDT reply actions  

It's a joke

All they’ve done is draft DTs.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:39 AM CDT up reply actions  

I know it's a joke

just like the idea of taking a QB. Because what would make their fans more pissed than someone challenging Vince Young

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 9:40 AM CDT up reply actions  

Come on Jags!

give us something to laugh about

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 9:37 AM CDT reply actions  

Maybe they'll still pick Tim Tebow

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 9:38 AM CDT up reply actions  

You know Kiper has no idea...

when a long snapper is the 9th best player on his board at this point

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:39 AM CDT reply actions  

Jags trying to save payroll again...

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 24, 2010 9:40 AM CDT up reply actions  

The Raiders have done a great job.

I’m trying to figure out how though….

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:40 AM CDT up reply actions  

Okay

Al’s on board in round 4: Campbell and Ford are Al guys.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:40 AM CDT up reply actions  

Way to go Al Davis

So Cable took the first three rounds and gave Davis the rest of the draft

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 9:41 AM CDT up reply actions  

Jacoby Ford

THERES the Al Davis I know

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:40 AM CDT reply actions  

Re: Al

He’s still grabbing the speed demons; he’s just not doing it with a top ten pick.

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

by Tim on Apr 24, 2010 9:41 AM CDT up reply actions  

No doubt

HE’S MADE IT OUT FOLKS, HIDE YOUR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

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by UofTOrange on Apr 24, 2010 9:41 AM CDT up reply actions  

pushes last season's No. 1 to the bench

Heyward-Bey becomes trade bait…

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 24, 2010 9:44 AM CDT up reply actions  

Re: Raiders pick
Adam_Schefter
  
To get up to Jacksonville’s spot, Raiders traded a 5th round pick and LB Kirk Morrison to get Jacoby Ford. #nfldraft

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:43 AM CDT reply actions  

Think that's a solid get for the Jags.

Makes sense for Oakland since they took McClain

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:44 AM CDT up reply actions  

what

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 9:44 AM CDT up reply actions  

I love it

It’s better on FSN since they can go more in-depth with an hour.

- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter

by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:45 AM CDT up reply actions  

Darrell Stuckey

to the chargers

If at first you don't succeed, draft, draft again

by Antho10000 on Apr 24, 2010 9:46 AM CDT reply actions  

FS Stuckey to Chargers

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 24, 2010 9:46 AM CDT reply actions  

Thurmond to Seattle

Is that some PAC-10 bias I smell?

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:47 AM CDT reply actions  

So At 118...

Cam Thomas? Petrus?

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

by Tim on Apr 24, 2010 9:48 AM CDT reply actions  

FS Robert Johnson

It almost has to be.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:48 AM CDT up reply actions  

Why would we start drafting safeties now?

You might as well say we have a chance at Cam Thomas.

- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter

by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 9:49 AM CDT up reply actions  

On the grocery list

They still need a FS. I just have to believe now is when they pull the trigger.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:50 AM CDT up reply actions  

ESPN on Sharpton

What he brings: There’s a lot to like about Sharpton’s toughness and motor. He has to work on his ability to read keys, diagnose plays and locate the ball. He has the potential to become an effective reserve and special teams player.

by leacheatsbabies on Apr 24, 2010 9:51 AM CDT reply actions  

They just gave him a nice contract

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 24, 2010 9:54 AM CDT up reply actions  

Eric Winston on Sharpton:
Daryl Sharpton coming to the Texans!! We called him “Radio” back in the day. Lol. He is fast, can play SP, and has an extremely hard head

by Mike Kerns on Apr 24, 2010 9:52 AM CDT reply actions  

haha NO not RADIO

he’s going to supplant VY as “radio” on this board.

by leacheatsbabies on Apr 24, 2010 9:53 AM CDT up reply actions  

McKnight?

So are they trading Washington then?

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 9:52 AM CDT reply actions  

cya Leon Washington

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 9:52 AM CDT reply actions  

They may cut him

They cut Alan Faneca yesterday

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by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:53 AM CDT up reply actions  

Joe McKnight To NYJ?

Odd.

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

by Tim on Apr 24, 2010 9:52 AM CDT reply actions  

Who's a 7th round projection at FS?

I say they pick that guy

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 9:57 AM CDT up reply actions  

Robert Johnson

gotta have someone ready to play when Wilson goes down.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 9:57 AM CDT reply actions  

yep

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 24, 2010 9:58 AM CDT up reply actions  

I think the Ravens, Giants, Steelers and Falcons all need TEs...

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 24, 2010 9:57 AM CDT reply actions  

I'm not sure Zgonina has been put out to pasture yet

DT is still on the menu, too….

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 24, 2010 10:00 AM CDT reply actions  

We have Frank Okam....hmmm

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 24, 2010 10:01 AM CDT up reply actions  

I would disagree

They had a shopping list and are getting it. They only made 1 dumb pick.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:01 AM CDT up reply actions  

I wouldn't even really say it was 'dumb'

What I prefered? No, but I’ll stick with ‘they knew what they were doing’

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 10:02 AM CDT up reply actions  

Time to pick a QB?

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 24, 2010 10:01 AM CDT up reply actions  

looks like back to back commercials...

Cause by the time we get back to the draft Houston will be up

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 10:01 AM CDT reply actions  

Adam_Schefter
  
With all these veterans being shipped out today, look for Jacksonville DT John Henderson to go as well. #nfldraft

at least he would be a force against Jax?

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 10:03 AM CDT reply actions  

Counterpoint

He is over 300 pounds and plays DT.

Ergo, irrelevant to the Texans

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 10:04 AM CDT up reply actions  

ON THE CLOCK

for another absolutely irrelevant pick..

by leacheatsbabies on Apr 24, 2010 10:04 AM CDT reply actions  

Alright!

Let’s go F150 commercials!

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 10:05 AM CDT reply actions  

Atlanta takes Joe Hawley

and Houston is on the clock

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:05 AM CDT reply actions  

Joe Hawley is out

Damn, I’d built my whole draft around him.

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 10:05 AM CDT reply actions  

Lowest grade I've seen so far, 2.0

Here comes an add…

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 24, 2010 10:07 AM CDT up reply actions  

Owusu-Ansah, Akwasi

please

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 10:06 AM CDT reply actions  

ok this cant be a coincidence

they go to commercial every pick we have.

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 10:07 AM CDT reply actions  

Time delay, it may work out...

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 24, 2010 10:07 AM CDT up reply actions  

steelers not picking CB.. i dont get it

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 10:07 AM CDT reply actions  

Isn't that where OD is from?

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 24, 2010 10:09 AM CDT up reply actions  

of course...

TE… why the hell not?

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.

by Kiratomi on Apr 24, 2010 10:08 AM CDT reply actions  

OMG

Die hard Texan fan from the heart of Denmark!

by zala on Apr 24, 2010 10:08 AM CDT reply actions  

a TE?

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 10:08 AM CDT reply actions  

TE!!!

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 24, 2010 10:08 AM CDT reply actions  

Garrett Graham, TE?!?

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 10:08 AM CDT reply actions  

Yep

they are getting rid of Daniels.

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:09 AM CDT reply actions  

The last time we took a 4th round TE from Wisconsin? Owen Daniels.

This move reeks of stupidity though.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:09 AM CDT reply actions  

WTF

why are they doing this to me? why are they fucking up all the good trades they did yesterday???? DAMNIT

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by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 10:09 AM CDT reply actions  

6'3", 243 ....must be a pass-catcher and not a blocker

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 24, 2010 10:10 AM CDT up reply actions  

Who's taking over our draft, Martians?

If at first you don't succeed, draft, draft again

by Antho10000 on Apr 24, 2010 10:10 AM CDT reply actions  

Now I am a happy camper

Garret Graham of Wisconsin is the best TE in the draft

Looks like only me and the Texans knew it

He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is

by WarWolf on Apr 24, 2010 10:10 AM CDT reply actions  

VIA scurfield

Daniels and Anthony Hill are coming off of ACL injuries, and TE Joel Dreessen had shoulder surgery after the season

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.

by Kiratomi on Apr 24, 2010 10:10 AM CDT up reply actions  

REACH ALERT:

Graham was a projected 6th round TE.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:10 AM CDT reply actions  

wtf

did mcnair and al davis switch teams? it feels like smith is running the raiders draft and al davis is running ours, except the guys he picking arent abnormaly fast

by kmartinez on Apr 24, 2010 10:13 AM CDT up reply actions  

they were wrong

He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is

by WarWolf on Apr 24, 2010 10:13 AM CDT up reply actions  

Bargaining Chip

In the OD Deal?? Would you be happy about the TE if it resulted in OD signing for 5-10 million less?

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 10:10 AM CDT reply actions  

No.

We have enough. More than enough. This is stupid.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:11 AM CDT up reply actions  

this is stupid

we are not gonna carry 5 TEs on our active roster so wtf was the point in this pick?

Be judgmental about the actions of the past, be hopeful about the actions of the future. -The Homers Creed

by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 10:11 AM CDT reply actions  

Obviously

by having 6 TE’s, we’ll get the best out of the 3 we sign…

by ynnhoj on Apr 24, 2010 10:12 AM CDT up reply actions  

Unless Smithiak Is Going To Tie Graham Down And Force-Feed Him Doughnuts

Until he’s big enough to play on the OL, I’m not digging this pick.

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

by Tim on Apr 24, 2010 10:11 AM CDT reply actions  

great hands - many TDs clutch player fine blocker

Garrett Graham #89 TE

2009 STATS
RECEPTIONS YARDS TOUCHDOWNS
51 624 7

CAREER STATS
RECEPTIONS YDS TOUCHDOWNS
121 1,492 16
Birth Date August 4, 1986
Hometown BRICK, NJ
Height 6-4
Weight 248 lbs.

Age 23
Class Senior
ProfileStatsGame Log
Stats Overview Receiving Rushing Fumbles
YEAR REC YDS AVG LNG TD ATT YDS AVG LNG TD FUM LST
2007 30 328 10.9 25 4 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2008 40 540 13.5 45 5 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2009 51 624 12.2 27 7 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0

He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is

by WarWolf on Apr 24, 2010 10:12 AM CDT reply actions  

should be interesting
HoustonTexans
  
TE coach Brian Pariani and LB coach Johnny Holland will be live shortly to talk about the 4th rounders … http://www.houstontexans.com/tv/

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by zala on Apr 24, 2010 10:15 AM CDT reply actions  

they are talking about it

Because they have Smith and Kubiak tied up in the closet and have made these terrible picks for us right? right?

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by DaGoaT on Apr 24, 2010 10:17 AM CDT up reply actions  

Guys based on NFl.com player ranking

teams are making bigger reaches then us by alot

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 10:15 AM CDT reply actions  

maybe

daniels had a bump in the road to rehab and right now last years rookies are the only 100% healthy ones, shit still hardly makes sense

by kmartinez on Apr 24, 2010 10:16 AM CDT reply actions  

He fits the Leader / High Character profile

2009: Wisconsin names him team captain and Co-MVP.

- tyler

by bullpen116 on Apr 24, 2010 10:16 AM CDT reply actions  

Graham was my fav college player this year - glad he is a Texan !

He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is

by WarWolf on Apr 24, 2010 10:19 AM CDT up reply actions  

o line

r the texans happy with our o line. i thought we needed help there.wtfffffffffffffff

DMUNOZ

by dmunozimatxan on Apr 24, 2010 10:19 AM CDT reply actions  

I'm getting called out on Twitter for hating this pick
you didn’t even know who Earl Mitchell was, so how can you even comment. I’m vert impressed to this point.

by Mike Kerns on Apr 24, 2010 10:21 AM CDT reply actions  

Nothing better than being called out

By someone who can’t spell ‘very’

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 10:22 AM CDT up reply actions  

Like I said in the dedicated thread

I LIKE the player.

I just don’t see where he fits.

- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter

by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 10:22 AM CDT reply actions  

He's a fine player

but we just signed a 4th TE yesterday. We now have 5? It’s kind of a joke.

We need a G, C, and FS…..and we went ILB and TE…..if this were round 6, I’d be happy. But it’s round 4 and there’s still good talent on the board.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe they'll trade up to grab Johnson

I think I can forgive all as long as they get Johnson

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:25 AM CDT up reply actions  

reading about this guy

i kinda like the pick, he sounds like a huge ass wide reciever, nice weapon for schaub . Im thinking kubiac is under the impression, when healthy, and our free agent signing our line is good

by kmartinez on Apr 24, 2010 10:22 AM CDT reply actions  

Reporter: Can he be a back-up FB?

“No, he’s a TE. Strictly a TE.”

Reporter: What do you do when they’re all healthy?

“Let them compete.”

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:26 AM CDT up reply actions  

ah yes

because TE is the offensive equivalent to CB

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:27 AM CDT up reply actions  

The TE Coach sounds awful.

There’s essentially no need for that pick.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:28 AM CDT up reply actions  

As for the ILB?

He’ll be a back-up, special teamer, and may compete with Zac Diles.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:27 AM CDT reply actions  

The ILB coach at least makes sense

He may compete with Diles, they only have 6 LBs on the roster……

The TE coach sounds blunderful.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:29 AM CDT up reply actions  

By the way

New thread will be up at the conclusion of Round 4, in case anyone was wondering.

- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter

by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 10:31 AM CDT reply actions  

thanks for th heads up

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.

by Kiratomi on Apr 24, 2010 10:33 AM CDT up reply actions  

Great pick by Carolina

So much value.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:33 AM CDT up reply actions  

must be nice getting value in the fourth.....

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.

by Kiratomi on Apr 24, 2010 10:34 AM CDT up reply actions  

Watching this highlight reel...

why didn’t we take him?

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:35 AM CDT up reply actions  

in Smithiak i trust...

other than that TE option, i dont care at this point how great he is, we do NOT need another TE

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.

by Kiratomi on Apr 24, 2010 10:36 AM CDT up reply actions  

How many picks to we have left?

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 10:35 AM CDT reply actions  

4

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:36 AM CDT up reply actions  

2 5ths

and one in each of the last 2 rounds?

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 10:37 AM CDT up reply actions  

5, 6, 6, 7

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:38 AM CDT up reply actions  

Sweet.

Maybe we’ll get another TE in the 6th

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by Autra on Apr 24, 2010 10:38 AM CDT up reply actions  

Ways I can tell I'm hungry:

Double Down starting to look appealing

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by riversmccown on Apr 24, 2010 10:37 AM CDT reply actions   1 recs

so long bun...

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 24, 2010 10:39 AM CDT up reply actions  

Its not THAT bad

You will feel dirty afterwords though

Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.

by nolander on Apr 24, 2010 10:42 AM CDT up reply actions  

Damnit

what’s with this fourth round. Watch Robert Johnson go next

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:40 AM CDT up reply actions  

I kept thinking

“Dallas is gonna take Robert Johnson and I’m gonna snap.”

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:41 AM CDT up reply actions  

I'm looking at Cincy right now

not as bad as Dallas but still, we could have had him.

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:41 AM CDT up reply actions  

Eugene Wilson is good

Although injury prone

Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.

by nolander on Apr 24, 2010 10:42 AM CDT up reply actions  

don't forget old

Look at it this way, if he was not already a Texan and out on the free agent field, the Texans would run away from him….damn, this is a draft need!

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 24, 2010 10:44 AM CDT up reply actions  

He isn't that old

We still need safety depth, but I just tend to stand up fo EW against those who thinks he is no good.

Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.

by nolander on Apr 24, 2010 10:46 AM CDT up reply actions  

Let's see if he is on the field or on IR by the 5th game of the season...

my money is IR and we will be wondering who we can pick up for depth…like last year??? remember? Busing?

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 24, 2010 10:48 AM CDT up reply actions  

I THINK THEYRE FULL OF SHIT

and OD has the knees of a 70 year old man once took a look after the injury, only thing that makes sense is if they are doubting his ability to return until mid-season

by kmartinez on Apr 24, 2010 10:41 AM CDT reply actions  

So Johnson and Petrus are still available?

Rudimentary creatures of flesh and blood, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding.

by nolander on Apr 24, 2010 10:44 AM CDT reply actions  

Yup.

Will they take either in round 5? No. We’ll draft a QB probably. Or a FB.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:45 AM CDT up reply actions  

Yes

and we have an early pick in the 5th

Die hard Texan fan from the heart of Denmark!

by zala on Apr 24, 2010 10:45 AM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed

I think Seattle has had one of the best drafts so far, with cleveland

You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB

by Texans-Brocos on Apr 24, 2010 10:46 AM CDT up reply actions  

Seattle and Detoit are rocking it.

Carolina hasn’t done too bad either.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:47 AM CDT up reply actions  

I'll continue to beat the Robert Johnson drum

until they pass on him again and confirm that he bombed the interview.

"Lord, beer me strength."

by TexansDC on Apr 24, 2010 10:48 AM CDT up reply actions  

I'm going Petrus still

at least we can go Darren Sharper in FA. Who is the best OG available? Pitts?

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:49 AM CDT up reply actions  

I want pitts back

he was a solid guy every time

You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB

by Texans-Brocos on Apr 24, 2010 10:50 AM CDT up reply actions  

No doubt I want him back too

but microfracture surgery is not a quick recovery

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:50 AM CDT up reply actions  

Well i want a safety but a ballhawking saftey

Donovan Warren can play CB and S so maybe

living the Texas dream

by Joe25 on Apr 24, 2010 10:50 AM CDT up reply actions  

that's true

there is still Warren and Franks. So we can still grab some guys

by theaxeeffect4311 on Apr 24, 2010 10:52 AM CDT up reply actions  

haha

LanceZ thought we had draftet both Moeaki and Graham at TE.

Die hard Texan fan from the heart of Denmark!

by zala on Apr 24, 2010 10:51 AM CDT reply actions  

Sharper

Schefter is saying lots of teams showing interest in Darrne Sharper. Wonder if we are one of them.

by Mike Kerns on Apr 24, 2010 10:52 AM CDT reply actions  

We better

if we are not going to draft one that is

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