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Going to the Texans' First Playoff Game? Take Us With You!

Le sigh...

So I understand some of you are going to the Texans game on Saturday. Got your tickets and everything? Wonderful. Gonna do some tailgating while you're down there? Fantastic.

As I live a scant 2,500 miles away from Reliant Stadium and will be unable to attend, let me be the first to say you suck I'm very happy for you.

Frankly, I'm just happy that I'll finally get to watch a Texans game from the comfort of my couch on my new TV with a cold, refreshing Shiner in hand (hey, Shiner, how about an endorsement deal, huh?). But there's still a part of me that really wants to pawn everything I own (including housepets), hop on the first flight to Houston, and partake in the festivities.

Sadly, all my worldly possessions (even the pets) came to about $38.27 and, somehow, a jar of pickled eggs. So I will not get to watch history happen in person.

But you, you glorious ticket holders and tailgaters, you can help!

Jump to find out how!

Star-divide

Since you'll be at the game, and I'm sure I'm not the only one living out-of-town (state, continent, whatever) who would want to experience the excitement but can't, here's what I want you to do:

First of all, enjoy yourselves. We've waited ten years (more if you count that other team that used to be here) for this. So soak it all in while you're out there.

Second, bring your cameras and your smart phones (hopefully with the SBNation app installed) and take as many pictures as you can. I want the total experience so get pictures of anything interesting. It could be that monstrous grill at one of the tailgate parties you attend (I'm sure there's at least one). It could be the sight of 70,000+ screaming Texans fans during an important defensive play. (Side note: As TDC said in the Bleach Social post, if Reliant Stadium doesn't register on the Richter scale during the game, he and I will ban all of you who went to the game) It could be anything you find just vaguely interesting. With everything that will be going on at Reliant tomorrow, I don't think it'll be hard to find something to get on camera.

Third, on Monday, when everyone's had a chance to cure their hangovers settle down, I'll throw up a post where you can share your pictures, videos (if possible), and your own stories/experiences from the game (just as long as they're safe for work).

I, along with Texans fans around the world, am counting on you, you magnificent BRBtards!

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Someone better yell so much my vocal cords hurt.

Second My vocal cords will be yelling at the tv along with the people in the stadium.

Third IS IT SATURDAY YET

Division Champion Houston Texans
Hi My name is Jack, why don't you help me off?

by WreckNTexan on Jan 6, 2012 8:11 PM CST reply actions  

Beastie Boys/Mantan Moreland rec.

I have not yet begun to defile myself.

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by MDC on Jan 6, 2012 10:14 PM CST up reply actions  

I listened to that album on my run.

I was going to take the day off, but BRB got me too hyped.

by willieboyd on Jan 6, 2012 10:19 PM CST up reply actions  

Also, if you want to help

GET IN YOUR DAMN SEATS 15 MINUTES EARLY AND BE LOUD.

But be quiet when we’re on offense.

by WhiskeyR on Jan 6, 2012 8:15 PM CST reply actions  

The Part About Being Quiet When The Texans Have The Ball

Is key. Unfortunately, far too many fans don’t get 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 Jan 6, 2012 8:48 PM CST up reply actions   1 recs

If we win the toss

I think we should defer.

Its gonna be hard to harness the energy.

TJ must throw 30 times for us to win.

by texanphil on Jan 6, 2012 9:30 PM CST up reply actions  

Concur

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

by Tim on Jan 6, 2012 9:48 PM CST up reply actions  

(Nodding Furiously)

It blows my mind how people keep making noise when the Texans have the ball. I get that they’re excited, but that’s Football Fandom 101.

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

by Tim on Jan 6, 2012 9:48 PM CST up reply actions  

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 Jan 6, 2012 10:34 PM CST up reply actions  

GREAT IDEA

I can’t wait to see the post on Monday (or Sunday? Saturday night?).

by Big T33 on Jan 6, 2012 8:19 PM CST reply actions  

I guess I didn't win the tickets, oh well, I don't have enough gas in the car to make it there anyway.

so pleeeeeeeze post anything and everything related to the game and the reliant atmosphere.

we’ll be having a party here, our own little tailgate party before the game, and then it’s all up on my big screen tv.

and since I also have love for the Saints that goes all the way back to Bum and Earl being there, it’s going to be a great day for football watching.

Beer, it's not just for breakfast anymore

by Chrxtopher on Jan 6, 2012 8:38 PM CST reply actions  

I plan on being unable to talk until March

and taking 2,000 pictures with my iPhone and Nikon.

Also, I’m really confused by the M. Schaub jersey in the picture up there.

by winohamster on Jan 6, 2012 8:55 PM CST reply actions  

Yeah, it looks kind of off somehow.

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by UprootedTexan on Jan 6, 2012 9:00 PM CST up reply actions  

Dammit

Rec’d. That’s a better joke.

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

by Tim on Jan 6, 2012 10:07 PM CST up reply actions  

2nd BTF quote in this thread!!!

"The greatest danger in planning for tomorrow is using yesterdays logic."
Marc Kahlberg

"Some ideas are so stupid that only intellectuals believe them." - George Orwell

I think we will learn that the Bo$$man was right

by Barryfromtexas on Jan 6, 2012 10:09 PM CST up reply actions  

Probably how it was ordered

They will pretty much put anything on the back

"The greatest danger in planning for tomorrow is using yesterdays logic."
Marc Kahlberg

"Some ideas are so stupid that only intellectuals believe them." - George Orwell

I think we will learn that the Bo$$man was right

by Barryfromtexas on Jan 6, 2012 9:19 PM CST up reply actions  

rec

For BTF reference

"The greatest danger in planning for tomorrow is using yesterdays logic."
Marc Kahlberg

"Some ideas are so stupid that only intellectuals believe them." - George Orwell

I think we will learn that the Bo$$man was right

by Barryfromtexas on Jan 6, 2012 10:08 PM CST up reply actions  

The link

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yau7Z3vMBo0

"The greatest danger in planning for tomorrow is using yesterdays logic."
Marc Kahlberg

"Some ideas are so stupid that only intellectuals believe them." - George Orwell

I think we will learn that the Bo$$man was right

by Barryfromtexas on Jan 6, 2012 10:11 PM CST up reply actions  

Glad you caught it.

This is actually my favorite line in the whole movie.

I have not yet begun to defile myself.

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by MDC on Jan 6, 2012 10:15 PM CST up reply actions  

I'm tempted to order a ref jersey and have "Jackass" stitched across the back

But that strikes too close to the truth of many refs than humor value, and I couldn’t see myself drawing that much attention in a public place.

by MeMongo on Jan 6, 2012 10:12 PM CST up reply actions  

So, folks who called in sick to attend the game

Should not post pictures of themselves enjoying the game

/my definition of not safe for work

"The greatest danger in planning for tomorrow is using yesterdays logic."
Marc Kahlberg

"Some ideas are so stupid that only intellectuals believe them." - George Orwell

I think we will learn that the Bo$$man was right

by Barryfromtexas on Jan 6, 2012 9:17 PM CST reply actions  

where to go to watch game

don’t have ticket where is good place to watch game with other texan rowdies

by Rootie1 on Jan 6, 2012 10:36 PM CST reply actions  

If you are in Houston

there’s always 360. Tell Brandon MDC sent you.

I have not yet begun to defile myself.

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by MDC on Jan 6, 2012 10:40 PM CST up reply actions  

Who?

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

by Tim on Jan 6, 2012 10:49 PM CST up reply actions  

The Douchebag.

I have not yet begun to defile myself.

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by MDC on Jan 6, 2012 10:51 PM CST up reply actions   1 recs

Ah

Yeah, I know that guy.

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

by Tim on Jan 6, 2012 10:53 PM CST up reply actions   1 recs

Question

How many open threads will we need before kickoff tomorrow?

Dallas Cowboys, all hat and no cattle since 1996.

"Will it never be noon?" Duke of Orleans to the Dauphin and Constable of France every Sunday before the Texans play.

by Jonathan Fosburgh on Jan 6, 2012 10:43 PM CST reply actions  

We're already talking about two.

If both go over 1,000, I’m ready to set up a third or whatever.

I have not yet begun to defile myself.

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by MDC on Jan 6, 2012 10:46 PM CST up reply actions  

I shoulda bought a RAM upgrade.

Dallas Cowboys, all hat and no cattle since 1996.

"Will it never be noon?" Duke of Orleans to the Dauphin and Constable of France every Sunday before the Texans play.

by Jonathan Fosburgh on Jan 6, 2012 10:54 PM CST up reply actions  

I've Also Got An Open Thread Before The Game Threads

Scheduled to post at 7 a.m.

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

by Tim on Jan 6, 2012 10:55 PM CST up reply actions  

I recommend the one with the hemi

"The greatest danger in planning for tomorrow is using yesterdays logic."
Marc Kahlberg

"Some ideas are so stupid that only intellectuals believe them." - George Orwell

I think we will learn that the Bo$$man was right

by Barryfromtexas on Jan 6, 2012 10:56 PM CST up reply actions  

What about the 440 Six-Pack?

A sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use.--Washington Irving

by Foster Child on Jan 6, 2012 11:50 PM CST up reply actions  

I suck.

I shan’t be there. An interview today derailed everything. My bad.

I have not yet begun to defile myself.

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by MDC on Jan 7, 2012 12:44 AM CST up reply actions  

To Paraphrase My Dad, When He Heard MDC Was Flaking Out

“Doesn’t surprise me. He’s always struck me as more of a Razorbacks or Cowboys fan.”

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

by Tim on Jan 7, 2012 7:38 AM CST up reply actions  

I will be at the game tomorrow. If I don’t suffer a collapsed lung during the game, then please revoke my fanhood.

by sebastian_8_8 on Jan 7, 2012 12:11 AM CST via mobile reply actions  

For those about to rock

We salute you.

Playoffs in Houston: 18 years in the making.

by DaGoaT on Jan 7, 2012 7:03 AM CST via Android app reply actions  

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