Toub brings Pro Bowl mentality to KC
KANSAS CITY, Mo. The popular perception about new Chiefs special teams coach Dave Toub is that, while in Chicago, he was only as good as the mega-talented Devin Hester.
But while Hester developed into the NFL's all-time leader in kick (punt and kickoff) return touchdowns with 17 under Toub's guidance, it wasn't only Hester that excelled on the Chicago Bears' special...
Patriots' special teams has tough task ahead in Ravens, Jacoby Jones
Some criticism has come down on the New England Patriots’ special teams squad over the past week, and for good reason.After a season’s worth of solid kick coverage, the group laid an egg against the Houston Texans last week, allowing returner Danieal Manning to gain more than 200 yards on just three returns, nearly notching the first return touchdown against the team all season...
Texans' offseason priorities after best season
The 2012 season was, by all objective measures, the best in Houston Texans history. They went 13-5. Their quarterback threw for 4,000 yards. Their running back ran for 1,400. One of their defensive linemen recorded one of the best seasons ever recorded by a defensive lineman.
All that, and they were a mile away from beating the New England Patriots. So as the offseason begins, the...
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Playoff Edition 2
The game is over and our beloved team got served once again. The New England Patriots came into the matchup with a game plan that was scrapped and still managed to hang 41 points. After watching this game so many questions come to mind and major concerns going forward. In this final article let’s look at some of the concerns going into the offseason.
FINAL SCORE: Texans 28 Patriots...
Patriots Couldn’t Figure Out How to Fix Kickoff Coverage Against Texans, But Vow to Correct Before Ravens Game
After beating the Texans 41-28, there were a lot of positives to take away from Sunday night’s divisional round game. But if you had to nitpick New England’s victory, it would come on special teams — specifically, the Patriots’ kickoff coverage.
From the start of the game, the Patriots struggled in holding Danieal Manning back. The first play of the game was a 94-yard kick...
Texans fall short of Patriots, chance at AFC title
The Houston Texans vowed this game would be different than their embarrassing, 28-point loss to the Patriots in the regular season.
Only the margin of victory changed.
The Texans mounted enough offense to avert a repeat of the Dec. 10 blowout that signaled they weren't ready to compete with the defending AFC champions. With a second chance and a spot in the conference title...
Texans - Patriots Takeaways
What every Patriots game feels like
> KR Danieal Manning got caught from behind on what should have been an opening score, but had to settle for 94 yards instead> TE James Casey dropped a TD pass on second and 7 from the 10, leading to a 3-and-out figgie> QB Matt Schaub missed a wide open WR Andre Johnson for a score that might have changed things, I guess> Shayne Graham...
Texans' playoff run ends with loss to Pats
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- The Houston Texans vowed this game would be different than their embarrassing, 28-point loss to the Patriots in the regular season.
Only the margin of victory changed.
The Texans mounted enough offense to avert a repeat of the Dec. 10 blowout that signaled they weren't ready to compete with the defending AFC champions. With a second chance and a spot...
Vereen's TD gives Pats 7-3 first-quarter lead
Shane Vereen scored on a 1-yard run and the New England Patriots overcame a 94-yard return by Danieal Manning on the opening kickoff to take a 7-3 lead over the Houston Texans after the first quarter of their AFC divisional playoff game Sunday.
Manning's kickoff set up Shayne Graham's 27-yard field goal just 1:03 into the game.
The Patriots had two players injured with...
Texans-Patriots Live Blog, Second Half
Action started with a Danieal Manning 94-yard opening kick return to set Houston set in the New England red zone. Matt Schaub could do nothing with the opportunity save overthrow Andre Johnson by about 10 feet. The Texans took their field goal then went about the usual business of underwhelming everybody.
Danny Woodhead and Gronk left the game early with injuries. For Pats fans,...
Houston Texans safety Danieal Manning must think Tom Brady is someone else
The Boston Herald was reviewing their transcripts from an interview with Houston Texans safety Danieal Manning when they found this quote from him about beating Tom Brady:“I’m 2-1 with Brady,” Manning said. “Beaten him twice and lost once to him in Chicago. It was a real cold, snowy day and they came with it, they balled out on us.” Manning played for the Chicago Bears...
Houston Texans show off new letterman jackets (Pictures)
The Houston Texans are taking it back to high school. The team’s players decided to order a bunch of customized letterman jackets, and they plan to wear them on the plane to the team’s Monday night game against the Patriots in Foxboro, Tania Ganguli reports.
Each jacket features the Houston Texans logo on the chest, and the player’s number and position on the right sleeve....
Texans to Watch: Tennessee Edition
The Houston Texans make the trip to Tennessee looking to improve on their 5 game winning streak against the AFC South rival Titans. The Texans are 10-1 and can lock in a playoff spot with a win against the 4-7 Titans, who are 2-3 at home this year. Safety Danieal Manning knows the importance of this game. When asked about it, he said, “It’s huge. It’s a long season...
Missed interception hits Danieal Manning in the groin (GIF)
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I really hope that Texans cornerback Danieal Manning was wearing a cup when he was hit in the groin by a football that went right through his arms. It should have been an interception.
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Danieal Manning Takes Missed Interception To The Groin
Talk about adding insult to injury. Danieal Manning of the Houston Texans had an opportunity to pick off a Chad Henne pass attempt, but it went very badly. Henne’s pass was perfect to be picked off, but instead it slipped through Manning’s hands and hit the defensive back directly in his family jewels. Ouch.
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Gabbert injures elbow against Texans
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blaine Gabbert was injured in the first quarter against the Houston Texans on Sunday.
Gabbert bruised his right elbow when he was hit by Danieal Manning and fumbled on Jacksonville's first drive.
Chad Henne took over at quarterback for Jacksonville's next drive with Houston leading 7-0.
The team said Gabbert's return is questionable...
Urlacher Gave Texans Danieal Manning a Handshake after Interception
It’s a friendly game T..
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: Bears Edition
In what could be considered the worst playing conditions, the Houston Texans invaded Soldier Field to take on the Chicago Bears. The weather was horrible for playing an outdoor game, cold temperatures, swirling wind and rain. With the weather going to be a factor, NFL analyst said that this would work in the Bears’ favor. Well not so fast my friend, the Texans came out and put...
Brian Urlacher Tells Bears Fans to Kiss His Butt Over Criticism for Congratulating Texans on Turnover
When you’re Brian Urlacher, and you’ve been manning the Bears’ defense for thirteen years now, you should be allowed a little leeway with fans.
Certain Chicago fans were not pleased with their middle linebacker when he congratulated Danieal Manning for picking off Jay Cutler. Urlacher had a simple message for those fans, “Kiss my butt.”
“That was a nice play. I could...
Chicago Bears’ Brian Urlacher: “I could give a crap about what people think.”
Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher said he doesn’t care if fans didn’t like him congratulating Houston Texans safety Danieal Manning after Manning intercepted Bears quarterback Jay Cutler last Sunday. Urlacher and Manning are former teammates. Manning played for the Bears from 2006-2010. Cameras showed Urlacher shaking hands with his former teammate after the pick.
HUSH UP
Urlacher rips Bears fans
After being criticized for congratulating Texans’ safety Daniel Manning while on the field Sunday night, the Bears linebacker told reporters he doesn’t care what people think.
The Rundown: Texans vs. Bears
Talk about a heavyweight bout, the Houston Texans went into Soldier Field and came out with a huge 13-6 win against the Chicago Bears. In a rainy setting on a sloppy field, the Texans were able to put together enough offense, play stout defense and put together enough special teams coverage to come out with a huge win.
The Rundown
- Don’t look now but Kareem Jackson is turning...
Texans reign over Bears in rainy battle of 7-1 teams
CHICAGO -- The Houston Texans not only beat the Chicago Bears at their own game Sunday night, but they did it with a lead performance -- both on and off the field -- from a former member of the Bears. Cornerback Danieal Manning, who switched teams before the 2011 season, fired up the Texans in a pregame speech and then forced two first-quarter turnovers in a 13-6 victory that left...
Texans lead Bears 3-0 after first quarter
Houston forced three turnovers in the first quarter and Shayne Graham kicked a 20-yard field goal to give the Texans a 3-0 lead over the Chicago Bears through one period at a rainy Soldier Field on Sunday night.
After the Texans went three and out on the opening possession, they got the ball back after former Bears defensive back Danieal Manning jarred the ball loose from tight...
Mid Season Report Card: Secondary
This is the section of our SOTT Mid Season Report card and we will run through every position group for the Houston Texans. We focus on the secondary in this post and give our thoughts on the position group.
The Secondary
Johnathan Joseph: The biggest difference this season is that teams are not scared to throw at him and Joseph does give up plenty receptions...
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