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McClain hatchet job

2009-11-07T01:37:57Z

Has anyone else seen McClains Mario article? I mean did he become Dickie Justice 2 overnight?

http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/sports/fb/texansfront/6706327.html

I am seriously starting to believe that the Comical's idea of an editor is a 12 yr old girl.

This article has no purpose or facts. Its not even a mean spirited argument its just dumb and everyday the chronicle loses readers is because of articles like this and the VY man love articles that Dickie the original puts out, I cannot wait for the day a real viable alternative to the chronicle comes out.

Friday's Fantasy Fare--11/06/09

2009-11-06T15:12:15Z

TexansForever started this last week, and I'd like to keep it going. Post any fantasy football queries, comments, or rants in the Comments below.

I'll start. I pulled off two trades yesterday. The first trade saw me acquire Larry Fitzgerald, Cedric Benson, and Matt Ryan; I gave up Steve Slaton, Brett Favre, Derrick Mason, and LeSean McCoy. I made the deal because (1) I have Phillip Rivers as my starting QB, so Favre wasn't seeing the field for my squad; (2) it's Larry Freaking Fitzgerald, even if he's having a down year by his standards; and (3) although I can't believe I'm typing this, Cedric Benson is a surer thing than Steve Slaton. My trade partner made the deal because (1) Favre is a sizable upgrade over Matt Ryan; (2) although a sure step down from Fitzgerald, Derrick Mason is a legitimate No. 2 fantasy WR; (3) he's banking on Slaton wrestling control over the starting gig sooner rather than later (I happen to agree with that sentiment); and (4) McCoy backs up one of the more nicked up RBs in the league. I thought it was a reasonable deal for both teams; many other owners in our league thought I robbed my counterpart. Thoughts?

Second trade: I immediately sent Matt Ryan and Fred Davis to Scott (formerly of BRB fame) for Heath Miller and Kyle Orton. I did this deal because (1) again, Ryan wasn't seeing the field ahead of Rivers; (2) Orton's actually having a better season than Ryan and is projected to keep it up; and most importantly, (3) Miller is one of the best TEs around. Scott pulled the trigger because (1) he's convinced Matt Ryan is the second coming and (2) his current QBs were Orton (on a bye this week), Alex Smith, and David Garrard (note: Scott's draft picks at QB were Garrard and Jason Campbell, much to everyone's astonishment and amusement). While I think this deal could help both squads, I think I added a top-of-the-second-tier starter at TE for spare parts. Thoughts?

My new starting lineup:

QB--Phillip Rivers
WR--Andre Johnson
WR--Larry Fitzgerald
WR--Mike Wallace
RB--Pierre Thomas
RB--Cedric Benson
TE--Heath Miller
W/R--Ray Rice

What say you, BRB?

titans vs texans mon night

2009-11-05T22:18:24Z

hi guys comin down to houston just wanted to know where to tailgate if there were any oiler/titan tailgate sections, and if i need to buy a parking pass or can i just park somewhere else, cause i wont have a car im flying down, and staying at the cowne plaza right next to reliant, thanks guys...

ps. of the texans fans ive talked to on sites, the ppl on here seem to be the more knowlegeable ppl, an least ignorant, and im sure all of us at one time had something in common, we were all OILERS fans....cant wait for the game

Dirtiest Players In the NFL: SI Poll

2009-11-05T01:52:59Z

I think most of us can get behind the results of this poll.

bq. He was followed by Redskins defensive tackleAlbert Haynesworth(6.0), Dolphins linebackerJoey Porter(6.0), Bengals safetyRoy Williams(5.1) and Titans centerKevin Mawae(4.6). Titans cornerbackCortland Finnegan(4.2), Rams guardRichie Incognito(3.7), Falcons guardHarvey Dahl(3.7), Steelers safetyTroy Polamalu(3.7) and Vikings defensive endJared Allen(3.2) rounded out the top 10.

2 Titans, Haynseworth, former CowGirl Roy Williams and Jared Fucking Allen.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/11/04/dirty/index.html

Texans Vs. Colts Trash Talkin'

2009-11-04T16:44:50Z

via i232.photobucket.com

If you wanna have some good old fashioned smack talk leading up to the showdown between the Texans and Colts this is the place. BBS has no power on this thread so feel free to discuss whatever you want, there will be no unecessary threats here. Make your predictions for the game this Sunday, all opinions are welcome. I predict a Texans victory 24-21 in a close game in Indy.

Ask Some Colts Fans

2009-11-04T03:25:36Z

Usually someone more important from Stampede Blue starts this, but apparently they are a little slow this week, so I'll be doing this.

Obviously, we all know that this is a HUGE game for the Texans and the Colts. The Colts are trying to keep a firm grasp on the division, conference, and league, and the Texans are going for the upset over a division rival. I've seen this described by some people as "the biggest game in franchise history" for the Texans, but I guess you guys would know better than me and everyone else I've heard talk about this game.

This is definitely the best Texans team in franchise history at this point, and the Colts are keeping up a winning tradition by starting 7-0 for the fourth time in five years. Even with Owen Daniels and Anthony Gonzalez out, this should be an offensive battle.

So if you have any questions about the Colts, here is the place to ask. This always gets good responses and is very interesting, so this should be fun. A lot of Colts fans will be coming by here to answer questions, so you should get your responses quickly. At Stampede Blue we have a dedicated (insane) group of people that will almost always be around to answer questions.

Fire away, Texans fans.

UPDATE FROM TIM: Thanks to the Colts fans for doing this; I've returned the favor over at Stampede Blue with this FanPost. Head on over there to see what they're asking about and feel free to chime in with answers of your own.

UPDATE THE SECOND FROM TIM: BigBlueShoe has decided to lock our FanPost over at Stampede Blue "because the chatter at Battle Red Blog has gotten a bit out of control." He has further encouraged his writers and readers not to comment or post over here. While I vehemently disagree with his decision, Stampede Blue is BBS' domain, and there's nothing I can do about it. What I can do, however, is keep this thread open for fans of the Texans and Colts to continue the discussion, even if we're not permitted to do so over at Stampede Blue. And that I shall do. Keep on keepin' on.

CUSHING UP FOR ROOKIE OF THE WEEK!! VOTE!!

2009-11-04T00:35:38Z

VOTE FOR CUSH! http://www.nfl.com/partner?partnerType=rookies

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Texans On KSK: OD + Book of Mythology = Hilarity

2009-11-03T19:49:39Z

I was browsing Kissing Suzy Kolber today, and I came across this funny bit about the Texans. I'm sort of honored that we're being joked about by KSK. As far as I know we've never gotten an entire post there for ourselves that wasn't about us completely sucking. It's not national recognition, but I'll take it none the less.

KSK Texans

Laughter is the best way to deal with grief, so cheers to you OD, you snake dick you! Seriously, I'd enjoy it if that nickname caught on.

Adam Schein of FOX Sports: "Texans Are For Real."

2009-11-03T19:24:49Z

Pretty good little write up by Adam Schein from FOX Sports. Take a look:

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/10313326/Schein-9:-These-aren%27t-same,-old-Texans

VY winning, good for the Texans future?

2009-11-03T04:23:17Z

Now that VY has a win under his belt for Tenn...thereby "vindicating" the wisdom of all the Richard Justices of the world, I can't help but wonder...Is this not the best case scenerio for the Texans?

I must confess to start that I am a half-ass Longhorn, one who pulled for VY throughout college, only to turn on him as he was dragged down into the depths of hell on draft day. Unfortunately, Vince was "chosen" to represent Satan, both literally as well as figuratively.,.okay perhaps not figuratively, but certainly so literally.

Anyhow, since that time, through his subsequent success and failure, I have come to pull against him no matter the situation. He could screw up crossing the street or ~~tying~~ velcro-ing his shoe and I would chuckle and think, "Check out Bud Adam's b*tch?" I relish his failures and embrace his embarrassment...basically, I'm a total d'ckhead on all things VY.

But I know how I got this way. My hatred is similar to my hatred of Apple... I actually like their computers and phones and crap just fine...its the jackbastards who don't shut up about the f'n product that make me loathe them so. Seriously, anyone mentions a computer issue, and some punkbitch has to whine "See, my apple doesn't crash" or check out the little computer logo sticker I put on my Prius-"Smart"car. Those motherf'ers were (by far) the biggest obstacle to me ever buying any Apple product and fuels my reluctance to even admit any of it has redeeming qualities.

To make a short story longer still (and make the computer-related babble relavent), aside from Bud Adams, its VY's dummass disciples that make me pull against him for every little thing. They are so...(in the word of Balki Bartokomous) "ridiculous". Anyhow, this naturally made me want VY to fail miserably against the Jags (even knowing it would benefit us if Jacksonville gets a L).

Then I start thinking, wait a second...Long term...what is the worst thing that could happen to the Tuxedos?...Well, probably for them to hop back on the VY "All He Does Is Win" Partytrain and miss out on Colt McCoy in the upcoming draft (who you just know Adams has wet (yet somehow dusty) dreams about should VY fail to perform on..for him).

Sure, so VY pulls out a couple W's (not including our Texans), they toss Fisher out, hire Major Applewhite or Earl Campbell or whatever evil mindf*ck Bud Adams can come up with to try to tear the UT/Houston/Texas loyalites, passes on a quality QB in the draft and sinks more $$$ into the VY Experience...and thus tries truly building a team around him.

That my friends would probably be the very best thing that could happen to our beloved Texans franchise...get those Tuxedos to rebuild on a foundation of quicksand...Now that I can root for...So, now I am singing a different tune and "pulling" for VY (but not in the gross way like Justice & company). Rather, I am just saying, "Win VY... Win like the wind!"

So what do you think? Are we better off if VY wins or gets his ass handed to him for the rest of the season?

Anyone else watching MNF ?

2009-11-03T02:07:34Z

Just thought I would post a thread if anyone else is watching MNF. It has been a good game so far, Saints are a fun team to watch. Also feel free to discuss Texans issues, like who is going to step up with the losses of Owen Daniels and James Casey? Should Moats be the starter next week in Indy or should Koobs let Slaton work through his fumble issues ? Why did Dunta let T.O. score that touchdown ?

CASEY OUT TOO

2009-11-02T21:58:33Z

casey is out for i think 3 weeks so dressen and hill are the only tight ends on the roster this week going to be interseing what we do. I still have fate in our team i know we can pull it out. maybe we can pick up another receiver and go 5 wide sounds good but not really with indy two de coming hard. needed 75 words so hope this is enough yea yea

Just for a laugh

2009-11-02T19:13:52Z

Fail Blog's, Graph Jam

In an effort to get everybody's mind off the injury to Owen Daniels. Take a break and check out the NFL ego graph on Graph Jam.

Blah blah blah blah blah, is this anywhere near 75 words yet? No, its not, I'll try typing some more before I try to post it again.

Still not long enough? Good heavens!! I'm just trying to post a funny link, its not like I have anything really important to say.

Its super early but its serious question 4 our team

2009-11-02T18:40:18Z

What RB can we get during the off season that is going to be a free agent or through a trade. I say we get one of buffalo’s backs, Tampa bay’s backs or even Ravens backs. That would make Leron Mclain Ray Rice Willis from ravens, Cadillac Williams Derrick Ward(doubtful) Earnest Grahm from Tampa, and either Fred JAckson or Marshawn Lynch from Buffalo, lets throw one of Raiders backs michael bush derrick mcfadden or justin fargas

Poll

Who is a RB that the texans should go after during the offseason

OD Officially Out for Season

2009-11-02T17:57:52Z

Owen Daniels has a torn ACL and is out for the season, according to the Houston Chronicle.

An MRI Monday confirmed Daniels' fears. It's a huge blow to the Texans and fantasy owners as Daniels was on pace for 80 catches, 1,038 yards and 10 touchdowns. The Texans are expected to start Joel Dreessen in Daniels' place, but rookie James Casey has the most fantasy upside. Daniels, who was working on a one-year contract, will now need to prove his health before next season. Source: Houston Chronicle on Twitter

Via Rotoworld.com

Here's to James Casey replacing him well!

With OD out. Who do you think should take his place in the offense?

2009-11-02T17:20:48Z

Hate to being a pessimist but I dont see OD playing the rest of the season.

With that being said, who do you think should take his place? With our running game being so awful because of the blocking, I would put Dressen in place of him. But, I have seen THOR play before and he has the ability to make game-changing plays for our passing offense. I dont think his blocking is up to par, but with enough reps that should change.

Im thinking that this post is pointless but I dont wanna flood the OD Injury post. This gives us a forum to discuss the possibilities and put our two cents in. And besides, the italics were getting annoying.

Poll

Who do you think should take OD's place in the offense?

The astrodome

2009-11-02T14:42:06Z

Hi guys im a long time houston oiler/tennessee titans fan from rochester, ny, im coming down for the monday night game for the first time in houston, to the city where my franchise started, jw if anbody knew if they did tours or anything in the astrodome, id love to be able to go in it when i come down there there.......anyways should be a fun one, ill be rockin my earl campbell in the 130 sections cya there

My thoughts on the Bills/Texans game

2009-11-02T04:41:04Z

What I was most impressed with was the three ealry turovers that we overcame and just absolutely controlled the 2nd half of the game. The running game was impressive, albeit against the 32nd ranked run defense. In saying that, we dominated the trenches.

Schaub needs to fix those early mistakes because we won't recover against the Pats, Colts, or Dolphins so easily.

I'm still concerned about Dunte Robinson's play. On the endaround to TO, Dunte did a good job of shedding the blocker, but took too of an aggressive angle on TO and allowed him to get to the outside where no help was found. This would have been an 8-10 yard gain had Dunte forced TO to go inside where all of the help was. Dunte's play has been subpar this season and I am certainly happy to know that this douchebag will not be getting a big time extension from us. I think Quinn will be more than capable of stepping in next season as our starter. If not Quinn, then we can sign a deece free agent who can definitely fill D-Rob's shoes. D-Rob's open field tackling will be sorely missed, but we need guys who can consistently cover WRs and not get burnt.

As far as Slaton goes, I really do feel for the guy. His fumbleitis is now a disease entrenched deeply into his body. Today's play looked like he was holding onto the ball too tightly and it just popped out like a giant zit when a defenders fingers got near it. He is too good of a football player to be playing cheerleader on the sidelines, but I understand what Kubiak is doing. Although, Kubes better be careful with Slaton's psyche because this could lead to more troubles for the young man.

Overall, I thought the defense was spectacular. they never let the Bills offense get into any kind of rythm and I have to credit that to the run defense once again. However, the Bills offensive playcalling looked terrible. There was harldy any motion or bunch formations to get our LBs moving around. The Texans D looked so comfortable pre-snap when lining up against the Bills O. It was almost as if we knew what the call was. Unreal how simple it looked.

Special Teams has cost Jacoby some masterful returns. Very uncharacterristic of this team. This needs to be dealt with, because feild position will be huge deal when we play tougher games against the likes of Indy and NE. Speaking of Jacoby, it looks as though he is settling in nicely with his role on the offense. The endaround was a very well drawn up play and Jacoby did his thing. He also caught a nice ball on the sidelines for a solid gain. He is important to this offense now that OD is out. Casey and Dreesen are capable, but I think Jacoby can make things happen in four WR sets. That is probably going to be a more frequent formation with OD gone for the year.

Overall, I give the team an A on defense and a B on offense. Turnovers keep them from getting an A.

Bring on the Colts.

THIS WEEK WILL TRULY LET US KNOW

2009-11-02T01:32:17Z

so now we go to indy to take on peyton and crew any thoughts about what we should be in store for. I think we come in looking good we still have three tight ends i mean they not Owen but casey is the closet thing to him and it might come as a surprise to them. I hope qwen is ok cause he desrve that big payday. My questions to everyone is how many sacks will we have this week?

Jax @ Tenn

2009-11-01T22:50:55Z

Who is this CBS announcer that has VY's sack down his throat? I mean jesus dude, are you a booster for UT? Did you bet on the game? I'm watching NFL Red Zone and am already sick of these announcers. He sounds like the guy who calls the Texans' game but I don't know who it is (in Philly and have to watch these crappy teams up here).

One more thing: GET WELL SOON OD!!