Rashad Carmichael Is The Newest Texan!
by riversmccown on Apr 30, 2011 12:29 PM CDT
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I have some sad news to report: a small puppy, not unlike Lassie, was just run over in the parking lot.
And now it's time for the comedy stylings of Rashad Carmichael!
Carmichael, a cornerback out of Virginia Tech, will likely slot in and compete for the dime cornerback job with Jason Allen and Sherrick McManis. Given how most experts thought that the cornerback crop was very deep this year, I have no specific problems with this pick, and I'm willing to give the benefit of the doubt to Wade Phillips as well.
Carmichael goes by the nickname "Roc", but doesn't supplement it with a The, which means he can't be a terrible movie or wrestler. He's a two year starter for the Hokies who had 10 interceptions over the last two seasons. He seems to have a profile similar to what the Texans thought they were getting in Brice McCain, except I guess there is a chance he knows how to defend a slant route.
I would have preferred Chris Carter here, but yano, this isn't so bad.
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Don't know much about him... Research time.
The brief scouting report and footage I saw of him on the outside isn’t overly flattering. But he’s a ball-hawk; might be a good player on the inside. Haven’t heard anything about a safety transition, but evidently he’s physical, so it might work.
Either way, it’s hard to improve the worst secondary in the league without adding some talent. I’d have preferred Davon House, but I like having another body in the mix regardless.
by Nashmeister on Apr 30, 2011 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah he is
But LOTS of folks have passed on him several times…make me think there’s a reason.
by Calvin Paquette on Apr 30, 2011 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions
I haven't heard anything negative about him
as in red flags, has anyone heard some?
and the clouds opened up and God said "I Hate you Texans Fans."
You joke...
But I think we could draft D.J. Williams and have him lose a bit of weight and end up with probably the best slot receiver in the league. Heard lots of folks say that he has the best hands of any player in the draft and having watched lots of Arkansas games, I will second the motion.
by Calvin Paquette on Apr 30, 2011 12:38 PM CDT reply actions
I like it. So does Wes Bunting
Rock Carmichael is one of my draft’s favorites, him and Brandon Harris in #Texans secondary instantly improves secondary.
That's not saying much.
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Oh KERNS!!!
The AVATAR!!! My EYES!!! It BURNS!!!
PLEEEEEEEEEEZ!!!
In the name of all that is good, have mercy…
"In conclusion, I’d like to say that Dicky Justice is an assclown."
"...your in-house hirings on the defensive side suck donkey balls..."
- tehGrindCrusher
having Mike Kerns added as a defensive back...
…instantly improves the secondary. I like that pick too.
I must be high on Wade Phillips, because in previous years I would have seen a 4th rd defensive back and thought – “meh, practice squad fodder”, but this time I’m getting just automatic good vibes every time they pick somebody.
Or, maybe it’s just being heffed up on goofballs
Belly covering belt isn't what they are talking about...
"In conclusion, I’d like to say that Dicky Justice is an assclown."
"...your in-house hirings on the defensive side suck donkey balls..."
- tehGrindCrusher
The Texans were in love with this kid before the draft
Wade’s getting all of his favorite guys.
Carmichael has to signal the end of McCain
"Lord, beer me strength."
That would also be awesome
The Houston Chronicle selects (insert any writer’s name here since they’ll be better than McClain and Justice).
"Lord, beer me strength."
I'll write for the Chronicle.
At least with me, you know I’m not being serious.
I am a visionary, I am a genius, and now I am angry! Now help me find my pants!
I have a plan, and it's so cunning you can brush your teeth with it!
by UprootedTexan on Apr 30, 2011 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Maybe Quin will be moved to FS afterall.
and the clouds opened up and God said "I Hate you Texans Fans."
Holy crap!
On Carmichael’s twitter page, here is what his profile says:
Before u finish ya plate make sure tht ya brova ate…Bappin ain ez
Southpaw, care to translate that?
ok, I think I got everything but "Bappin"
I can translate that to “bapping” but that’s as far as I get. Anyone?
With any luck
and some good coaching perhaps he will develop to the point where “Bappin” will become “ez”. We can only hope.
by Bobbythegreat on Apr 30, 2011 1:02 PM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
I've got it!!!!!!!!!!!!!one!!
“bappin” down passes! That’s it fo shizzle. in the no flizzeye zizzle!
I wonder if he had the same guy
as Derrick Rose take his SAT’s…..
by Bobbythegreat on Apr 30, 2011 12:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Urban Dictionary ftw
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=bappin
“Meaning that you are in high spirits. That you are in a good mood or plain chillin around.”
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=bapping has all sorts of goodies.
But, this is probably what he was really getting at: http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=bappin%20boom
by socctty on Apr 30, 2011 1:11 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
meh, it was more fun when I didn't know.
Thanks though!
I'm wit chu.
“Bappin ain EZ B ino” sounds better then ‘Feeling good isn’t easy, brother. I know!’
Hopefully, it translates to a lot of hard work on the practice field makes good on Sunday!
People tell me, ‘Oh, you just drink to escape your problems.’ Well, no shit. I’d eat rat heads if it let me ditch my problems."
ok, crap, I'm scared to even click on "smurfing" now
who makes up this shit?
In his own way...
He cares about people.
Check the further down the thread. This kid is my favorite new Texan. You can decipher for yourself what ‘bappin’ truly is
If he flops in pro football – which is not likely – he’ll be a natural making his living standing in front of kids. Or leading a charitable foundation known by the name he’s already picked out: "Bless All People.’’
2011 Crystal Ball
Dorin Dickerson coming out party
by BRBUSAFTexan on Apr 30, 2011 1:49 PM CDT up reply actions
B(less) A(ll) P(eople)
I think we know what BAPpin means
Watching tape on him...
The guy who sticks out is the free safety playing behind him, #2. I have no idea who he is, though.
Oh, wait.
It’s 20. Jayron Hosley… 9 picks last year, evidently. Just a sophomore, though.
I was thinking they'd draft a corner
I just thought it’d be House instead, shows what I know…
I think with 2 CBs so far taken this year, Quinn would seem to be moving to safety… my money is also on the Texans retaining Jason Allen and moving him back to safety as he’s played at least half of his career at that position already… Given Phillips’ comments that they want mirror images at the two safety positions, leads me to believe they’re either going to be playing alot of man with a 2 deep shell and/or straight man coverage…, in which case you’d probably be best off with two cover safeties and bank on the front 7 and 2 CBs keeping the short stuff short rather than depending on safeties for much run support…
by Bryan72076 on Apr 30, 2011 1:26 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Still would like to see a vet FA at CB, too.
With the lock out back on it’ll be interesting to see the mad dash of teams to sign rookie FA’s whenever that happens.
People tell me, ‘Oh, you just drink to escape your problems.’ Well, no shit. I’d eat rat heads if it let me ditch my problems."
Good Carmichael story:
Blessin'
All People ain ez…
2011 Crystal Ball
Dorin Dickerson coming out party
by BRBUSAFTexan on Apr 30, 2011 1:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Hopefully everyone gets back around...
cuz this will defintely put you in his corner.
2011 Crystal Ball
Dorin Dickerson coming out party
by BRBUSAFTexan on Apr 30, 2011 1:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow.
And this:
Rashad Carmichael’s nickname is "Roc.‘’ It’s often misspelled as "Rock,‘’ but he said he’s been spelling it without the "k’’ since kindergarten. (He said he wasn’t aware that a roc is actually a large, mythical bird).
Cost effective!
WOW!
And I can so relate to his father still sitting on the couch. When I’m home I can still see my dad sitting in his “reading chair” in the corner of the living room.
He’s already a great person, hopefully he makes a great football player as well.
Just my $.02
Even duct tape can't fix stupid
Meh
Not expecting much out of this one really.
CB Rashad Carmichael, selected in Round 4 by the Texans, ran the 40 in 4.26 seconds at Virginia Tech’s Pro Day and is known for providing help in run support. In the last two years, Carmichael had 50 tackles on running plays, including six tackles for loss on third downs. Texans RapidReports
4.26? Holy Jebus
Think with him they can actually defend a screen for once?
I am Sancho
by HoustonTransplant on May 1, 2011 11:14 PM CDT up reply actions
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