Prediction Revisited: The Starters For Your 2010 Houston Texans
by Tim on Sep 7, 2010 8:17 PM CDT
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PrintBack in early May, I was desperate for new content and stupidly boldly posted my prediction of who would be starting for your Houston Texans come Week One of the 2010 NFL season. Seeing as how we're mere days away from the official start of the regular season, I figured now would be a fine time to confirm anew how little I actually know about the Texans. Jump with me, won't you? The fun of seeing the flaming wreckage that is my "insight" should be enough of a reason to turn this cyber corner.
The shot called back in May:
WR:
The Holy SpiritAndre Johnson
LT: Duane Brown
LG: Antoine Caldwell
C: Chris Myers
RG: Mike Brisiel
RT: Eric Winston
TE: Owen Daniels
WR: Kevin Walter
QB: Matt Schaub
RB: Arian Foster (that's right...I remain sadly resolute in my skepticism about Steve Slaton returning to form, and I'm guessing Foster gets the opening nod over Ben Tate, though I fully expect Tate to be the bellcow by the end of the season)
FB: Vonta LeachOn to the defense...
LDE: Antonio Smith
DT: Amobi Okoye
NT DT: Shaun Cody
RDE:Reggie BushMario Williams
SLB: Brian Cushing
MLB: DeMeco Ryans
WLB: Zac Diles (despite the Good Reverend's prayers to the contrary)
LCB: Glover Quin
RCB: Kareem Jackson
SS: Bernard Pollard
FS: Eugene WilsonAnd finally, the special teamers:
K: Neil Rackers (sorry, Kris Brown; thanks for the memories, and I'll eventually forget the nightmares)
P: Matt Turk
KR: Jacoby Jones
PR: Trindon Holliday
LS: Joel Dreessen
According to the Texans' official depth chart, it appears I misfired at LG (Wade Smith over Caldwell), RG (Caldwell over Brisiel), SLB (great timing, as our beloved overtrained athlete was officially suspended a few hours after the prediction post went up), KR (Slaton over Jakespeare), PR (Jakespeare over the IR'd Holliday, who still wouldn't have won the job even if he hadn't gotten placed on injured reserve), and LS (Jon Weeks won the gig; I didn't think Kubes would burn a roster spot on a long snapping specialist).
Some notable whiffs, but none on par with this or this or this or this, right? I mean, I'm still incompetent, but maybe not GROSSLY incompetent. Huzzah!
Your thoughts on the starters for your 2010 Houston Texans, scant days before the Colts come to town?
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Haven't read the post yet
but I wanted to say I appreciate all the “after the jump” goo’ness that is permeating this place lately.
I’m glad I suggested it. You’re welcome BRB.
"I'm trying to get a feel for Booty" - GK
Not too bad, Tim
As for the starters, they really are the best starters in franchise history….cliche but true. Success really hinges on that defensive line though…they do well, Texans win….the struggle? Could be in for a long season.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Kareem Jackson
Talk about trial by fire…
His first regular season NFL game and he has to go up against Manning. Who does Manning pick on first?
He's been tried by fire all summer
Practice? Andre Johnson
1st Pre-season game? Drew Brees and Marques Colston.
2nd? Tony Romo and Miles Austin/Roy Williams.
So long as he doesn’t prance and preen after a tackle or commit heinous PI penalties, he’ll be an improvement over last season.
"Lord, beer me strength."
He only has to cover Reggie Wayne
Its not like he’ll have to line up over Andre Johnson or anything!
A Texas Wannabe, born and raised in New Zealand. Currently located 7539 miles South west of Houston.
by distant_texans_fan on Sep 7, 2010 10:59 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
we probably should
open a thread to discuss which WR is better, Wayne or AJ.
"I'm trying to get a feel for Booty" - GK
Good god, yo!
Q: If losses by fewer than 7 points are 3 times more likely than blowout losses to cause Tim to get blindingly drunk, do you take the over or the under on the number of Scott appearances as 3.5?
TexansDC: False. You can’t get drunk from Coors Light.
Amen
Kareem Jackson is the perfect CB1 for our D. Physical at line, athletic, keeps everything in front of him and rarely makes bad mistakes. He also has some ball skills which I think we could surface if our line (god willing) could get some pressure on the QB.
by leacheatsbabies on Sep 7, 2010 11:02 PM CDT up reply actions
What I've learned...
1. If Tim doesnt think it will happen, then it will.
2.If he doesnt like it, it will rock our socks off.
3. If he likes it, then its trouble waiting to happen. Or injury prone, or just… trash.
If it's new, he'll want four or five featured posts on it
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
If it smells like a Zima and tastes like a Zima
then she’s probably been drinking Zima….
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
YAY I TOLD YOU ALL SO!!!!!!
HAHAHA Im so happy that all of you guys were wrong about Weeks! I knew there was something special there and had a gut feeling the entire time that he was gonna be a keeper. So happy I was right!! This is gonna be a damn good year!! Now if only I had bet you guys I might have made a lil money!!
Mrs. Weeks I presume?
Only way to explain that kind of excitement over the burning of a roster spot on a dedicated LS.
Btw, long time sufferer er, lurker; finally decided to legitimize myself with a fancy account.
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by benbiggles on Sep 8, 2010 5:23 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions 6 recs
Welcome senor biggles...
rec’d for being a noob…
"Your mother is a hamster and your father smells of elderberries! Now Go away or I shall taunt you a second time!"
Go Texans!
Thanks Taco Joe.
I’ll try to keep noob mistakes to a minimum. I’ve always enjoyed the witty banter on this site; it’s kept me from bypassing my car after a Sunday game in favor of a leisurely stroll down the center lane of 610….though as a lifelong Houston sports fan (and an Aggie to boot) I should be used to that nauseous feeling in my stomach. Dare to dream though!
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Rec'd
For noobness and for making the exact same comment to LisaK as I did when she made her first declaration of love for Mr. Weeks.
Q: If losses by fewer than 7 points are 3 times more likely than blowout losses to cause Tim to get blindingly drunk, do you take the over or the under on the number of Scott appearances as 3.5?
TexansDC: False. You can’t get drunk from Coors Light.
Great minds think alike?
Either that or I just didn’t learn my lesson the first time the restraining order was issued…..
(not sure if stalker jokes are ever appreciated so forgive me if the noobness shows)
TV Announcer: Rob Schneider was an animal. Then he was a woman. And now Rob Schneider is... a stapler! And he's about to find out that being a stapler is harder than it looks. Rob Schneider is… "The Stapler". Rated PG-13.
Why when a girl is a fan is she in love with them?
Hahaha Now that would be true if it was #56 Cushing. I always thought he was pretty great as a player but DAMN when I got a look at him I had a whole new admiration for him!! hahahaha Now that man is just about one of the most sexy beasts I have ever seen!! So now ya all know who I want! hahahaha =)
BFD?
‘Cause, like, that’s what Jordann told me in class yesterday.
Q: If losses by fewer than 7 points are 3 times more likely than blowout losses to cause Tim to get blindingly drunk, do you take the over or the under on the number of Scott appearances as 3.5?
TexansDC: False. You can’t get drunk from Coors Light.
I told you that in confidence!
Now Lisa knows that i’m jealous of the attention that she’s giving BFD!
HAHA No Sir! No Mrs Weeks Here!
A friend is all. We had classes together and he was a great person to get to know is all and has an incredible work ethic which made me a big supporter! I’m in Paramedic school but pre-med bachelors and end point is Surgical PA. I have a very long road ahead of me!. He was an inspiration and I can use all the inspiration I can get till I reach my goals. That is all. Just a happy friend/fan!
Well
as long as Weeks doesn’t junkin the ball, he’s okay by me. Of course should that happen…..well, at least that means the Texans made the playoffs.
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by benbiggles on Sep 8, 2010 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Welcome, Biggles
Now that you’ve shed the cloak of anonymity, hope you’ll begin commenting regularly.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Sep 8, 2010 4:15 PM CDT up reply actions
LisaK
I will spend some of the football season in Mesa… just thought i would let you know, though me and my friend usually hit up all you can eat wings you are more than welcome to join.
"Your mother is a hamster and your father smells of elderberries! Now Go away or I shall taunt you a second time!"
Go Texans!
That might be fun!
I’m always up for meeting new friends and especially when we can jump up & down and scream at a football game!! hahaha Mesa is a bit of a drive but if ya let me know ahead of time I might be able to meet ya guys there!
I like your new profile pic!
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
Stalker.
Q: If losses by fewer than 7 points are 3 times more likely than blowout losses to cause Tim to get blindingly drunk, do you take the over or the under on the number of Scott appearances as 3.5?
TexansDC: False. You can’t get drunk from Coors Light.
by LoneSpot on Sep 8, 2010 1:02 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Re: Stalker
Between Rip and Taco Joe, I’m going to ask SB Nation to start charging a monthly subscription fee. BRB can become the new match.com.
Looking forward to a day when being a Texans fan doesn't mean that April is the highlight of my season...
by Tim on Sep 8, 2010 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions
And if you offer every new member
a case of Zima, you can double the love connections and make more profit!
ZIMA! Yuck!
If your gonna drink a beer at least drink something that tastes good like a hefeweizen, or something darker like a Guinness.
But me, I’ll Take some good Ole Southern Comfort or a whole bottle or two of Wine!
Future victim of stalking.
Q: If losses by fewer than 7 points are 3 times more likely than blowout losses to cause Tim to get blindingly drunk, do you take the over or the under on the number of Scott appearances as 3.5?
TexansDC: False. You can’t get drunk from Coors Light.
Who's that in the pic with you?
She’s a cutie-pie! :)
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
then I can see why you cut her face off....hahaha!
I suppose if all of the stars, moons and planets align it could be possible, but what are the chances of that?
I was on the Weeks bandwagon
We’ve usually carried a LS…I didn’t see why that would change now.
"Well, at least our players kept their helmets on, so that showed some intelligence"-Bob McNair
good call Tim.
and nobody could have forseen lil’ baby trindon’s thumb (and pride and ego) to be so fragile.
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http://www.twitter.com/doobieman21
by chrisd21 on Sep 8, 2010 8:12 AM CDT via mobile reply actions
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