Introduce Yourself (Right On!)
With a new season on the horizon, and optimism the highest it will likely be in all of 2010, traffic is steadily growing here on Battle Red Blog. This is a request from us for you to register and get involved in the conversation. The majority of most blogs, message boards and other team communities have their fair share of lurkers. That's to be expected. But this is us asking you to not be scurred and let your voice be heard.
Seriously, it takes under a minute to register with SB Nation, and it's free. Sure, you'll open yourself up to possible ridicule or debate, but that's what makes sports great, isn't it? We have some of the most passionate fans I've ever seen around here and we're always looking for a few more.
Don't be afraid of post count or rep or any of that garbage here; that isn't taken into account. Sure, MDC, Rivers and bfd may seem like big grumpy predators, but I assure you that they're just a handful of the sweetest guys you'll ever talk Texans football with. Real teddy bears...so take a minute, register and, as Chuck Mosley once said, introduce yourself (Right On!).
475 comments
|
3 recs |
Do you like this story?
Comments
howdy!!
well…guess i’m first….i’m a long time lurker and just a few time poster.
i have a blast reading and i usually don’t comment unless i feel strongly about something.
with the knowledge you guys have, most of the bases are covered anyway.
by the way, i’ve got my wife and friends using the BRB™ vocabulary in Texans related conversation now (BESFs, Radio, Jakespeare, etc.) so keep ’em coming!
by buckaroo_banzai on Aug 5, 2010 7:51 AM CDT reply actions 8 recs
Welcome in, Buckaroo
Happy to have you here. Looking forward to reading more from you in the future.
Rec'd
As I do for any new user. Welcome.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:18 AM CDT up reply actions
That's Tim
Seems like a nice guy at first. Giving out Recs. Being all friendly. Then he gets hopped up on Zima and tries to molest your dog.
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
by papabear on Aug 5, 2010 10:44 AM CDT up reply actions 6 recs
Rec'd
Wait…what?
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
Thanks Guys!!
i’ll keep fighting the good fight against all the cowbags fans here in west texas (midland- odessa area)
i’m excited about finally seeing preseason games out here, as it’s never happened in this area before (without directv or dish). i used to have to get NFL sunday ticket just to watch most Texans games.
"No matter where you go....There you are" - Buckaroo Banzai
by buckaroo_banzai on Aug 5, 2010 10:59 AM CDT up reply actions
That's a little too friendly, what?
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Will always rec'd a delurked lurker
Did that make sense? Do I ever?
Welcome buckaroo, hope to hear more from ya
Heya
Hey, I’m Bonzo. I’ve been lurking since week 15 or so of last season. I just signed up, so I haven’t commented at all. I started following the Texans around 2007 and I got Season Tix this year! Can’t wait till August 28th (first home preseason game)!
I’ll be commenting from now, I guess. So I’ll see you guys around the site!
by .Bonzo on Aug 5, 2010 8:18 AM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Welcome, Bonzo
Congrats on the season tickets, and hope we get to put a face with the name at a tailgate this year.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 8:40 AM CDT up reply actions
By lot you mean?
Parking? Green Lot. I’m in Section 105, Row A. It cost a shitload, but I really believe these guys can make the playoffs.
I'm In Green Too
Don’t mind Kerns. When he inevitably asks you if you think you’re better than him, just do what I do: Put the snifter of brandy down, adjust the ascot, and reply, nose turned up ever so slightly, “As a matter of fact, my good man, yes. Yes, I do.”
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 12:10 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
That's the necter of Durga you blasphemer!
I am Sancho
by HoustonTransplant on Aug 5, 2010 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Season tix?
Can I haz some?
Lucky bastard.
On to more important things, welcome .Bonzo! And yeah congrats on the season tix that you’ll eventually share with me. AMIRITE?!
Introduction
Hello everbody! I’ve been reading your comments on various blogs for around a year now. I’ve actually started to join a couple of times and something always came up but now I’m here and will begin to participate. I was born and raised in the Bayou City and have always had a love for football. From Luv Ya Blue to present, if it’s Houston, I’m rooting for a win. I know it’s been nearly a decade now but, Thank God there’s football in Houston again!
See ya!
by Mikus318 on Aug 5, 2010 8:24 AM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Welcome, Mikus
Glad you registered, and look forward to reading more from you in the near future.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 8:40 AM CDT up reply actions
Goo'd
Damn….3 times in 1 day…
Love when we have an “out with the lurkers” thread….we always add some serious participants after that.
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
be carefull your not 19 anymore
you might pull something
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
Welcome aboard!
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
What happens when an unstoppable force meets three defensive players? THIS: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpWqMqrZwTU
by TexansForever on Aug 5, 2010 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Well pretty sure some of you know me.
Anyways Hi i am southpaw and i am a recovering rosencopter fan. Naw but for real i think i have been on here for two or three years now. I love all the topics. This is what gets to me i recenctly move from Houston and now in San Antoino and just hope i can see them play. Hey and BRB lets put up the sayings again for new folks.
by southpaw70 on Aug 5, 2010 8:52 AM CDT reply actions 5 recs
Welcome, Southpaw
By “the sayings,” are you referring to the BRB Glossary? Because it’s permanently linked along the left sidebar of the main page.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 8:54 AM CDT up reply actions
(Walks To Imaginary Microphone)
I don’t think I did this on any of the other “Introduce Yourself” threads, so now’s as good a time as any…
My name’s Tim (not my real name, of course…this is the internet, so we must remain vigilant in guarding our privacy, because, you know, identity theft and/or chat roulette). I grew up in Katy, went to college on the Forty Acres (which is why I can never bring myself to hate Vince Young), came back to Houston to attend trade school, and now work in the private sector here, where I aspire to mold a career that would make Lionel Hutz proud.
I’ve been fortunate (cursed?) enough to be immersed in the world of Texans fandom since the inaugural season, and with the help of everyone who reads and comments here, have been privileged to help BRB grow since it opened its doors in 2007. Here’s hoping the 2010 season is the one that causes me to change my sig line.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 8:52 AM CDT reply actions 2 recs
Guess I'll follow Tim's (or whatever his real name is) lead
I’m Mike, and I’m a Leo. I enjoy long walks on the beach, reading, writing and the torment of being a Houston sports fan. But unlike the majority of fans in Houston, i am fiercely loyal. Good or bad, win or lose, that’s my team.
I moved here from Atlanta, Georgia in 1993 but always had family in Houston. So I’d always rooted for teams from both cities. So the transition was quite an easy one for me. Yes, I write for a handful of other sites and do an independent podcast show, but BRB was “my big break” into the Houston sorts blogosphere and will always be my first blogging love. But I do actually have a real job as a financial accountant in West Houston. Unlike Tim and bfd, I was too busy chasing tail in high school to have a high enough GPA to go to Burnt Orange Nation for college. So, like Rivers, I paid my own way through college as a U of H Cougar and majored in Finance with a Minor in Journalism.
I’ve been a Texans season ticket holder since day 1 and have been an avid yellow lot tailgater for that long as well. If you’re ever in the yellow lot, give me a heads up and come have a beer.
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 9:09 AM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
Mike - where do you hang out in the Yellow? I am a creature of habit and am usually in the outer grass area
Would like to stop by and say hi this season.
It took the Astros 44 years to get to the Series, the Oilers-Texans are due to get to the big dance...Go Texans!!!!!
by oiler-texan diehard on Aug 7, 2010 9:35 AM CDT up reply actions
We're usually real close to the "31" marker
On the grass. Really just depends on how early we get there. I’d like to be there at 8am every time, but when you ride with others, you can’t always control that. But give me a shout this season and stop by.
You are more dedicated than I
Through no fault of my own, rarely do I get there before 8:45 – 9:00. Will try to look you up early in the season.
The 31 marker is on the inner grass area I take it?
It took the Astros 44 years to get to the Series, the Oilers-Texans are due to get to the big dance...Go Texans!!!!!
by oiler-texan diehard on Aug 8, 2010 10:09 PM CDT up reply actions
I didn't know
You were from Katy. I am too. Family still lives there.
Yup...Katy High School Grad
My folks still live out there as well.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:17 AM CDT up reply actions
I went to Taylor
Transferred to Cinco when they opened it, and graduated there.
Re: Cinco
They were building it when I was there, I believe, but it hadn’t opened yet. Back in those days, there were just three KISD high schools. Now, there’s, like, 72.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:24 AM CDT up reply actions
Katy
I went to Hutsell Elementary and Katy Jr. High back in the day.
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
We're Taking Over!
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:39 AM CDT up reply actions
Man I like totally live in Katy now, isn't that awsome!
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 5, 2010 10:27 AM CDT up reply actions
Ya, I got it 5 is fine
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 5, 2010 11:29 AM CDT up reply actions
Perhaps
If you’re willing to pay additional dues every month.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:02 AM CDT up reply actions
And the Grand Parkway
Is no longer suitable for drag racing. It’s a tragedy.
Ha!
I grew up along the Grand Parkway. It is VERY different now, and I shudder for the children who’ll never know the glory of what used to be there.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:44 AM CDT up reply actions
i was in katy for my early childhood i loved it
i pass by and show my wife and kids and say see this was not here and this and this. they like u old . o well glad to see it is moving up.
Keep it under the writers thread.
My name is Rivers. I have a pretty transparent life, or at least I’d like to think so. I grew up in Houston, went to Bellaire and did terribly because of depressing family issues, so I went to UH for college, majoring in Creative Writing and “not finishing my degree solely because the foreign language department is run by anal retentive people that want me to repeat things”. I will probably not die in the city, but I’m living here until I get the money or the chops to go somewhere else.
It’s pretty easy to say you’re a Texans fan for life when they haven’t even existed a decade yet, so I’ll say that football is not my first love at all. I’m a diehard Mets fan (family in NY and they passed that curse on to me) and always thought I’d be a baseball writer, but that has been well covered compared to football and basketball. I started charting for Football Outsiders in 2007, doing Texans games, and eventually outed myself on DGDB&D after seeing it on Deadspin. I always considered football a fun side gig more than anything until 2009, when I actually just let myself work on it first and foremost. Ergo, like Connor Barwin, I’m a bit raw still. I’ve dug myself a nice little niche and I’m ready to dig even further into it this season. Hopefully it takes me somewhere fun and exciting (and paying enough that I can live on), I guess you can say it’s sorta my shot at the dream life. I also peddle my wares on SB Nation Houston, which means you don’t have to put up with me as much as you would otherwise. Lucky you!
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter | SB Nation Houston | Battle Red Blog
by riversmccown on Aug 5, 2010 11:44 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
Houston Texans, give this man some credentials!
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 Aug 5, 2010 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions 6 recs
Couldn't Agree More
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions
rivers reminds me of......
this guy. lol

"don't taze me bro!!!!!!!!!!"
http://www.twitter.com/doobieman21
Do the Truffle Shuffle!
DO THE TRUFFLE SHUFFLE
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Hi there
My name is tehGrindCrusher, although since we’re all friends here, you can call me tGC. This is my third season as a member of BRB; I’ve been a writer since the beginning of the offseason. I’m writing this to you on vacation in Wales, but I really live in the State of Qatar.
My Texas roots run deep: I was born and raised in Houston and went to college in San Antonio (Trinity). However, I’ve lived all around the world since I left college and am something of a professional nomad. I’ve been to places as interesting as Dominica, Vanuatu and Bhutan, but still miss Texas every day.
I started following sports in the early 80s, when I went to my first Astros game in the dome. For many years the Astros were my first love but I got into the Rockets and Oilers as well. I probably started following the Oilers in the mid-80s when they still sucked and really enjoyed watching them get good – the Wild Card victory over the Seahawks is still one of my favorite memories. Of course they were a very painful team to root for as well, as we all know.
Over the years I got tired of pro hoops and in recent years the Astros have lost their soul, but thankfully the Texans have filled that gap, if somewhat painfully. I’m also a charter member of the BRB soccer underground (in fact, I think DisplacedTexan and I are the founding members of that club), and in fact, the only team that I support with as much passion as the Texans is Ajax Amsterdam, the giants of Dutch soccer.
I have a lot of other interests outside of football, too many to mention really, but the most prominent ones are climbing (I managed to get some good climbing done here in Wales), poker, surfing and barbeque.
I look forward to sharing the upcoming season with all my fellow BRBers.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
Goo'd for Lionel Hutz
The law…talking…guy.
[Sheds tear for Phil Hartman]
"I like watching the old naked couple on public access...until the guy stands up, then it sux." ~ BFD
Intro.
Good Morning everyone.
I chime in from time to time. I have been on BRB for awhile now, but I usually sit back and read what everyone is chatting about. I worked for the Texans for their first two seasons and I have been hooked ever since then. It took some convincing, but I converted my wife into a Texans fan. We live on the west coast (North County San Diego), so on Sunday’s we are usually spotted in a sports bar before 10 am. I must say I love this site. I thought I would go crazy my first year out here, because I couldn’t get any “good” information on the Texans, thankfully I stumbled upon BRB. I just want to say thanks to Tim, BFD, Kearns, MDC and Rivers for making this the best source for our Houston Texans. (I hope I didnt leave anyone out, it’s 7 in the morning here)
If there are any Texan fans in San Diego, hit me up.
by Jahon on Aug 5, 2010 8:54 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Thanks, Jahon
Aside from having to get up early on Sundays from September to January, there are few downsides to life in San Diego. Well, cost of living too, I guess, but man…it’s freaking gorgeous out there.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:00 AM CDT up reply actions
Don't forget...
earthquakes. They have been off the chain as of lately. In the past few months, I believe we have felt 4 or 5.
Pussy
Seriously, once you have been through one you hardly even blink the next time. I don’t think I’ve ever had a single thing damaged/injured in an earthquake and I’ve been in socal for 24 years.
We get it already
You must have a HUUUUUUUGE penis.
Heh
Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.
not reccin' that with a 10' pole....
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
I didn't say I actually SAW him wearing crocs...
Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.
I'm Irish, not German
No “a” in KERNS. But that’s okay, Jahon. I’ll let it slide since you obviously didn’t have your coffee yet.
Ha
Just busting balls, my friend.
You’d be surprised how many people spell my last name with an “a” in it. Hell, I’ve been with this company for seven years and got a memo the other day where my last name was spelled like that. Shit happens.
Yeh, watch out for this guys Irish temper, 'specially after he's done his P90X thing....
Probably sporting some guns (biceps, to clarify), too
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Ha Ha
and watch out for Rip’s mood swings. We secretly call him BiPolar Bear.
And the only guns I’m sporting are 2nd amendment ones. It is Texas after all…
Then we have something in common
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
correction - some things.....
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Until you go through life trying to get people to understand how to spell McCown
You’ve been through nothing.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter | SB Nation Houston | Battle Red Blog
by riversmccown on Aug 5, 2010 11:50 AM CDT up reply actions
McGowen, McGowan, McCowen, McCowan, McCoon
Are the five most common.
Everyone wants to add a vowel.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter | SB Nation Houston | Battle Red Blog
by riversmccown on Aug 5, 2010 12:02 PM CDT up reply actions
McCoon?
LOLOLOLOLOL!!!
Okay, even if that’s wrong I would let them say it just to get a laugh in here and there.
Rivers McCoon!
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.
Facebook.com
by Kiratomi on Aug 5, 2010 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions 7 recs
Hah
people try to spell my last name all weird, like Noland is just to simple, there just has to be a k or a w in there somewhere. In their defense that is the old time way of spelling it, but still.
You're complaining about McCown?
I hated high school because half of my teachers and all of the subs have dyslexia.
Teacher: Let’s do the roll call. Anderson?
Anderson: Here.
Teacher: Asians? Asians? Is there a Jordan Asians here?
Me: UGH.
That's not dyslexia...
That’s just your teachers having a damn fun time at your expense.
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Did you come by Austin?
Man, sorry if I missed you.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Gotta rec'd a Texan fan in Cali
I feel your pain. This is gonna be my first season living away from Houston, it’s gonna be tough but with ze internet; I think i can manage.
John McClain
It has been a while. Haven’t commented because I have been busy at work and forgot my password. Just reset it so here I am. It is a good time in Houston with our Football team looking up. We have a solid core of bad ass players with tons of upside. We have veterans that set a great example of working hard and putting the team first. We also have a some playes that have a fired up smash’em in the mouth attitude that will help make the difference. Good times!!
My biggest problem with this blog is the disrespect of John McClain. I met him a few years ago because I work in the building with the radio stations, and he is a stand up guy. He always has time to chat about the NFL, and truly has our team close to his heart. He knew my son was a Demeco fan and got him a chance to meet him and get his Jersey signed. He alsways has an Armed Forces Vet recently back from war get VIP treatment at a Texans game. He does tons of charity work behind the scenes. Quit hating on the guy because he has a bad ass job or for whatever your reason.
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
by USMC_Texas on Aug 5, 2010 9:06 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Welcome back in, man
As far as the McClain disrespect, you must realize that none of us know him on a personal level. Some just don’t like his “insider” attitude. To me, it’s just poking fun. I can’t speak for the other writers here. But when it comes to Richard Justice, that’s all 100% white hot hate from me.
RJ
That guy loves people to hate him… True enough.
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
Then I guess he's winning
Because I can’t stop…
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 9:27 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Reading this, I just realized something....
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
The problem most people here have with the guys at the Chronicle mostly stem from the type of coverage they give the Texans
Justice is on record saying he’s doing his job if people hate him, and McClain seems to be nothing more than a mouthpiece for the front office. The biggest thing is that most people here are looking for more hardcore coverage. We want every detail. We want to analyze every play. The problem is that the Chronicle writers are aiming at a more casual audience for the most part…with occasional get people mad to generate page hits/comments post written in.
I don’t hate McClain. I get tired of his “I remember when” stories. I get tired of how often he repeats things “Glover Quinn didn’t allow a TD last year”, and I don’t think he brings much to the table. If he breaks a story it’s because the Texans were ready for him to break it.
I think Justice can do some good things, but mostly reverts to writing whatever creates the most shock value versus honest analysis. In his defense I think that’s what his boss wants him to do.
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
Re: McClain
Welcome back, USMC_Texas. Those are great stories about McClain, and I appreciate you sharing them. You won’t read me attacking the guy’s character.
In fact, not to speak for anyone else, but I don’t think it’s a case of people disliking McClain as a person. I think it’s a case of people souring on print media in general and complaining that McClain tends to be more of a mouthpiece for the organization than a third-party reporter. I take that criticism with a grain of salt, because many of my buddies tell me Smithiak could light my house on fire, tell me it’ll help the team, and I’d rationalize the move.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:16 AM CDT up reply actions
Tim is a "Yes Man."
Who works secretly for the Texans. Don’t fall for his lies!

by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 9:21 AM CDT up reply actions 5 recs
Rec'd
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:24 AM CDT up reply actions
Smithiak Told Me Not To
So I didn’t.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:27 AM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
that's not brilliant.
THIS is brilliant.

"don't taze me bro!!!!!!!!!!"
http://www.twitter.com/doobieman21
What else are you going to do
with the 3 hours it takes you to chew drink a whole one?
Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.
With Tim
I think he’s a great historian.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Dito toooo
I think John does a great job with 95% of his work, great historian, and has better access than almost anyone in the game. If anything I just think he lobs the guys over at the Texans a few too many soft balls. I think he is a good guy, i make sure to listen when I i know he’ll be on the radio.
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 5, 2010 10:34 AM CDT up reply actions
I criticize him, but it's out of respect... for the other guys on here at BRB
I don’t want to be seen as a Pancakes sympathizer. I like his stories. He has so many. But, I have found recently that they have started to become repetitious. It’s like, “Haven’t I heard this one before?”
But, yes, I have bandwagoned the theory that Pancakes is a Texans’ mouthpiece, especially around draft time when I do believe he is being used as the Texans’ smokescreen, putting stories out there for other teams to hear.
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
re: McClain
I’ll be the first to admit that I am pretty hard on the guy. But I’m 78% certain it has not really been on a personal level.
But I have absolutely ZERO professional respect for the lead NFL Writer of the 4th largest city in the States, when he can’t even get our players names correct. Much less the retarded softball questions that get asked at the press conferences.
Even the casual fan should expect a little more than that out of the paper’s “top dog” for the Texans.
/rant
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
^this
You can be an all around nice guy and still suck at your job. I do it everyday.
by ~Buck on Aug 5, 2010 11:29 AM CDT up reply actions 5 recs
That Made Me Laugh
Rec’d.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions
I respect your opinion
I am biased because I happen to like the stories from the Chron. Blind optimism. I read almost everything Texans anyway, so it doesn’t bother me to hear the propaganda. I know it for what it is. if you read the Chronicle, then the National stuff, then take the middle…..you have a pretty accurate idea of where we are. Plus I listen to 1560 when I can, so that is my true source for sports news and takes…..
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
Just to add on
I’m sure McClain is a nice guy, but I guess I see him as a symbol of MSM nowadays. He’s not good with facts, he doesn’t chase his stories very well, and he doesn’t put a lot of research or effort into his job. Plus, I find the mouthpiece idea to be very true.
And yeah, I’d love to have his job. I am not even denying the jealousy.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter | SB Nation Houston | Battle Red Blog
by riversmccown on Aug 5, 2010 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I'd love for you to have his job too
I feel like he’s gotten too comfortable….no competition in print, older, and established.
"Lord, beer me strength."
What the hell, we already had one South Park reference

THEY TOOK R JERBSSS?!???
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter | SB Nation Houston | Battle Red Blog
by riversmccown on Aug 5, 2010 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions 7 recs
oh let this get goo'd
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.
Facebook.com
So do ya'll update the BRB glossary.
i mean i know we got new names for new players like ice kareem but i do not want to do or say this but if he lays some monster hits can we call him DREAM KAREEM? Its not orignal but im just saying.
Re: BRB Glossary
Yeah, we do update it, and it does need to be updated. We’ll try to get it current before the regular season starts. To the extent anyone has ideas for additional entries, drop ’em in the Comments here.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:09 AM CDT up reply actions
Updating the glossary
Is on my to-do list.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 11:07 AM CDT up reply actions
You Have A To-Do List?
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions
He does! It's true.
tGC’s To Do List:
1. Taunt bfd about my trip
2. Ponder falcons and falconry
3. Talk shit about my trip to bfd. Remind him how awesome my trips are.
4. Repeat as necessary.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
by bigfatdrunk on Aug 5, 2010 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Did you know
That I just spent a week here?

I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Im telling you BFD
you’re long due for a vacation. Let me steer you in the right direction. Westward. Cali. San Francisco!
I spent a week here

I nearly cried when I saw it & realized I forgot to pack some SEMTEX & a RPG-7
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 5, 2010 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
the house that gay built.
tony homo and the romosexuals have late night parties that are reminiscent of elton john, richard simmons, AND rupaul all combined.
"don't taze me bro!!!!!!!!!!"
http://www.twitter.com/doobieman21
Don't you watch Deadliest Warrior?
SEMTEX gives you more bang for your buck
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 6, 2010 11:37 AM CDT up reply actions
My choice...
We get a really high-quality RC truck/car, and affix a sealed envelope to it.
Then we get a massive roll of Det-Cord, and mount it sideways on a pole in the parking lot….so that it may easily spin.
Then we tie the end of the Det-Cord securely around the waist of Jessica Simpson. We proceed to instruct Ms. Simpson that inside of that sealed envelope is the world’s greatest secrets to having a career….or talent, for that matter.
The RC truck/car is then remotely operated from the parking lot (we will have a BRB Raffle for the honors), and driven through all areas of Jerry-World. Of course, in her desperate attempt to secure that envelope, Ms. Simpson will weave a massive web of Det-Cord throughout the stadium.
Once the timer goes off, or we run out of beer (whichever happens 1st), then the Det-Cord shall be connected to the detonator and triggered.
The world is instantly a better place for all….especially the children.
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
by Shake on Aug 6, 2010 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Wouldn't it be easier to tie the Det-Cord around Romo & tell him there's a bunch of hot blondes nearby?
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 7, 2010 12:09 AM CDT up reply actions
Not untrue
However, there are many subtleties to my plan above.
For example, I fully expect Romo to be going down on Jerry in the owner’s box at the time of this event…..or at any time, for that matter.
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Here's another option
Tie the Det-Cord around Nate Newton (around his ankle preferably, or else you’d run out of cord) & gives him clues where you stashed about 400 lbs of marijuana & let him wander around the stadium before you detonate
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 8, 2010 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm with Nollie
Where was this pic taken, tGC?
I am Sancho
by HoustonTransplant on Aug 5, 2010 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Snowdonia National Park
North Wales.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 7, 2010 4:12 AM CDT up reply actions
It's more like a list of things to think about
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions
I still maintain
if Kareem’s good at jamming that he becomes Da Bisketmaker.
"Lord, beer me strength."
You mean pancakes right?
Naw all jokes aside im pretty sure none of us has a real promblem with him. It is all in fun and jokes. I too have heard he does good stuff for the city.
Exactly
Everyone makes fun of each other here, too. It isn’t just McClane. There isn’t a single thread goes by without making fun of my “man crush” or bfd’s baldness or Tim’s love affair with Zima’s and Coors Light. It’s just how we are different from a site that is corporate like the Chronicle or Sports Radio 610. Don’t take anything said in the comments or any nicknames given out too seriously.
Cool, I guess you can call me Jack Daniels because I am drunk right now.
Just kidding. I am fired up about going to practice this evening!
Go Texans!!
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
No, I mean John...
A class act all the way.
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
Sorry but everybody makes fun of people man u can call me ihop cuz i love me ihop.
Its nothing personal cuz pretty sure none of us have met the guy it’s just something to do.
No worries, I love me some French Toast...
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
am i the only one
that did a character voice and said this out loud?
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.
Facebook.com
oh..
damn…
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.
Facebook.com
Deny, deny, deny
It’s all about having the proper strategy
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
A co-worked....
described his affair confrontation strategy with his wife this way, lie, deny, and counter accuse.
For clarification purposes, he was the one having the affairs, wife was confronting him with some pretty damning evidence. Almost as good as a used condom in the trash and he and his wife didn’t use condoms.
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
I'll be your Huckleberry...
Displaced Houstonian in Iowa. Long-time lurker…1st time poster.
Surrounded by Chiefs…Bears…Vikings…Packers…Steelers…and the inevitable, nuisances that are Cowboys fans. Have found BRB to be the best fix for my Texans addiction; News, banter and points of view are always informative and entertaining(Thank you all). You’ve also confirmed my suspicions that “Pancakes” is a glad-hander and “RJ” is insane and perhaps a little retarded. Thanks for pointing me to Stradley and Lance Z. (and other links/sites) for some great information. I have found Football season to be the most difficult time to be away from “home” and floundering for information but you guys make me feel right in the thick of it. Thanks again!
by CTacc on Aug 5, 2010 9:20 AM CDT reply actions 8 recs
Great To Have You, CTacc
Glad we could be of service, and hope you’ll continue to comment here.
I’d also rec your comment twice if I could for the Tombstone reference.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:30 AM CDT up reply actions
I got him
You’re a daisy if you do…
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 9:34 AM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
It Would Appear The Strain Was More Than He Could Bear
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 9:38 AM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
500?
Must be a peach of hand…
All day, baby. All day.
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 9:45 AM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
So that is why you aren't wearing a bustle!
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
by USMC_Texas on Aug 5, 2010 9:56 AM CDT up reply actions 5 recs
I'm Powerless
Have to rec all of these.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 10:00 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
Why Ike, whatever do you mean?
Maybe poker’s just not your game Ike. I know! Let’s have a spelling contest!
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 10:05 AM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
Speaking of Tombstone
Did you know that the guy who played Ike – the tubby coward in that movie – is the SAME ACTOR who plays the big rocked-up villain in Avatar? Yep, same guy. Weird, huh?
Chris - www.HoustonDiehards.com
by HoustonDiehards on Aug 5, 2010 10:07 AM CDT up reply actions
Avatar?
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Same guy.


Chris - www.HoustonDiehards.com
by HoustonDiehards on Aug 5, 2010 10:32 AM CDT up reply actions
Dumb question...
Shouldn’t his hair grow over the scars?
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Don't ever question James Cameron!
"You got to believe in yourself. Hell, I believe I'm the best-looking guy in the world and I might be right."- Charles Barkley
by bone31crusher on Aug 5, 2010 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Heh, I still haven't seen either of him last two movies in their entirety.
I win.
Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.
Listen, Mr. Kansas Law Dog. Law don't go around here. Savvy?
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
by USMC_Texas on Aug 5, 2010 10:21 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
Yeah, I heard ya the first time...
Winner to the King, $500….
…Heh…shut up, Ike.
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 10:46 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
That's two recs
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
What is that now?
Twelve hands in a row? Holliday, son of a bitch, nobody’s that lucky.
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
by USMC_Texas on Aug 5, 2010 10:38 AM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
Why Ed does this mean we're not friends anymore?
You know Ed, if I thought you weren’t my friend… I just don’t think I could bear it…
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 10:47 AM CDT up reply actions 5 recs
Ah, yes. Well, this happens to be a nocturne.
You know, Frederic fucking Chopin
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
by USMC_Texas on Aug 5, 2010 11:55 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
Sorry, but my favorite movie of all time!
It takes a big man to walk away, but a bigger man to break his freaking jaw!
by USMC_Texas on Aug 5, 2010 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Nonsense, I have not yet begun to defile myself
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
by papabear on Aug 5, 2010 12:16 PM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
I know! Let's have a spelling contest!
"An open mind is like a fortress with it's gates unbarred and unguarded."
What happens when an unstoppable force meets three defensive players? THIS: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpWqMqrZwTU
by TexansForever on Aug 5, 2010 3:20 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I'll be at practice tonight as well.
Looking forward to meeting a few all of you.
Chris - www.HoustonDiehards.com
by HoustonDiehards on Aug 5, 2010 10:08 AM CDT reply actions
I'll be there too
Some how I got tricked into being Kern’s designated driver.
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 5, 2010 10:40 AM CDT up reply actions
It's never too hot for Guinness!
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 5, 2010 11:31 AM CDT up reply actions
Well, hello again.
I’m an infrequent poster, consistent reader, & fantasy fanatic that’s relocated to Waco.
Turn-ons: Robert Griffin III running the option, Schaub to Andre, Weight-speed
Turn-offs: Fumblitis, Rosencopters, Retiring-Unretiring-Retiring-Unretiring to a rival-Reportedly retiring-Attention whoring.
Never bring a BB gun to a lightsaber fight.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rkm0fut8C30
by jagur12 on Aug 5, 2010 10:11 AM CDT reply actions 6 recs
RG III
Makes me happy when not tearing his ACL in ways that it is hard for me to express in words.
RG III in the open field = thing of beauty
The only thing better than a BU bowl is Texans PLAYOFFS!!!
BTW, Waco is Cowgirl country. It sucks.
Never bring a BB gun to a lightsaber fight.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rkm0fut8C30
I spent
Seven years there. (Went to Baylor for Collge/Law School) I know well of their infiltration. On the upside, the Texans games are always on TV and Houston’s close enough to make a few each year.
But yes, BU in a Bowl and the Texans in the playoffs…I’m not sure I can handle that much excitement. Not sure my heart would hold up.
RosenClipBoard
I know it’s unpopular…but I have a soft spot in my heart for Sage. He’s the first Texans QB to ever actually go through his reads. I live near ISU and they are pretty proud of him. There’s some talk he gets his own BUTTER SCULPTURE in the Iowa State fair soon. Mmmmm…..
After the Dan O. Comments so far this year
I just hope that we aren’t wishing we had him back!
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 5, 2010 10:41 AM CDT up reply actions
I like Sage
He was awesome in interviews, and as bad as the Rosencopter hurt. I wouldn’t hesitate to bring him in as a back up if the Viks release him.
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
HERE GOES!
Like a lot of people, I don’t say much unless i feel strongly about something. LOVE the TEXANS. Been a follower of BRB for about a year now. Can’t wait for the season to start. I"M READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!
by Gotexans66 on Aug 5, 2010 10:32 AM CDT reply actions 5 recs
Welcome, GT66
Thanks for jumping in, and I hope to read more from you in the near future.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
HI! My Name Is...
… JohnB_in_ATX. Ha!
No seriously I’m just a guy born and raised in Northeast Houston moved to Austin after college. Had season tickets to the Oilers when I was a kid. Had my heart cut out when the Oilers moved when that idiot mayor we had didn’t want to help build a new stadium.
Been pulling for the Texans since Day 1. Been let down at times but I get over it quickly so dont mind me. I’ll be chiming in every once in a while. But usually with positive spins on things cause I guess thats just how I like to look at it.
Nothing but Texans Love. I follow evrybody on twitter. I can be followed @JohnB_in_ATX if you like.
Had a blog, stopped and havent started back cause I got so friggin busy at work and thats why I havent made ANY practices plus I have a baby on the way in December.
But IM STILL READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!!!
to hell with Favre watch … seriously!!! Favre watch deez nutz!!!
by JohnBinATX on Aug 5, 2010 10:38 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Welcome Back
And congrats on the forthcoming offspring.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Howdy!
My name is K.R. I’m a senior at Texas A&M, and I study English and Philosophy. Unlike most Aggies, I don’t hate UT because my dad went there, as well as my several other members of my family. I had planned to go there myself but got capped because I wasn’t in the top 10 percent of my class (I had a 3.77 GPA out of a max 4.0, and they wanted me to go to UTSA for a year).
I’ve lived in College Station for nearly 14 years. I grew up as a huge Oilers fan, unfortunately rooted for the Titans and Dolphins in the years during which Houston didn’t have an NFL team, and became a huge fan of the Texans as soon as they had their inaugural season. The 2006 draft coincided with the advent of my senior year of high school, and I was a pretty good football player. All of that coalesced into a mad fervor for football because my knowledge about the game grew exponentially during that time in conjunction with my absolute love for it, considering I’d never play it again.
Anyhow, I’m studying to go to seminary.
by krkenney on Aug 5, 2010 10:45 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Welcome, KRK
I’ve enjoyed your commentary the last couple of months; great to know a bit more about you.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
Rec'ed
I think Triple347 went to seminary for undergrad?
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
English is A&M's largest non-engineering major, actually.
… and A&M has one of the best philosophy departments among state schools in the country.
The school has a lot of little surprises, academically, if you look hard enough. It’s not all international student engineers and redneck ag majors.
by krkenney on Aug 5, 2010 10:51 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
Gig 'em
So…if a sheep is raped in the forest and no one is around to hear it, DOES it make a sound? Just kidding man! Congrats to your studies at a great school and your tolerance of UT. Go Texans!
by CTacc on Aug 5, 2010 11:08 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Hey Gang
So finally a post from me. I’ve been reading for about two years now and enjoy it most of the time. I was born in Houston and sadly, had to move away in ‘88. I still am a die hard Houston fan and cheer for oilers, rockets, astros, texans, longhorns, cougars, and rice. I do also cheer for the gators because my brother went there and I lived in g’ville for 5 years. The Houston Texans are my #1 live though. My car is draped in them. Floor mats, steering wheel cover, rearview mirror cover, seat covers, stickers, eyeglass holder clip, you get the idea. I live in South Florida which has been great watching the Texans beat on the dolphins. Hopefully I’ll will have the time and money to go see them play in Jax this year as it is the closest game to me. Keep on BRB. Anyone know where I can get Houston Texans business attire? I have to where a shirt and tie everyday and would love to suit up Texans style on Sundays.
by AdamRS on Aug 5, 2010 11:09 AM CDT reply actions 7 recs
Rec'd
Welcome from the lurking depths.
Now that you have a Login, you will find out the best attribute of SBN sites…..the “new comments” feature for every post/article.
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Without fear of a restraining order!!!11!!!~1~!!!!
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Welcome, Adam
Thanks for chiming in, and hope this won’t be the last time.
In terms of Texans business attire, I’m sure you could at least score a Texans tie. Take a look at the official team site/store online; that’d be where I’d start the search.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
Allow me to re-introduce myself...my name is HOV, H to the O-V
Wait, that’s not me? You sure? Damn.
Anyhow, I’m TexansDC but go by tdc or dc…I’ve no preference. I was born in Houston 23 years ago and raised in its surrounding suburbs. I played football through most of that raising, so I’m the typical Texan in that sense (football love since birth). I spent the majority of my time on the O-Line, so that’s where my heart resides. Yes, it pains me to see bad OLine play so these past 8 years haven’t been great.
I grew up a Niners fan (family from California) so you’ll never see me wax poetic on the former team here. I begun my Texan fandom because it was hard for a teenaged football fanatic not to be fascinated by the building of a franchise…I remember hearing all of the news and before I knew it? I loved me some Texans football.
I went to college in Colorado. Aside from the insanity of Bronco fans, Colorado is awesome. I ended up with a degree in English and Film. So far it hasn’t paid dividends. I’ve got siblings that go to UT, so that’s the extent of ties there. I actually don’t hate any of the Texas schools – except Texas Tech Community College. Yup, TTCC sucks.
"Lord, beer me strength."
by TexansDC on Aug 5, 2010 11:20 AM CDT reply actions 5 recs
CU?
That’s where my wife went for grad school, and we lived up there for three years. Hated Boulder. Loved Longmont. Had Avs season tickets when they moved in.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Nope
I said in Colorado, not at Colorado. I didn’t go to a big university. Since the football team is D3, most people have never heard of it. Surprisingly, it’s got one of the better D1 Hockey programs in the nation though.
With you, hate Boulder. Love all the breweries though….cannot understate the awesomeness of the breweries.. And learned to love hockey…..it’s almost required in Colorado.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Mines here
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 5, 2010 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Been there a couple times
Any women on campus yet?
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
You beat to the joke....
I was always amazed to see Mines guys visit campus cause they were just amazed by their reaction to women.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Mines parties
From what I saw, consist of a pony keg thrown in a snowbank and 10 dudes watching one dude play guitar.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
by bigfatdrunk on Aug 5, 2010 2:41 PM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
I rec'd this
Because it resembles much of my early adulthood.
I was the guy playing guitar.
And I never got any lovin’ for it.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions
Damn
I just pretended to play while my buddy actually did and managed to pick up a straggler or two
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
You mean
Falcons don’t bring the chicks?
Damn.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 4:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Like you wanted to get some loving from ten other guys.
Unless BFD converted you and you’re now sharing your deepest fantasies.
There where "plenty" of Women and Mines
All three of them, there mass was equal to that of the men on campus
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 6, 2010 11:02 AM CDT up reply actions
Colorado College?
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions
I know dudes who went there.
C Springs is beautiful. I used to live in Crested Butte and often drove to the Springs to fly home.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions
In the summer, it's gorgeous....
Not fond of the town shutting down at 9PM, but it wasn’t too bad.
I shouldn’t be surprised by the Colorado ties to the Texans at this point….
"Lord, beer me strength."
by TexansDC on Aug 5, 2010 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
"So far it hasn’t paid dividends"
Yes it has! You’re writing for the best Houston Texans blog in the interwebs!
Allow Myself to Introduce Myself
I’m somebodysfather. I used to be thatguy (DGDB&D days) but now I’m just somebodysfather. Mostly I lurk because one of you big mouths has already said what I’m thinking by the time I read a post…..
by somebodysfather on Aug 5, 2010 11:33 AM CDT reply actions 7 recs
When someone has already typed your thoughts...
Just turn to vicious personal insults…it’s like therapy.
/hopes new folks know I’m mostly kidding
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Fuck you, Shake
/end tough love
hCG levels within acceptable range.
by LoneSpot on Aug 5, 2010 12:19 PM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
HEY!!!
Great to see you again!
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
What BFD Said
Awesome to have you back in the fold.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Gotta ask....
cause I’m like late to the party and shit….what the heck does DGDB&D stand for?
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
A website that existed once upon a time
On a server far, far away….
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Intro
I have been a reader since last off-season, have commented somewhat this off-season. I lived in Pasadena till i was about 6yrs old, so I am an avid Houston sports fan. My first pro event of any kind was an Astros game at the dome when i was 5. I moved to south SOUTH Texas when i was 9 have been here ever since. and when i say south I mean like i can walk to Mexico south, for some reason alot of people think of SA or Corpus when i was south texas. Anyways im the youngest of 4 boys and the only Texans fan, everyone else is a Cowgirl fan so I go through alot of hazing during the season. Hopefully this year the Texans will give me a reason to stick it back to my bros
by ketchuppants7 on Aug 5, 2010 11:34 AM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Where In South Texas?
In my prior life, I spent a good bit of time in McAllen, Brownsville, Laredo, etc. Even though I was only there for a day or two at a time for work, I clearly remember the sports radio there being “All Cowboys, All The Time,” so I sympathize with your plight.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 1:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Same here
used to spend a couple of work weeks a month in the Valley….They would look at me funny when I said I was driving to Houston for Texans games.
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
Hi All
I’m Trey, everyones favorite East Coast fan and until band wagoners three seasons ago the only east coast fan. i live in the beautiful state of North Carolina where there is nothing to do but hear about how the Panthers are going to the Super Bowl and how bad the Texans are (fact of the day: we’ve never lost to the Panthers, so i enjoy rubbing that in the faces of everyone that lives here) i kind of like Baseball but it gets boring quickly to me, I root for the Astros and the Braves (its hard not to pull for the Braves when you have a father that follows them like they are the 12 gods of Olympus. didn’t like football until 2002 luckily enough and i wouldn’t give up my fandom to this team for all the tea leaves in china… or something like that. anyways, i lurk and read a lot, i don’t typically post cause i’m downing bleach you guys have already said everything i feel. but i do chime in from time to time. so ummm… yea… hi?
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.
Facebook.com
by Kiratomi on Aug 5, 2010 11:42 AM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Would've Double-Rec'd
Because any reference to ingesting bleach as a Texans fan is always gonna get a grin from me.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Admit it Tim
You’re a rec whore
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
Intro
Been an avid reader for awhile but I don’t post too much. All I have to say is I hate cowboy fans who live in houston and they are cowboy fans only cause we haven’t won as much. Texans are on the rise Schaub is absolutely without a doubt a better qb than romo and I can’t wait to see the texans play them this year.
by jags52982 on Aug 5, 2010 12:18 PM CDT reply actions 7 recs
Hi I'm Rob and I am an addict...
Have you ever sucked dik to watch football? everybody that has been posting about football since the draft or before all have an addiction. there was baseball and basketball to talk about and nothing happening in football. but, all i could do was think about the Texans. It’s not just b/c the Stros and Rockets suck, but i just love Texan Football. Watching them over the last few years and watching them build through the draft, finding a piece to the puzzle here and there. We have a better team than anyone knows, but can we finally play 4 quarters. Can we win in f-ing division for once, the f-ing Jaguars suck donkey dick (2 wins). The Tits, F- the Tits(2 Wins). Putin is do for a loss from the hands fo schaub and pollard. (1—1).
oh, i want to put a stomping on the cowgirls, b/c it seems that all my customers that are 40 or over are cowgirls fans and i’m sick of their shit. Just b/c their generation’s owner shipped their team to Tennessee, they jumped on the Cowboy bandwagon and can’t seem to support their hometown team. i don’t get it. Move to Dallas you old bastards, the land of the 30,000 dollar millionaires, you all would fit in great. It’s time for the cowturds to start taking our franchise serious.
Don't ask me! Ask Google, you dumb Yahoo!
by Andre4000 on Aug 5, 2010 1:39 PM CDT reply actions 4 recs
To Answer Your Question...
No. No, I have not.
Welcome.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 2:00 PM CDT up reply actions
But you've thought about it
Be honest.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions
The Night Owl here
Having been posting as much as I used to, but that will change once the season starts. If you’ve seen my posts, you know I try to use logic as much as possible, but I have my moments of comedic genius, which usually include any opportunistic cheap shot aimed at Jacksonville, Tennessee, or Dallas I can think of. One thing I refuse to do (which seems to popular here) is down some bleach in response to any terrible or horrific, that’s what Drank is for. Take down a can of that (preferably mixed with some UV Grape Vodka) & hope when you wake up (hopefully fully relaxed & well rested) that things have improved
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 5, 2010 1:45 PM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Purple Drank
The new bleach. I like it.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 2:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Well, you have choices now
You can go with Drank, Sippin’ Syrup, Purple Stuff, or Paul Wall’s Lean (which is the only one with other flavors besides Grape), any of which Vodka mixes well with.
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 5, 2010 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions
big Texans fan from Austin
Been an avid reader of this blog since time immemorial (not really, since it was DGDB&DM), but am a fan of all professional sports that are in Houston (Texans, Rockets, Astros, and even the Dynamo). Am a Longhorn though, so I can’t see myself supporting the Cougars, although it is nice seeing them win.
I can’t wait for this season to start. I’ve said that every year, but this year is different, this year it seems that we have all the tools to make a nice postseason appearance and possible a run. I AM EXTREMELY looking forward to week 3 when we beat up on the Cowgirls. God I hate that team and their fans. In fact, I hate the fans of every Dallas team (Rangers are ok in my book though).
Was never really an Oilers fan, so the Texans are my first love, in addition to the Rockets. Man I hope we win the division this year, it would be so nice. And I also want to beat CJ and the BESF (I LOVE THAT TERM) twice, too many shit-talking Titans fans here in Austin.
Here’s to hoping we have a great season. BTW, anyone know of Texans viewing parties in Austin? It’s hard to find avid fans here, I’d love to share a Sunday with a couple of them, tossing back brewskies and talking all things Texan.
by Longhorn Lumboo on Aug 5, 2010 1:47 PM CDT reply actions 6 recs
I put out a call or two every year...
…and not one person has responded. I live central. I think Salad lives here now.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
i live up North....
up in Pflugerville, but i don’t mind driving anywhere in Austin to watch the Texans, not like Houston where you have to drive 30 mins. just to get to where you are going.
by Longhorn Lumboo on Aug 5, 2010 2:09 PM CDT up reply actions
thanks!
really nice to see some other Austinites here.
We're a team that doesn't quit. We've got a bunch of guys who, no matter what our record is, we're going to go out and play and try to win. Any time you're on the field, you want go out and win, no matter what your record is.
-- Andre Johnson
by Longhorn Lumboo on Aug 5, 2010 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions
None of you guys have any respect for Pancakes.
I thought we agreed to call him Double-Stacked.
"You got to believe in yourself. Hell, I believe I'm the best-looking guy in the world and I might be right."- Charles Barkley
(insert snappy yet intelligent headline here)
short and sweet… me likey football, me likey the texans, me likey cinammon rolls on gameday…. and me likey cheerleaders. POW! follow me on twitter dammit. lol
"don't taze me bro!!!!!!!!!!"
http://www.twitter.com/doobieman21
by chrisd21 on Aug 5, 2010 3:13 PM CDT reply actions 5 recs
greedy bastard.
BTW… can i have one? lol
"don't taze me bro!!!!!!!!!!"
http://www.twitter.com/doobieman21
LOL
I was going to say “Don’t you likey Twitter, too?”
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
i lovey the tweety!
ala craig ferguson.
"don't taze me bro!!!!!!!!!!"
http://www.twitter.com/doobieman21
by chrisd21 on Aug 5, 2010 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Please allow me to introduce myself
I’ve been posting here for a short time now. But, I’m still fairly new. I’m a Texans fan that lives in Austin. I couldn’t love a human child as much as I love watching football (or as much as Kerns loves Ben Tate). My BRB name is actually taken from one of Jakespears tweets. I became a fan for life of BRB at our last SB Nation get together when I got to stand around and talk to James Casey for over an hour. Thanks again to everyone for being welcoming and friendly.
Jacoby is my ghostwriter.
by Salad on Aug 5, 2010 3:14 PM CDT reply actions 4 recs
You Cannot Love Anything
As much as Kerns loves Ben Tate.
Sorry. It’s science.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 3:33 PM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
Nonsense
There are many, many things I love more.

&

&

It’s like the Irish starters pack.
by Mike Kerns on Aug 5, 2010 3:52 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
Re: Irish starters pack
Does that mean you drink the Guinness and beat the redhead with a shillelagh?
hCG levels within acceptable range.
Re: Beat the redhead
Yes….just not with THAT Shillelagh…
by Mike Kerns on Aug 6, 2010 7:12 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
If she don't beat you first....
don’t mess with them Irish women!
Oh wait, I guess there are redheaded women that aren’t Irish.
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
I may not be Irish, I am definitely a fan of hot redheads
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 5, 2010 5:01 PM CDT up reply actions
I see HOT REDHEADS
But I don’t see the picture of Christina Hendricks under it.
FLAGGED!
Oh and where is Shiner huh?
Problem Solved




I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 6, 2010 11:50 AM CDT up reply actions 10 recs
This needs to be the most rec'd post in this thread.
"Lord, beer me strength."
by TexansDC on Aug 6, 2010 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Rec'd....
and can we hear a loud and thunderous AMEN to the return of healthy women in showbiz?
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
AMEN!
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 7, 2010 4:14 AM CDT up reply actions
Nolander reporting for duty
I’ve lived in Southern Orange County in Southern California my entire life, so my local teams since I paid attention to football where the Raiders and Chargers,and all I can say is fuck that right in the heart. Instead, I chose the impossible, I chose the Texans. When they came into the league I decided to hop on that bandwagon and hold on for dear life, and when I watched Carr throw that td pass at the beginning of their first game against Dallas there was no going back. It has been tough to follow them over the years, but once I found BattleRedBlog it was like coming home. Thank all of you guys so fucking much for making this community what it is, I would be lost without it.
Graduated from UCI, have a Shiba Inu mix and a Spanielish mutt, plan on dying in SoCal, and hope to god I can convince my wife to give me my balls back long enough to make a trip to Reliant soon.
by nolander on Aug 5, 2010 3:20 PM CDT reply actions 6 recs
There's So Much To Love About That Comment
Thanks, nolander.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Serious question
Uppers or Lowers?
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Well personally
I would install the upper cabinets first, but thats just me. Thats what you where talking about right? No? Fuck?
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions
hah
I’m weird In that I don’t go to the beach much, I’m just not a water person. Thats right, I live 10 minutes from the beach, and I don’t even go. Suck on that!
Wow.
That would be like being a eunuch who lives in the Playboy mansion.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Had to rec
that one. After I cleaned the Dr. Pepper off the keyboard and monitor.
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
Texans Fan From Afar
Hi Everyone, I’m John!
I’ve been a Texans fan from Day one, and a lurker for about the last year. Thanks to all the regulars who routinely have intelligent comments to make, with just the right amount of “Fuck Dunta” thrown in for good measure.
I became a Texans fan because I got into football late in life without a favorite team. At the time I lived in CT, and the Patriots were planning on building a new stadium in CT then moving there. I was thrilled at the idea of having a home team to cheer for, but it turns out they just used CT as a bargaining chip for their new stadium deal in MA.
Needless to say the Patriots con go to hell and die.
The Texans franchise was announced a few months later, and I was hooked. Since I’ve been a long distance fan, and now live in CA, I religiously sign up for NFL Field Pass and listen to the games glued to my computer with headphones on so I won’t wake my still sleeping girlfriend.
The sweetest moment in the world was when the Texans came from behind to beat the Patriots in week 17 last year.
by swiftwords on Aug 5, 2010 4:11 PM CDT reply actions 7 recs
Welcome
and rec’d. Nice to see all these guys/gals from outside of Houston following our team.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 5, 2010 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Thanks For Registering, Swift
Don’t be a stranger, especially in the open game threads, considering you watch the games on Field Pass.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions
there's alot of motherfu*kers on here now
Hello peeps,
I am Jason and am a Texans fan. I used to tell people that and they’d laugh. It doesn’t happen as often anymore though because we have gone and built a bad ass team! I love they additions we made last year on defense (Cush and Pollard) and think that I have no right to question the moves GM Ricky and Kubes made this year.
- I hated David Carr but tolerated him for the first couple seasons. Then the Schaub saved this team like a balding prophet and I bought in completely.
- Mario was the right pick.
- Thank God we no longer have any OL named Turnstile
- Jacoby was crazy in college
- AJ is the best reciever we will ever have. Enjoy it now.
- BFD is a drunk
- And I’ve been in a threesome with a member of the front offices wife. (pre-marriage of course)
that is all.
follow me on twitter /txnpwrlifter
AKA Deputy Jason
visit Astroscounty.com for all the best Astros analysis
by txnpwrlifter on Aug 5, 2010 4:16 PM CDT reply actions 5 recs
One Of The BRB Originals Chimes In
Great to hear from you again, Jason.
I’ll let someone else begin the wild speculation about your last bulletpoint.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 4:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Well he said front office so we know he didn't join in with Trav and Rhonda
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
HAHAAHAH!!!
Was Jerome Mathis part of the front office?
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Hello
First, thanks, I appreciate the information you guys post. I enjoy reading all I can about the Texans.
I grew up in NW Houston and moved to Reno 10 years and 5 days ago. I truly think I’m the only Texans fan in Reno. If you hear of another one, please let me know. I did run across a girl with a Texans purse/satchel type thing a couple years ago, but she said she just liked their colors. That didn’t reduce my chubby at all though.
I proudly wear my jersies and gear to Oakland and down to San Diego when I get a chance. I’ll be in Oakland again this year. I have an old friend in Houston getting married Chargers weekend and I’m am looking forward to seeing my first game in Reliant.
I don’t post much, but after a few too many beers I seem to think it’s a good idea to comment. Then I tend to spew out this crazy non-sensical diatribe of worthless blather. Unfortunately, BFD received a few of those emails. Sorry.
I haven’t started drinking yet today, but this post seems to be rambling on. Anyway, I love this site, keep up the good work.
Thanks.
by RenoTexans on Aug 5, 2010 5:10 PM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Welcome, RT
Keep the faith, and let us know if you do make it down here for Chargers-Texans; hope to have a tailgate put together for you to stop by at.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 5:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Re: Tickets
I think you can wait. While every game is sold out, you shouldn’t have a problem buying tickets on the secondary market.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 6:24 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Rec'ed
And, trust me on this: I get far, far crazier stuff.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
texans fan in nyc
I’ve been lurking for a while and occasionally post. I picked my awful name in a drunken stupor one evening… that’s usually the state I’m in when I post, so I give advanced apologies for any later posts.
I live in Brooklyn and have been a texans fan since 01…
It's hard bein whimpy
by WhimpyJimmy on Aug 5, 2010 5:10 PM CDT via mobile reply actions 4 recs
Welcome, WJ
And lots of good things can come out of drunken stupors. I’m pretty sure that’s how my wife rationalized marrying me.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 5, 2010 5:17 PM CDT up reply actions
I know a Texans fan in Brooklyn
If you’re looking for a watchin’ partner.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
I come in peace(and a little drunk)
Hey guys and dolls, first time poster long time lurker….
I love this site and the witty banter that goes back and forth along with all around good knowledge of the team and the NFL in general.
I moved to Houston from a really small town in Montana the same day that the Oilers were yanked out of town by the jack wad Bud Adams. I was looking foward to living in a Football town after years of watching whomever our 1 non local tv station agreed to show that year but alas it wasnt meant to be.
As soon as I found out we got the NFL back I was and will be a Texans fan for life.
Look forward to reading your blogs and having all around good time on this board.
P.S. Andre is an Alien and he will prove it this year by making every other person on the field look like mear mortals in his presence. :)
I Want to Belive
by Fox Mulder on Aug 5, 2010 5:14 PM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Thanks for reminding me about the second worst day of my childhood
The absolute worst day was in January 1992. I doubt I need to elaborate further
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 5, 2010 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions
I think you mean, January 3, 1993
It was the 1992 season. [Time to take my meds]
"I like watching the old naked couple on public access...until the guy stands up, then it sux." ~ BFD
yeah, but I try not to remember so clearly
it’s still too painful
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 7, 2010 12:14 AM CDT up reply actions
Welcome, Fox
If people didn’t post here when they were drunk, I’m not sure we’d have any commenters (or contributors) at all.
Hope this is the first of many comments you’ll make.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
There you go being drunk on Zima again
forgetting to hit the reply button and signing in as Tim instead of Scott.
Shame.
by Jordann on Aug 6, 2010 2:51 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Didnt mean to bring up old S**t
Just tellin my story…….Man 1992, its been that long? Damn im getting old
I Want to Belive
Join the club....
I keep forgetting what year that was….I really, REALLY, REALLY want to forget….but it is on TV every so often and is in the record books so can’t.
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
Hey Everyone
Hello peoples, this is one of my first times posting on this site.
This is actually my favortie site to come to, since I’ve been a Texans fan since the team was introduced into the NFL. I was born and raised here in Houston and have grown to like all of Houston’s sprots teams; which seem to always lose their path for a while, e.g. Rockets and Astros, don’t really pay much attention to the National Hockey League. But that doesn’t stop me from watching them play every single game.
This team has been through alot:
We can’t earse the David Carr days.
But we’ve moved on:
Grabbing teh Schaub, and him being healthy proves he can be elite!
Getting Mario Williams!
With Andre being a beast at what he does! (As well as being the highest paid reciever in the NFL.)
And with the new addition of Kareem Jackson replacing Dunta “Pay Me Rick!!” Robinson
Were sure to make the playoffs, and move deeper into the post season, this year!! I look foward to reading and posting here mor often.
by Regular_Joe on Aug 5, 2010 5:43 PM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Welcome Regular_Joe
Between Taco Joe, Joe25, and you, we’re sure to bow to our new Joe overlords in the near future.
Hope you’re right about the playoffs. We’re overdue for playoff time in Houston.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Yeah I noticed
Thats what I’ve been telling myself the past few seasons. Once we make it though, it’s a whole new ball game from there. But the Texans can compete with any team in the league.
Welcome, Joe
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:17 AM CDT up reply actions
Fan from the DFW area
Arlington to be exact… I’ve made a couple posts saying F the cowpukes and I wouldnt mind if there was an engineering flaw at their stadium and would love to see it implode.
Born in Houston and raised in Spring, moved to Dallas in 04 and have had trouble watching Texans games until last season when I got with a girl whose dad has NFL Sunday Ticket… needless to say I’ve kept her around lol
First NFL game was last years opener to the Jets, really put a damper on the experience. Converted a friend into a Texans fan from a Carolina fan and my Girlfriend from a Broncos/Cowboys fan.
Anybody live up in the DFW area and know of any Texans bars? Would love to get together with a few fellow Texan fans and grab a few beers on a Sunday.
by TexansPride on Aug 5, 2010 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 6 recs
Welcome TP
Rec’d for being a fan up in Jerrah’s world…slowly we’ll win that area over, one fan at a time.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Your girl sounds like a keeper
Also, it’s amazing how you’re able to convert those fans without the aid of the messiah himself Tim Tebow. Keep up the good work.
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 5, 2010 10:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Welcome, TP
Keep doing the Lord’s work up in Dallas.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:25 AM CDT up reply actions
How can I not rec
a guy from Arlington hating the Cowgirls!
You can't fix Dumb or being a VYFB
by Texans-Brocos on Aug 6, 2010 11:35 AM CDT up reply actions
well guys...
I do what I can… I’d just like to give thanks to the Lord above for letting me lead people one by one into the light….
BTW, I’m closing in on another conversion! I got a “I like watching them play” from somebody…. muahahhaha thats alll i need!
Well then.
So I’m not particularly new, but I might as well say hi.
I’m Autra. Like Tim, I totally use a false name to disguise myself on teh interwebz, and I pretty much only post when I’m wasted(possibly also like Tim, not to mention anyone else who posts here).
I have “Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan” as a sig to all of my posts because I’ve become a huge Texans(well, football in general, but Texans first and foremost) fan over the last 3-4 years, but I never played. This means that while I’m watching as much as possible, I’m not the X’s and O’s connoisseur of the game that I wish I was. I’m working on that as much as I possibly can while dealing with a wife(who keeps my balls in her purse. At all times. At least I’m not the only one here with that problem) and two kids.
I was supposed to graduate from A&M in 06, but after a year of living in CS I realized that I loved beer and boobs more than studying, so the dean decided that I needed to stop attending. Now that I’m married, I’ve discovered that paying for kids is a lot more expensive than paying for dogs so I’m headed back to school to get a degree in Zoology(yeah, talk about the big moneymaker), so I might not be around a ton.
That’s all there is to say, I guess, unless any of you have any questions about reptiles, which ranks 1b behind football as what I’m most passionate about.
Oh, also, you can all GFY.
…with all due respect.
Just your average, run of the mill hardcore casual Texans fan.
by Autra on Aug 5, 2010 8:04 PM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Look, You Were Getting My Rec Anyway
But the “GFY,” Granato-style, was rec’able on its own.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:29 AM CDT up reply actions
Hmmmm....
I had the dean of A&M decide I needed to stop attending as well….for the same reasons.
And my nads are on my wife’s key chain. She takes them out and lets me scratch them every once in awhile for old times sake.
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
Born-and-raised Houstonian
Lived in the area most of my life, now go to college up in Nacogdoches (DEEP EasTex). Son of a tough Texas woman and a Jersey boy (who is a die-hard Yankees fan). I call myself the “walking contradiction.”
Getting married in about two weeks to an outstanding young woman. She cooks AMAZING food, loves excellent music, oh, and she HATES Tom Brady! (one flaw, she does not like the Texans. Sorry y’all, I’m trying to change her. No preference towards the Jerry Jones cult, however).
Been on for a few months, made some comments, mostly tried to figure out the whole Zima thing, and spending time in San Antonio (UGH! Cowgirl fans! Awful!) before we tie the knot.
Love music, love the Texans, and might bust out random photos of Tevia from “Fiddler on the Roof” or even Marvin Zindler on a whim.
in fact…

Enjoy, all!
by J-Copp on Aug 5, 2010 11:24 PM CDT reply actions 5 recs
Welcome, J-Copp
Congrats on the upcoming nuptials. She sounds like a helluva gal.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:31 AM CDT up reply actions
Hate that guy
The Ranch was closed before I got my chance there. Damn him!
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
by bigfatdrunk on Aug 7, 2010 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
My name is Jordan(n)
I figured that adding another “n” in the end of my real-life handle would be the perfect internet handle. I wasn’t really worried about it sounding clever, I just wanted to preserve my anonymity. But unfortunately, I resemble one of the texans most iconic players.
You see my avatar? That’s not David Carr, that’s me. I had one of those amusement park guys draw a caricature of me, but he said I was so beautiful and that my hair was so perfect that he felt ashamed as an artist to turn this heavenly face into a caricature. So he decided against my wishes to draw a portrait of my beauty instead. Looks great huh? Trying staring at me in person. I think you’re brain won’t be able to comprehend my beauty and your body would involuntarily start to shit. So don’t forget. If you were able to meet me in person, wear depends.
Anyways, to keep it short. I love Texans Football. I love beer. I love redheads. I love white girls and asian girls. Oh and some people in these parts of the internets would say that I love BFD, but that’s just plain gossip. Haters.
But seriously. I didn’t grow up a football fan because I wasn’t raised in the U.S. But when I found out that my family was moving to Houston, I started reading a lot about the city. Read news about houston being awarded the 32nd franchise and I found it intriguing. When we finally moved here(mom+siblings. Dad was already living in Houston) my dad took me to that press conference unveiling the team name and colors. After that I was hooked.
Took me one a couple of pre-season games (texans inagural season) to understand football. I never had a clue that it was gonna play such a big role be my life from then on. Ten years later, im still a die hard texans fan. And I don’t think that’ll ever change even though I don’t live in Houston anymore. I still follow local Houston teams and root for them. Besides the lastros of course.
I currently reside in the south side of San Francisco. Thankful for the great weather (ZERO HUMIDITY! SUCK IT KERNS and CHRIS!) but im pretty sure I left my heart in Houston. It’s gonna be my first football season away from Houston so I don’t know how im going to catch the game. Im hoping to find some streams online provided by the locals here so don’t fail me people!
Lurked BRB but commented frequently at DGDB&D. After the merger(Not really a merger, just MDC shutting down the site and the rest of us scrambling around the interwebs to find another place to talk about filipino tranny porn) I retrieved my long lost password and log in name for this here blog and started becoming a regular. I guess that’s about it.
Im going to end this long introduction with the following: FUCK THE COWGIRLS, FUCK THE TITANS AND FUCK THE COLTS!
by Jordann on Aug 6, 2010 3:38 AM CDT reply actions 5 recs
You Left Out The Part
About moving to San Francisco only after you found out Zoolander was gonna live there.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:33 AM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
Me and BFD had a conversation about this.
If I ever saw Mittens riding a bike or walking down the street, there’s a 110% chance that i’ll run him over.
So im really on a top-secret mission.
Have you been to socal yet?
Norcal will lose its “luster” very quickly. Plus, fuck the Giants bro.
Have you ever tried just turning off the TV, sitting down with your children, and hitting them?
I hate burnt orange....
…and the Cowgirls.
I’m new. Found out about SB because it’s tied in with Sprint Football Live on my phone. Born in Dallas (don’t judge), moved to Houston for college, went to Cougar High, and just moved to Austin this past fall. I love Austin vs Houston as far as the city goes, but man…I HATE burnt orange and the Cowboys….both of which there are LOTS of here. (Pretty sure that wasn’t in the realtor’s notes.)
Anyway, I’m the best armchair coach I know and I’m glad you got to hear from me.
I root for the Texans above all. After that.....anyone who is playing the Cowgirls is my favorite.
by CowboyH8ter on Aug 6, 2010 11:32 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Welcome, CowboyH8ter
Your self-confidence is inspiring.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
Well, UT is in Austin
Austin was an Oilers city before the Cowpukes started training at St. Ed’s. Now, though, I think many of the fair-weathered pukes fans are pretty much underground, and I am seeing more Texans stuff, I hope. Still, Austin will always be a college football town first and foremost.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Lurking no more
After a couple of years lurking, reading and yelling at my monitor “_ is full of shit, that’s not what I saw,” I figured I’d jump in and start displaying my genius. Or lack thereof.
Grew up in CT, played football, college in Boston. Took a job at NASA in 94 and came to Houston. I soon realized that New England, although drastically prettier landscape, sucks in so many ways compared to Houston. I love Texas, so it is natural for me to love the Texans.
I have always hated the Cowboys, btw. Jerry Jerkoff makes it so easy to do.
So, I’m an engineer, occasional motorcycle racer, budding real estate magnate and guy who wishes he were 3 inches taller, enabling him to have had a chance at linebacker in college. I can make a pretty good brisket, an awesome pork shoulder and my homebrew is pretty good. I’ve largely given up the latter because Shiner Black and Smokehaus are so good, they bring a tear to my eye.
Oh, and I don’t think we need a big fatass NT. I actually like the direction our defense is headed. I’ll take fast over fat any day. Which reminds me, I need to lose some weight…….
by smokehaus on Aug 6, 2010 11:46 AM CDT reply actions 5 recs
Although I'm slightly inclined to agree with you on the weight vs speed argument
Maybe it wouldn’t hurt to hook Ragdoll & Earl Mitchell up with a Sumo trainer
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 6, 2010 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions
Welcome, Smokehaus
Thanks for de-lurking, and I look forward to you commenting that I’m full of shit in short order.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
THE ABREGO
I’ll keep it real simple…Born and raised in Houston but now I pay rent in Dallas. I rep for one city and one city only. H-TOWN Here is my motto…….If your not down with the Texans…Fuck You! If your not down with the Astros….Fuck You! If your not down with the Rockets..Fuck You! I take pride being a Texans fan in the city we love to hate. I where my colors with pride and DARE one of these FAIRWEATHERfans to say something. Thats me and my family for that matter. Like the song says…..“I Put On”
PS. Me, my wife and my duaghter get new, home, away and battle red jersey’s every year. This year…White #23, Blue #31 and Red #16 I hope. if he make the team.
PSS. I work at Land Rover Dallas..Sales/Finance. Hit me up if you need a luxury pre-owned or a new Rover.
My attitude is like a virgin......I dont give a fuck!
by The Abrego on Aug 6, 2010 3:15 PM CDT reply actions 5 recs
Where abouts
in Dallas? I’m in Arlington myself and looking for a good Texans bar, ya know, one where I’m not the only one in the whole place wearing a Texans jersey!
Cant find one
I never really looked for one…Hints why I have been a customer of direct tv since 2002. Man, you should love going to the bar and being the only TEXANS FAN there…I would. I did it in Santa Barbara for one season. You have to look fly tho…You cant roll up in a Texans shirt. You have to have the Jersey, the shoes the hat and all the shit you can find TEXANS. When they say something, you say “this is how we get down in the H” We stay fresh to death. I will post my shoes I had made. Everyone loves them even if they are not Texans fans.
My attitude is like a virgin......I dont give a fuck!
Finally, Check these out. My 2009 Texans kicks
http://www.flickr.com/photos/23970174@N03/4866536473/
2010’s Coming soon
My attitude is like a virgin......I dont give a fuck!
Oh Damn!
Those shoes are clean! Aand yes I loved being the only Texans fan.. well… anywhere really. But the last preseason game Dallas and Houston played in I went to a bar… and a couple of other ppl were rooting for the Texans.. I was in awe… but I cant decide whether to get those shoes… or spend that $150 on upgrading seats for the game Sept. 26th… I’m leaning more towards the game
Welcome, Abrego
I too stay fresh to the death.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions
I like!
I wish I had more hands to give that comment 4 thumbs up
My attitude is like a virgin......I dont give a fuck!
I'm pulling for #16 too Abrego
It took the Astros 44 years to get to the Series, the Oilers-Texans are due to get to the big dance...Go Texans!!!!!
by oiler-texan diehard on Aug 7, 2010 9:59 AM CDT up reply actions
my favorite thing to talk about aside from the Texans is myself
So hello everyone, I am cubic. I grew up in Houston, went to college in Virginia (majored in English), briefly went to grad school in Ohio (Russian translation… why), and now I live in Houston again. I grew up as a huge nerd and wasn’t into sports at all for the longest time. I actually only started watching football so I would have something to talk about with the guys on my hall in my freshman year of college. Which, if you do the math, was in the fall of 2005. Right, the 2-14 season. How I remained a Texans fan after that disaster is beyond me, but whatever. I’ve been a diehard fan since then though; I watch all the games, I yell at the TV, all that embarrassing stuff. I mostly just comment here on the game day open threads because I do not feel particularly insightful about football, but I read every damn post on this site.
Aside from football, I enjoy wheat beers, postcolonialism, awful reality TV, and being obsessed with Russia. Oh yeah, and I love the local music scene here in Houston.
Anyway, everyone stop lurking and post! Great commenters are great, after all.
by cubic on Aug 6, 2010 3:23 PM CDT reply actions 4 recs
high five for liberal arts!
As in your case, my degree has not paid great dividends. I mean, it has gotten me into the exciting world of tutoring overprivileged suburban high schoolers. Probably just as well; I peaked in high school anyway.
But let us geek out: FAVORITE ERA OF LITERATURE AND WHY? GO
Anything but Russians
If you had me pick a serious literature book…The Floating Opera.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter | SB Nation Houston | Battle Red Blog
yay sci-fi
I’m more into soft sci-fi myself (LeGuin, Dick, Lem) but Isaamov and Clark are wonderful.
Maybe not an era
But the two best American authors of current times are, in my mind, Philip Roth and Cormack McCarthy.
Discuss.
I'll eliminate you like I eliminate gluten from my diet.
by tehGrindCrusher on Aug 7, 2010 4:21 AM CDT up reply actions
Most def
I now add Christopher Moore to the list. Love him.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Great To Learn More About You, Cubic
I seem to recall you posting some colorful Russian translations in the game threads last year. At least I think it was you. Might’ve been Scott.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions
When you type your post, you’ll notice the little tree above the text box. It’s the icon on the far right……click it, then it should have a little pop up box to help you out.
"Lord, beer me strength."
SAW THAT
But a box appears at the top of the screen asking for a url or enter url. Im used to clicking a browse button and finding it on my pc. oh well
My attitude is like a virgin......I dont give a fuck!
Oh yeah...
You gotta have it uploaded on the web. Try imgur.com. It lets you upload without an account…..you just have to make sure you get the picture’s html.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Dont know if it's too late to post on here but here goes
I go by Albiceleste because of my obvious affiliation with Argentina. Back from my depression/hiatus after the world cup (always disliked Maradona anyway). I was born in Houston but moved back to Argentina, where my family is originally from. Lived a couple years in Barcelona with some family but ended up back in Houston for high school. I presently am a junior at SMU studying Operations Research and Finance. Wouldn’t necessarily call myself and SMU kind of guy but they offered the most money and apparently that’s what its all about these days. Dad played soccer at UT in the early 80s so I’ve been a Longhorn fan my entire life.
Now that the pleasantries are out of the way, I didn’t know much about football (I’ll refrain from the “american football” snobbish comments) till around 2005 when I got invited to my first SB party… needless to say I was hooked since then and the Texans were an easy choice since I hate rooting for teams that are historically good for whatever reason i.e. Lakers, Celtics, Yankees. I hate the Cowboys for a whole separate slew of reasons… And don’t worry gentlemen I’m progressively learning how to hate the BESFs and Colts more day by day.
I try to post whenever I have something to offer but as people have said before, the sarcastic or sexual jokes are already used up or whatever intelligent idea is already ridiculed so I’m often too late. I’ll do my best to contribute but don’t get your hopes up, y’all are too good at what you do for me to match up yet
by Albiceleste on Aug 6, 2010 4:55 PM CDT reply actions 7 recs
Don't Ever Hesitate To Comment
The conversation’s always richer when more voices are heard.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Rec'd for favorite hate.
- Rivers McCown, From Mom's Basement | Twitter | SB Nation Houston | Battle Red Blog
Rec'd for having plenty of hate to go around
Just like Jello, there’s always room for more hatred
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 7, 2010 12:22 AM CDT up reply actions
Hey
I saw this thread when it was empty and didn’t know whether to post, but now its at 366, so I guess I won’t be shy. I’ve followed BRB from almost the start, but rarely had anything good to say, so I’ve pretty much limited my blitherings to BON where they seem to be well tolerated.
But somewhere along the line last season, I started to believe in this team. It doesn’t take championships to get my support. What I’m looking for is a team that has enough stars and playmakers to let them challenge any opponent, the dedication and preparation to not beat themselves, and a quality that some call “heart”. And this team has those ingredients, so I’m looking forward to this season more than any (except maybe the first). I’m really glad to have BRB to help follow the team and I’ll see if I can’t contribute a little more.
Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. If they get mad, you're a mile away AND you have their shoes.
by Caradoc on Aug 6, 2010 5:01 PM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Great To Hear From You, Caradoc
Don’t be a stranger.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions
hmmm
http://www.flickr.com/photos/23970174@N03/4866536473/
My attitude is like a virgin......I dont give a fuck!
thanks
jordann, thanks for posting for me. in person the “Texans” is so much bigger
My attitude is like a virgin......I dont give a fuck!
Howdy
I grew up in Houston and now live outside Austin. I was a huge fan of the previous team since before the LuB time as a child. When they left I lost interest in pro ball but I am back about 2 years now as a Texans fan. Since the local channel stop carrying the Texan game in favor of a better game about half way though each season and the local rag does good to carry the score of the game I found this place to help keep me informed. Thank you for that and bringing me up to speed in a short time about my team.
by DPar on Aug 6, 2010 8:22 PM CDT reply actions 5 recs
Welcome, DPar
Look forward to reading more from you in the near future.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Where do you live around Austin? If I may ask.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Welllllll....
I’ve introduced myself before but here’s a re-cap.
Born in Houston, moved to Killeen when I was 7, graduated from KHS (go Kangaroos) in a time long long ago, attended A&M for 3 semesters (with my liver abuse an inverse function of my declining grades), then joined the good old USAF and saw the country (AK to FL is one hell of a long drive), then went back home when Hurricane Andrew chased me out of FL(I know when I’m not wanted somewhere).
I have knocked around TX quite a bit since then, Arlington(where and when I truly learned to hate the fair weather jackasses that are cowturd fans), Lubbock, Kingsville, SA, and now Amarillo.
Been a Houston fan since the first time I saw Earl Campbell play (actually it was predestined, the Oiler’s where the only team my dad would watch) was a Redskins fan briefly because I liked their logo, but my passion was always Houston. Watched that fiasco in ‘92 with a friend and his buddies and I was the only Oiler fan there(guess you can imagine the hell I caught there after the hell I was handing out in the first half) Wasn’t so invested that my heart was ripped out when Beezlebud moved that team, but when I heard Houston had been awarded the 32nd NFL franchise, I knew I was a fan. And I have supported them from the first game.
I was one of those that gave Mittens a pass for years, (you have to admit, those early OL were awful), but when I saw what a different QB did behind the same OL and I saw how bad Mittens was at another team, I kicked myself in the arse and wrote him off.
Guess not much else to say that I haven’t already said in response to others, so with that until next time.
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
by txknight on Aug 6, 2010 9:45 PM CDT reply actions 3 recs
Rec'd
I also made excuses for Carr for far too long.
That is the extent of my similarity to Charley Casserly.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 6, 2010 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm out for a couple days and this place blows up
Hi. I’m BigTexBD. I’ve been around almost since this beautiful clusterfuck began, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Born in the burbs (the woodlands), moved to austin for college, lived here ever since. Lifelong houston and longhorn fan. I’m one of the younger folks who actually remembers the Astrodome and the Summit. Loved the Texans since day one. It’s not every day you can say you’ve been a lifelong fan of a team and actually refer to the life of the team.
I haven’t been commenting as much as I used to, but I still visit daily. Nowadays I’m on the north side of Austin (burnet/mopac/parmer area). Finishing grad school at Texas State this fall. Engaged and will be getting married in houston next spring. Will be in houston next weekend but probably won’t be able to make it to the shindig due to previously scheduled festivities (“Heeeeyyyyy honey, wanna go hang out with a bunch of drunk perverts?” probably won’t fly to get away).
Now there are more austinites, not just BFD and myself, so maybe we can actually get together sometime (perhaps thursday Dec 2 at someplace that has NFL Network to watch us tear apart the eagles?).
by BigTexBD on Aug 6, 2010 11:26 PM CDT reply actions 3 recs
Another One Of The BRB Originals
Back when we first started, there were MAYBE five commenters. You guys kept us going, and I’ll always be grateful for that.
Congrats on the engagement.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
5 "regulars" seems accurate
Not counting you/Scott…
me
BFD
BTBD
TPL
LVG
If the Treasury Secretary doesn't have to pay taxes, then why do I?
Congrats, man!
I’m a regular at a certain bar on Burnet and I try to catch the Sunday Night game there.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Sorry it took so long to get on here
I usually stay away from BRB when i need to get things done. One can lose an afternoon on here.
My name is Ivan, born and raised in Houston. Currently living in San Antonio for college.
by Ivan A on Aug 6, 2010 11:45 PM CDT reply actions 3 recs
Welcome, Ivan
Yes, BRB has been known to suck the soul out of an entire afternoon. I’d stay away too if I had stuff that needed to get done.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
Out of beer
and late to the party as usual. I rarely have anything substantial to say, but I love BRB and frequent it almost as much as BON. Oilers fan forever (was a Jets fan in the interim until birth of Texans). All of you regulars on here really crack me up – great site. Live in Corpus, surprising amount of Texans fans here. My name “jaws” refers to the nickname of great FB Don Hardeman who played for my hometown Texas A&I Javelinas during three undefeated NAIA Division I national championship seasons and then starred for the Oilers in pre-Earl days. The only NFL game I ever saw was Oilers/Bengals in the Dome mid-70s and people had huge banners saying JAWS! I cried some 13 year old tears of joy upon seeing that.
Playoffs. This. Year.
Houston Texans Number One
by jaws on Aug 7, 2010 12:12 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Phenomenal User Name
But I never knew the basis of it. Good to learn more about you.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
Hello everybody! Oiler-Texan Diehard here, or for those into brevity OTD
Born in Texas City, spent formative years in 1960’s Baytown where I became an avid sports fan. Honestly I cannot pin down the root cause that led to my intense fandom; there are so many factors. Kids played outside in the 1960’s and every activity turned into a competitive sport. My Dad was a big baseball fan from New York City and took me to many games in the Dome’s early days. We made frequent drives to Houston visiting family and it was really cool to see the progress of the Dome construction. It was an architectural landmark, which is why it was dubbed the 8th Wonder of the World. I liked math when I was young and saw how baseball is defined by statistics.
Even though I moved away from the Houston area in 1967, and did not return to reside here until 2000, I always remained a fan of all things Houston: Stros, Rockets, Oilers, Aeros, UT, etc. I spent many a night in New Jersey trying to pick up a radio broadcast from Philly, Pittsburgh or St. Louis just to get a clue of what the Astros were doing. Played lots of Strat-o-Matic baseball and football to fill the gaps. Mass media in the 1970’s was more like micromedia compared to the wealth of instant information that is available now.
Been a Texans PSL holder from day one. Not great seats, section 323 endzone above the Bullpen, D 11 & 12 – Yellow lot, but I actually prefer the end zone view. I like how you can follow the blocking and coverage schemes, and more easily see the players numbers making it easier to follow substitutions. Was a diehard Oiler & Earl Cmpbell fan years ago and will ALWAYS be a diehard Texan fan. Like the rest of you I am hoping this is the year we make our quantum leap into the upper echelon and will enjoy following the season with all of the BRBers.
It took the Astros 44 years to get to the Series, the Oilers-Texans are due to get to the big dance...Go Texans!!!!!
by oiler-texan diehard on Aug 7, 2010 9:29 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
RICHARD JUSTICE
I am sorry. I have been posting here on the BRB for over a year and never really introduced myself. Have I? I can’t remember. My neural connections aren’t all connected, so sometimes they misfire and the memory is one of the things to go. I think I started a similar thread about a month or two ago where we told people about our personal sports history. Not really introductions, I suppose. The short-term memory is the first to go.
You know, my favorite spectator sport is hockey. This isn’t a hockey town, is it? Anyways, don’t even know if there is an Aeros blog. I come here mainly for therapy….and to straighten out a few things from time to time. Haven’t been too successful on the straightening out part. That’s the nice thing about this place. Opinions are like assholes. Everyone has one. I like to hear all of them and I do spend a lot of time reading posts.
Something dawned on me the other day. LDJA12 and I have the same initials. I have seen some call me RJ and then the other day I saw someone referring to RJ in a post, totally not about me and I was confused until I saw who it was really about.
To straighten out a few things right now…..this team, this year is not going to be so much about who wins the starting nod. It’s going to be about rotation, rotation, rotation. Especially on the D-Line at all four positions, including Mario and especially if they pick up Schobel. The same on the O-Line, especially at the interior positions. TEs, same thing. OD is great, but the supporting cast of TEs are showing that they fit right into this system. RBs, same thing. There is no one dominant RB. They are all capable. WR, same thing again. There are players there and they will all get snaps. DBs, again, the Texans aren’t carrying any dead weight. I can say the same for the LB position. So, you see, this is a team of depth. The coaches are realizing that in training camp. They have a helluva team with great depth. They understand that they can rotate at every position and keep players fresh. More plays will be made that way. I’m looking forward to it.
I’m Rip Jersey and I’m a Texans fan.
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 Aug 7, 2010 1:28 PM CDT reply actions 3 recs
Aeros
I was a HUGE Aeros fan growing up. My mom knew (probably in the Shakespearean sense) a couple players, and I actually got to go into the locker room sometimes. I still have a couple of pucks from Aeros games. My two favorite announcers, to this day, are Ron Franklin and the awesome Jerry Trupiano.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Gonna Be A VERY Interesting Season
Thanks for commenting, Justice Rip.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 7, 2010 2:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Hello...
I’m PUD and I will be your Colts troll for the season. Thanks for having me, I’m looking forward to laughing at you and your pathetic little team and being a general pain in the ass. Just don’t forget, it’s out of love that I harass you, not out of a deep-seated need for any, even negative attention resulting from growing up a middle child and not receiving the love I so desperately craved from my emotionally distant parents.
P.S. Faith No More FTW!
by peytonsurdaddy on Aug 8, 2010 10:28 AM CDT reply actions 4 recs
Just As I Always Suspected
Colts fandom springs from not being loved enough.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Aug 8, 2010 10:53 AM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
Rec'ed
Always awesome having you around, PUD.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Unfortunately...
You might be seeing a lot more of me this season since I basically told Big Bad Brad he can stick Stampede Blue up his hypocritical douchehole. Lucky you.
/500 Texans fans groan simultaneously
//that’s all the Texans fans in the world
by peytonsurdaddy on Aug 8, 2010 1:30 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Yeah...
We heard and noticed. I speak only for myself, but I dig intelligent fans. You’re certainly welcome here.
A Texans fan. Really. No, I'm not kidding.
http://www.battleredblog.com
Okay, the Colts troll position is filled
Now we need one each for the BE-SF’s, the L.A. Jags, the Cokeboys, and we need one of Tebow’s Apostles to spread his word. His new haircut already has him even closer to God

Is it just me or does it slightly look like a crown of thorns?
I would challenge you to a battle of wits, but you appear to be unarmed.
by The Night Owl on Aug 8, 2010 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Forgot to applaud Kerns on the music choice...
P.S. Faith No More FTW!
Colts-lovin’ PUD gets a one-time tip of the hat for the acknowledgement.
Houston Texans Number One
by jaws on Aug 8, 2010 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Re: jaws
Yes sir. Faith No More was fucking awesome. Heard they might be getting back in the studio for a Reunion album.

by 





















