Texans Training Camp Report: August 10th
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 10:08 AM CDT
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Today's report:
The Good
CB Jason Allen - Jason had a great day. He jumped a lot of routes and made a lot of plays on the ball. He didn't intercept one, but he batted down quite a few. Also had a nice play on a deep ball thrown to Lestar Jean. Didn't make a play on the ball, but he stuck on him and forced Leinart to overthrow him.
CB Johnathan Joseph - Joseph did get beat by 'Dre a few times, but he made one spectacular play. Schaub had a nice PA fake, and threw it to AJ on a a nicely run curl route. JJo then jumped the route and nearly had a pick. He covered up Dorin Dickerson and Kevin Walter a couple of times too.
WR Andre Johnson - AJ had some fantastic catches today. Whenever he was on the field, Joseph was on him. The highlight of the day for him was a really nice post route. Schaub put it right on the money, and AJ snatched it out of the air. That was the one play where Joseph was a good 2 or 3 yards behind Andre.
DE/DT J.J. Watt - The right side of the OL, especially Eric Winston, continues to get abused by this guy. He's dynamite against the run. Also had some good pass rushes against Brisiel too.
NT/DT Earl Mitchell - Mitchell was the same as yesterday, except he was a little more violent with his hands. He consistently disrupted the line of scrimmage. Great camp so far for EM.
WR Lestar Jean - This guy might be a legitimate deep threat. He's got some speed, and he's 6'5". Matt Leinart threw a pretty deep ball to him about 30 yards down field and he caught it with Brandon Harris defending him. Jean also had a nice crossing route and got a 10-15 yard gain.
CB Brandon Harris - Aside from the play where Jean got the best of him, Harris was solid. The one play that stuck out was when Jeff Maehl ran a really nice in-and-out move, and Harris didn't bite on the first move. Harris has impressed me the most in camp aside from Watt.
DE/DT Antonio Smith - Antonio was a beast today. He was clogging up running lanes, and he was really getting after the QB. On a Nickel situation, Antonio got by Wade Smith and got to Schaub with ease. Then, a few plays later, Antonio got by Smith again for another sack. Our DLine on Nickel and Dime situations is scary. Watt and Smith are going to get up the middle, with Mario and Barwin coming from the edge.
ILB Darryl Sharpton - Sharpton shoots gaps like no other. He made a lot of plays in the backfield and at the line of scrimmage today. However, he struggled in pass coverage. OD continues to get the best of him. The only positive out of that is that OD is a top 3 TE when healthy.
ILB DeMeco Ryans - This was the Captain's best day of camp, IMO. He was covering a lot better, and he was very explosive, especially while blitzing on Nickel and Dime situations. One play that stuck out is when he just demolished Chris Myers and nearly got to Schaub.
DE Tim Jamison - Tim's going to be a solid rotation player for us, especially on running downs. He got by his man multiple times and made a few TFLs.
The Bad
RT Eric Winston - This was Winston's worse day of camp, from what I've seen. Watt constantly got the best of him on running plays. On a stretch play to Winston's side, Watt just bull rushed him and pushed him back, which forced Ward to cut back and run right into Shaun Cody. On another play, it was a stretch play to the left, and Watt got by Winston with ease and got to Ward at the line of scrimmage. Even Winston's pass blocking wasn't that great. I hope this doesn't continue.
LG Wade Smith - Wade had some good moments today, especially on running plays. However, Antonio Smith abused him in pass protection. Not a good day for Smith, or for the whole OL in general.
QB Matt Schaub - Schaub made good throws today, but he missed some too. He missed a WIDE open Owen Daniels up the middle, and missed Kevin Walter on a nicely run slant route. Shouldn't be anything to worry about though.
The Ugly
Thankfully, nobody is on this list today. Kareem Jackson played better today, and Brice McCain didn't get enough reps to earn a spot on this list. Like I said, this was one of the best days of camp, so not many players played poorly.
Standout Player of the Day: Jason Allen/Antonio Smith - I forgot to do this yesterday, so It feels fitting to give this "award" to two players. Both guys played very well today. Smith caused hell in the trenches, and Allen was on lockdown the entire practice.
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Same here.
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 10:21 AM CDT up reply actions
He was pretty shitty last year.
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to the extent that our O-line had a weak point, he was it last year
He’s been better though. I was hoping he would snap out of it and be back to form this year, but doesn’t look like it from what I’ve heard so far. Either that, or Watt is just ridiculously dominant, or both.
If it wasn't for our 1600 yard running back, I would agree
I’d say he was mildly crappy
I'm a man!! I'm forty!!
Fair enough
I should qualify it as “pretty shitty compared to his own previous play.” I mean, he wasn’t Jordan Gross or anything out there.
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Maybe he's spending too much time
on sports Radio 610.
by MeSoLongHorny on Aug 10, 2011 11:45 AM CDT up reply actions
at least we resigned our backup tackle
extraordinary.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Yup.
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I'm really hoping that the problems he's having are just because Watt is that damn good
Murphy’s 20th Military Law:
If it’s stupid, but it works, it ain’t stupid
by The Night Owl on Aug 10, 2011 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions
is he lookin that bad against everybody he faces or is it just when he faces megawatt??
FBOMBFBOMBFBOMB
by F-BombTheJets on Aug 10, 2011 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions
I think he's just been matched up against Watt
Murphy’s 20th Military Law:
If it’s stupid, but it works, it ain’t stupid
by The Night Owl on Aug 10, 2011 10:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Heard Brooks Reed had an INT but Jeff Maehl chased him down and forced a fumble.
Also heard Trindon returned a punt for a TD.
Prediction: 11-5 AFC South champions.
ive been on the trindon holiday bandwagon this whole time
he can be a really good returner…
by Samarth Sulhan on Aug 10, 2011 10:50 AM CDT up reply actions
He did get a pick, but I didn't see much of what happened after the pick.
I was on the wrong side of the field.
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by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions
In your oppinion
Is our D-line progressing that well or is our O-line being that inept? I would love to believe our D-line is becoming the next gangbusters and we will rack up 150 sacks, tear off Mannings right arm, drop kick Gabbert and Locker, and gang rape Roethlisberger (what comes around goes around). Sadly I just wonder if our Offensive line is going to return to the wiffle ball status of years old.
I think our DLine is going to have a monster year.
Having Antonio and Watt inside give us two immedate pass rushing threats, aslong with Mario outside. If Barwin can live up to his potential, we should become the NY Giants of the AFC.
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 11:08 AM CDT up reply actions
Mitchell, let's not forget him. Need him to be EMFM
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by Rip Jersey on Aug 10, 2011 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
Rec'd
EMFM!!!! lol Earl Muh F***** Mitchell
by MghtyPtrck on Aug 10, 2011 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
or Errrrr Muhhhhh Fuugggin Mitchell
by MghtyPtrck on Aug 10, 2011 7:04 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Welcome to Texas, Muhhh fucka.
GTA 4 reference.
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I read about his mean and furious handpumps, and that really get's me stoked
He is one mean football player, fists flyin’!
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I should make a few more SBN accounts
just to rec this more
Thank God for football!
by BattleRedHusker on Aug 12, 2011 12:28 AM CDT up reply actions
Let's go DEFENSE!!
It might just have been an off day for the offense but it’s great to hear our D capitalized on it.
I'm a man!! I'm forty!!
Im really looking forward to seeing who locks down that 5th reciever spot
I thought TT would in the beginning but its looking more like its gonna come down to Lestar jean and jeff mahel
Townsel got blasted by Kubiak today for too many stutter steps, pretty funny.
Especially Kubiaks imitation of him while he was yelling at him. But Townsel has looked really good & offers the KR ability too.
by TexanDynasty on Aug 10, 2011 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions
good to hear that the defense is bringing it to the offense.
makes em’ both better, practicing against each other.
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I thought
Jason Allen sucks. What am I missing here.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
where did you hear that???
he led the team in picks last year…
"It's very SIMPLE angela!!!!! LOOK AT WHAT I'M DOING... AND GO TELL SOMEBODY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!" - Andy
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/stifles giggle... THAT's your metric?
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
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DUHH
that’s why deangelo hall is the best corner in the league. so many INTs!
by dumpsterjedi on Aug 10, 2011 1:02 PM CDT up reply actions
I was just snickering about...
… leading the 2010 Texans Defense in interceptions is some faint praise.
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
- tehGrindCrusher
Oh...
I was just joking about INTs being a good measure for cornerbacks..
by dumpsterjedi on Aug 10, 2011 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Ah...
I think I was just having a “These are not the ’droids you seek…” moment…
I’m with ya’ now.
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
- tehGrindCrusher
I think a bunch of people just grouped him with the crappy secondary.
He seems to always have his body in position to make a play on the ball. We got him halfway through the season, and he instantly contributed. He was the 16th pick in 2006.
He is a former 1st round pick with 4 years NFL experience. He led our team in picks last year, without playing in all 16 games, and he can actually keep his feet under him and not fall down while backpedaling or making a cut.
For the love of God, start Allen across from JJ.
by b4theproffit on Aug 10, 2011 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions
He was cut by a team with a poor secondary midway through the season.
He played poorly for us by any metric you wish to use. He was decent in one game: against the Eagles. Against the Jets, he was used like toilet paper, and he was almost as bad against the Ravens.
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the midseason cut thing bothers me the most
meaning, the fact that it was midseason. The only reason to cut someone midseason is really because you want to free up a roster spot. They cut Allen to make room for Al Harris (and wait, why the hell didn’t the Texans get Al Harris?), who proceeded to play in only three games, start none, and rack up something like five tackles. Allen had a better finish to the season, only because he played more, but the fact that Miami cut him means they figured they were getting more out of that roster spot from Al Harris’s limited production.
Look at who they had
Allen couldn’t get playing time behind Vontae Davis or Sean Smith ahead of him, plus they kept moving him between CB & FS, so he wasn’t able to establish himself at one position.
Murphy’s 20th Military Law:
If it’s stupid, but it works, it ain’t stupid
by The Night Owl on Aug 10, 2011 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Perhaps Miami made a mistake.
I recall completions being made against him, when his body was in perfect position and he just failed to swat away a ball. I am not suggesting he is a pro-bowl caliber player. But he stays with the recievers, and puts himself in a position to make a play on the ball. Compare that with K-JAC falling down, or being 3 yards off a receiver on most any given play.
To me he is the Okoye of cornerbacks. He has the tools, his team just got tired of waiting for him to develop.
Again, Miami gave a first round corner 3 1/2 years to develop. Perhaps he needs 4-5. Maybe the guy is a season behind the expectations of him for that organization and they lost faith. All I know is he looked hands down better that K-Jac. If he sucks……We can always play K-jac or Harris…….. Man I love the fact that 2nd CB is our biggest concern going into the season. I remember when it was QB-RB- and about 70% of the starting position.
by b4theproffit on Aug 10, 2011 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes but we have cut guys that became better
Tramon Williams
I am not saying he is a TW, but having been cut from a crappy secondary doesn’t mean a guy is crappy.
He did suck against the Jests – but I think he has his act together from what I have seen at TC
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by Barryfromtexas on Aug 10, 2011 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions
He was also expecting Eugene Wilson to be able to cover over the top
Can’t blame that game all on Allen
Murphy’s 20th Military Law:
If it’s stupid, but it works, it ain’t stupid
by The Night Owl on Aug 10, 2011 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Everything from camp is saying....
That A) he’s taken to Wade and Vance B) Kareem is struggling to be consistent and C) Allen’s playing his heart out.
"Lord, beer me strength."
The Texans Should have...
gotten a lineman too, i really dislike Winston as a player
by Texans_Bills_Rams on Aug 10, 2011 11:49 AM CDT reply actions
Butler
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Dumb question
Do you really think Dennison-Kubiak will demote Winston and promote Butler?
I didn't do anything wrong!.... and, I won't do it again.
None whatsoever.
The only way that happens is if Winston loses an appendage.
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by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Why not move Winston in to G, he would be awesome there instead of avg RT
by TexanDynasty on Aug 10, 2011 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions
There are sites doing 2012 mock drafts (lame, I know)
That suggest Houston draft a LT and move Duane Brown to guard.
"Lord, beer me strength."
I don't think he's the problem
I just think Watt is causing him a bunch of problems, which I’m getting more excited about
Murphy’s 20th Military Law:
If it’s stupid, but it works, it ain’t stupid
by The Night Owl on Aug 10, 2011 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions
or if he is just absolutely misserable for at least a 4 game stretch
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
O-Line
I thought the O-Line was going to be a strength of ours this year…
Has our D-Line taken a HUGE step forward?
Has a D-Line lost a few steps on pocket protection, or is their main strength opening gaps for the run?
Antonio Smith was indeed a beast today.
I almost wish they’d make an exception and let him hit the QB (as long as it’s Leinart or Yates), though. He needs to work on finishing plays so he can turn those gaudy pressure numbers into sacks.
Anywho, I had a bad angle and I’m a horrible photographer, but for your viewing pleasure:
The only decent shots I got all day were on one second-team play when they called in Keo and immediately sent him to blitz. He lined up a few feet off the line of scrimmage, facing Anthony Hill.
He got a quick jump off the snap, beat Hill around the edge, then Hill got him with a pretty blatant hold around the neck:
It continues here:
Bad omen for Anthony Hill, methinks. He’s a blocking specialist and he can’t even handle a fourth-string safety. Good news for Keo, though. As expected, the ridiculous agility he showed at the combine translates pretty well to box safety play. Though unfortunately for him, I’m not sure how much of a need there is for that on this defense…
I noticed one other thing:
In that picture, Mario Williams just beat the right tackle around the edge, then little Steve Slaton stood him up with a great block. Slaton hasn’t looked good running the ball, but he’s exceptional in the passing game. And no coach in the league cares more about a RB’s ability to pick up the blitz than Gary Kubiak. Slaton just might make the team after all.
by Nashmeister on Aug 10, 2011 12:04 PM CDT reply actions 3 recs
HA!
that’s the EXACT spot i was SITTING in when some asshole texans employee comes over and says “sir you gotta stand up like everyone else.” psssh. aint my fault i was smart enough to bring a pop up chair, umbrella… and a 6 pack!
"It's very SIMPLE angela!!!!! LOOK AT WHAT I'M DOING... AND GO TELL SOMEBODY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!" - Andy
@doobieman21
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That's pretty genius.
It was almost an amazing spot, too, when they started kicking field goals. They hit the net and drop right down into the crowd. Of course, they make you throw ‘em back… Would’ve been a sweet souvenir if they let you keep ’em, though.
Other things of note:
Sherrick McManis sheds blocks very well on running plays and seals off the outside. Kareem could learn a thing or two from his fellow sophomore CB.
Barwin looks big. Very big. He may have lost some of his pass-rushing explosiveness (temporarily, at least), but he appears to be a more complete player now with improved run defense.
The defense seemed content leaving Joseph on an island with Andre Johnson and using their safeties to help out the other corners and linebackers. While I’m glad they have the confidence in Joseph to do that sort of thing, there are still probably 5-10 receivers in this league that require safety help regardless of the CB. I’m hoping for more of a center-field role from one of the two.
by Nashmeister on Aug 10, 2011 12:23 PM CDT up reply actions
It kind of sounds like the Texans want Dre vs Joseph all the time
They want the two of them to get better by being isolated with each other. I like it because they are seriously pushing each other. I’m pretty sure when the season starts, we’ll see more safety help than in training camp.
Lance Z noted the same thing you did about Barwin as well
Surprising but good considering he’s the SOLB.
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Pancakes
On 610 this morning, said only 4 recievers would make the team (AJ, KW, JJ, DD), and that none of the UDFA WR would make it. He is such an idiot… I am really hoping that 5th guy is Lestar or Terrence….
by Da babyfacedassassin Meco on Aug 10, 2011 12:06 PM CDT reply actions
Typical
waffling from Pancakes. He posted this today in his training camp notes on the Chron site:
The Texans have four receivers — Andre Johnson, Kevin Walter, Jacoby Jones and Dorin Dickerson — who’ll make the team. A fifth spot and a practice squad spot are there for the taking.
He's just covering his bases
There’s almost no way he can be wrong now =D
by dumpsterjedi on Aug 10, 2011 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I prefer to think of it as...
…there’s almost no way he can be RIGHT now… /just sayin’
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
- tehGrindCrusher
My money is on Maehl at the moment.
He catches just about everything thrown his way.
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by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I second
I’ve followed him from Oregon and loved this pick up. He runs great routes, has great agility, hands of glue. I think he is faster than his 40 shows, and does all the little things well. EX. The talk of him chasing down Brooks Reed and forcing a fumble.
That description sounds just like Kevin Walter
So we don't want him cuz Walter is teh Sux
I'm a man!! I'm forty!!
im with you here
maehl can be a good reciever in this league… and it would feel a lot better having kw and maehl than kw anderson am i wrong?
if only there were 22 sage rosenfels out there
by gm.in.waiting on Aug 10, 2011 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions
If Maehl doesn't stick with the Texans
I can see someone like Jacksonville, which is starving for WRs, picking him up.
I didn't do anything wrong!.... and, I won't do it again.
It is going to hurt bad seeing these guys put on P-squad and taken by another team
I got a awesome Maehl catch on vid http://youtu.be/xhC6IsZVncY 1 handed falling down catch.
by TexanDynasty on Aug 10, 2011 5:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Dickerson Catch?
I guess if Dickerson became white and changed to #15 then it would be a Dickerson Catch
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by Barryfromtexas on Aug 10, 2011 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions
There's a Dorin Dickerson vs Jonathan Joseph vid too
http://youtu.be/IPl30AMQAdQ I guess the comment ruined the surprise but Dickerson came up w/ awesome jump catch.
by TexanDynasty on Aug 10, 2011 6:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Ah OK
I am only good at making cryptic comments – not interpreting them
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by Barryfromtexas on Aug 10, 2011 6:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Diamond in the rough
Dickerson strikes me as someone who in 2 or 3 years (given he keeps improving his route running and what not) he could defiantly be our Number 2 receiver. guys loaded with physical talent, has really good ball skills (from what I’ve seen from him) I hope he lives up to his potential.
This won't happen
Also, I predict after the Texans keep more than four WRs, he’ll deny every saying it.
I didn't do anything wrong!.... and, I won't do it again.
They do tend to make good special teamers
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by Barryfromtexas on Aug 10, 2011 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions
Something tells me they'll keep 6 WRs & place one on the practice squad
Andre, Walter, Jones, Dickerson, Jean, Maehl, & Toliver are my guesses. Toliver may be the likely one to end up on the PS
Murphy’s 20th Military Law:
If it’s stupid, but it works, it ain’t stupid
by The Night Owl on Aug 10, 2011 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I was thinking the same! Very well could happen.
I didn't do anything wrong!.... and, I won't do it again.
What's the deal with Cushing??
Is he just day to day and he hasn’t recovered yet? When is he expected to practice? Are we getting into the territory of him missing the first game of the year?
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Dehydrated... needs more juice.
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by taylorrohrman on Aug 10, 2011 12:22 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
working him back slowly.
he is still working with the first team in the bubble practices, just not in the mornings from what i’ve heard.
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Had off-season surgery
Just now getting back to action. Just gotta get into football shape.
"Lord, beer me strength."
yo just got into town and got my ticket for friday.
what should i expect, bring, and look for when i am out there?
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by NoSafetiesNeeded on Aug 10, 2011 1:22 PM CDT reply actions
Expect crowds, bring sunblock, and look for Texans football.
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by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions
okay so what you are saying is ....
traffic, humidity and heat and tons of missed tackles and not enough te’s. CANT WAIT!!!!
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by NoSafetiesNeeded on Aug 10, 2011 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Pretty much. Except the missed tackles aren't quite as missed as they used to be.
Oh, and bring money in case you want drinks or food or something.
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I am a visionary, I am a genius, and now I am angry! Now where are those pants at?!
Football is war by other means. - Carl von Clausewitz...sorta.
by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions
i dont live in texas
Does anybody know where I can watch the games online or what tv thing I got to subscribe to to watch them?
by BricAM on Aug 10, 2011 1:44 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Preseason games?
First one should be on ESPN’s Monday Night Football. Other than that, Texans preseason games aren’t usually shown nationally.
If you mean regular season, there are streams online (though I don’t know what they are offhand), and DirecTV has Sunday NFL Ticket. Those are the only options I’m aware of.
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by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 1:49 PM CDT up reply actions
NFL Network is airing another one live....I think it may be the 2nd one. Have to check.
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Maybe for you.
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I am a visionary, I am a genius, and now I am angry! Now where are those pants at?!
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by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Yep. We are poor folk.
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by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions
I HATE DAMN NFL NETWORK!!!
Take games and make them unavailable to the fanbase unless they pay for their stupid network.
Blows. I guess I’ll just have to try to avoid the news and catch the game on NFL Rewind.
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
- tehGrindCrusher
right now
direct tv is giving you the nfl sports package free when you join… that’s every single sunday game :)
Yup, and as long as you are okay with...
…not watching TV any time it rains, that might be a good deal. Been there, done that. Not worth the tradeoff. Although, I’ve learned to never say never. TimeWarner is just about to reach that level of “customer service” that requires a change. All it’s going to take is for some real competitive broadband alternatives to become available out here in the sticks and I’ll probably revisit my options all the way around.
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
- tehGrindCrusher
Sometimes the website "Justintv "streams the games.
Many times the streams get taken down by the NFL though.
by b4theproffit on Aug 10, 2011 2:01 PM CDT up reply actions
NFL Network
Is showing all pre-season games (not live, tho), so all Texans games should be on there, though it may be at 3am. :(
Michael Lombardi tosses Brian Baldinger's salad.
With syrup.
If you can live without live broadcast...
…I’ve been pretty happy with NFL Rewind as an affordable backup for when the Austin-Cowboy-Loving-CBS-Affiliate decides to go all Socialist on me and not run the Texans game.
It’s about $40 bucks for the season and you can replay all of the games.
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
- tehGrindCrusher
Watching The Texans
If you are outside the country you can sign up for NFL Game Pass @ NFL.com and watch any game you want and they are archived to watch anytime or if you know people who live in Houston maybe you can set up a sling box and watch all Houston channels through the internet
Sharpton
is getting love from everyone, even Kubes. So any chance he might start the season ahead of Cushing.
Pretty much this.
Despite my better judgment, a manager at Battle Red Blog.
Supreme Galactic Editor of Battle Red Onion.
I am a visionary, I am a genius, and now I am angry! Now where are those pants at?!
Football is war by other means. - Carl von Clausewitz...sorta.
by UprootedTexan on Aug 10, 2011 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Sharpton needs to work on his coverage skills, Xavier Adibi has been looking good
Nobody wants to admit Cushing lost weight b/c he quit the roids, ya’ll want to wait till u see him suck all year.
by TexanDynasty on Aug 10, 2011 5:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Nice job again, b31c
You might follow in the footsteps of other blogging luminaries such as Scott, DreKeem, or you might even be the next Tom Martin.
Dream big!
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The next Tom Martin?
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 2:41 PM CDT up reply actions 5 recs
I'm dying here
Serious, when you turn 21, I owe a beer or three for merely putting up with my crap.
Also, these really ARE fantastic.
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rec'd because BFD said to...
"And I’m sure [Kareem Jackson] would have a wonderful career as a professional interpretive dancer, with all that flapping his arms and falling down."
- tehGrindCrusher
Will the Oline hold up?
I’ve expressed my views about Chris Myers in the past but the majority seems to think he’ll be fine. I know move mike focus to Eric Winston, would/could Rashad Butler be the better tackle? He played pretty solid last year for Brown and really looked like he could handle the a starting spot.
by Its Gonna Happen on Aug 10, 2011 2:51 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
this!!!!^^^^
I’m still pissed at Winston for last year’s performance and to hear Watt getting the best in him a lot is ridiculous.
perhaps
This is more about Watt performing really well than it is about Winston playing poorly…at least I hope.
"We're goin with what we got"
by silentassassin on Aug 10, 2011 2:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Exactly^^^^^
Murphy’s 20th Military Law:
If it’s stupid, but it works, it ain’t stupid
by The Night Owl on Aug 10, 2011 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions
No
The drop-off from Winston to Butler would be just as bad, if not worse, than the one between Cushing and Diles in the first four games last year.
Butler is a valuable player because he doesn’t kill you too badly as a sub at the tackle. Winston is still a top 4 or 5 RT in the NFL. Did he struggle at times last year? Yes. Is he still very good? Yes.
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Also...
Winston is actually nine months YOUNGER than Butler.
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so the difference is amino's age?
thats good enough for me
- Feeling the five stages of grief since 2002.
"It's either gonna make you a man or a coward. One of the two. I'm a be a man. I ain't never seen a coward, heard a coward, coward not in ma vocabulary." - Lawrence Vickers
by NoSafetiesNeeded on Aug 10, 2011 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Heh
Nicely played. Partly meant that it wouldn’t be like bringing in a younger player to replace Winston, and at 28, Winston should still have plenty left in the tank.
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Thats a pretty big comparison!
Butler is to Winston what Diles is to Cushing.
Ouch…I didn’t think it was that bad, but I won’t argue as BFD is king.
by Its Gonna Happen on Aug 10, 2011 3:18 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I said it once and I'll say it again
Chris Myers had a fantastic year last year….was likely our best offensive linemen….and probably should’ve earned Pro Bowl honors as a reserve.
"Lord, beer me strength."
Still can't get that Kris Jenkins play out of my head though.
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 3:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, I was surprised at how well he played
especially with the amount of badmouthing he gets (still). Myers was excellent last year. I could be wrong, but I think I saw a stat where he was the only Texans O-lineman not to allow a sack last year. If so, that’s even more tremendous.
Close
Because I loves me, here’s my review/preview of o-linemen.
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I just wish he could get his ass more than 8 inches off the ground on snaps
….it’s putting Schaub’s knees through hell trying to crouch down.
I didn't do anything wrong!.... and, I won't do it again.
I think it is more Schaub than Meyers
After watching the drills
"All our lives, we’re taught to get in line. The ones who conform never discover."-Arian Foster
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by Barryfromtexas on Aug 10, 2011 5:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Agree
getting blown up by a guy 60 pounds heavier once every 16 games does not make for a poor season.
by b4theproffit on Aug 10, 2011 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions
This is off-topic,
but I’ve always wondered how to put a video on a comment.
Anyone know how?
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
Neither test I tried worked
Not sure if’n it’s possible.
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Winston is not a top 5 RT in the league
Based on last years play. He could be again, but he doesn’t look like the same guy to me. He is my main concern on offense
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by AllenOU on Aug 10, 2011 3:55 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Is anyone else worried about the Offensive Line?
I mean – on all of these posts, the OL has had a bad camp. Blown up by most of the defense – Mario on the outside, JJ, EM and Smith up front. Is it because we are so desperate for a good D that we want to see that? Or does our offensive line suck that bad.
I think of both the Dallas and Giants games last year where we couldn’t do anything. Is there more of that in store?
I am really worried about the OL. Schaub cannot take the pounding he got 2 or 3 years ago…..
Don't be worried about the OL.
We have one of the better DL in football, especially on passing downs.
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions
How can you say this?
They havent even played a down yet of FAKE football, much less a real game.
I agree they LOOK stacked on paper, but let’s be a little more realistic at this point
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by AllenOU on Aug 10, 2011 4:28 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I'm basing this on what I've seen in camp.
Last year, we had one of the best OLines in the NFL. If the DLine is playing well against them, that means our DLine has some talent.
I get what you’re saying, but I think it’s a lock that our DLine will at least be above average this year, if not better (assuming everyone stays healthy).
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm worried about right guard.
We could use a mauler, and Brisiel doesn’t have a great track record of health.
However, I think the pass protection will be greatly improved by virtue of Duane Brown’s development. I saw him handle Mario a couple times one-on-one with relative ease today. His technique has really come a long way.
OT
Just saw Duane at Gamestop picking up FIFA 11… Lost a little respect since he’s apparently a Chelsea fan..
by Broward83 on Aug 10, 2011 4:15 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Because is you are not a Manc you're a Wank
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by Barryfromtexas on Aug 10, 2011 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions
That's a pretty epic fail since FIFA 12 comes out next month
But it’s still the best couch co-op game ever
Love the TC talk
It leaves me with positive thoughts and infinite potential about the season. It’s our season to lose! How often are they lining up JJ at DT with Mario beside him? I have a feeling we’ll only see that in passing situations but the destruction that will cause on opposing Ol’s, I’m all tingly just thinking about it.
also seeming as I’m always a stride late for each BRB fantasy league I was thinking about starting one if anyone’s interested… unless brb’s thinking about making another league or two. hint hint. :)
I would love in
if ur making a new one
by TexansForLife on Aug 10, 2011 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions
BRB already has one.
20 man league. I think it’s the guys who were in it last year.
Not sure if there’s a 2nd fantasy league.
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions
Bone what about Leinart
I’ve heard he’s been money so far. Thanks for the reports BTW.
Wanted: Cornerback, Closer, and Center
He's had a few bad moments,
but he’s looked good for the most part.
"Hakeem couldn't kick your ass cuz you were too
close kissin his!"- Sir Charles to Kenny Smith.
by bone31crusher on Aug 10, 2011 10:51 PM CDT up reply actions
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