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You guys may have noticed that last week I put up a "Help Wanted" note in the sidebar. About three hours or so after I had posted that a new e-mail arrived in my inbox. So I checked the e-mail, interested to see if it would be one of those "Let me help you, I'm amazing and you wont be disappointed," letters (despite the depressingly low probability of such...
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August 04, 2008
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Texans Training Camp: Offensive Positional Updates
Just the facts, quick and dirty.Quarterback: Matt Schaub's the starter. Coach Kubiak claims that there's open competition (which I'm sure there is), but it doesn't look like Sage is much of a threat for now.Running Back: Ahman Green is starting; Slaton looks good, but he's been fumblin'; Walker and Taylor are neck and neck. The Texans signed former Broncos RB Mike Bell yesterday...
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August 01, 2008
You're my boy, Chris Brown.
Look, it's easy to dislike Chris Brown at the moment. But I'm not a fan of easy (absolute lie). I like to take the path less travelled (not as rushed). So with that said, don't worry Chris Brown. I've got your back.Ever since your self titled album first debuted, I've been a HUGE fan. The way you can manipulate words in such a rhythym......wait. *holds hand to earpiece*That's the...
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July 31, 2008
Texans Training Camp Correspondence and Poll Results
"Hey Kubiak! LOVE the hair!" -R. Lee ErmeyWhat you should expect to find in the Texans' e-mail accounts over the past few days.To: Gary KubiakRe: R. Lee Ermey"LOVE the haircut."To: Chris BrownCC: Jacoby JonesRe: Gary Kubiak"Our jerseys don't come in women's sizes. Get on the field."To: Ahman GreenRe: Chris Brown"I'm gonna 'recover' tomorrow, so if you happen to get 'injured' today...
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July 30, 2008
Chron's General dishes Texans dirt at midday chat
Today around noon John McClain of the Houston Chronicle jumped online and fielded questions from fans about the Texans Training Camp. I screen shotted the better questions and assessments for everyone to see that didn't make it.McClain's take on the CB battle:I told you guys Xavier Adibi was going to be more than a special teamer! Over Greenwood though? That's bold McClain.Rookie...
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July 29, 2008
Peter King(sized) talks Texans. Texans talk back.
"But that’s just the way it is in our business. If you have an opinion, you sometimes get crucified for having one." --Peter KingI've got a better one, Peter."A point of view can be a dangerous luxury when substituted for insight and understanding." --Marshall McLuhanLet's cut to the chase. Things like this:Look like some shock-factor-stunt meant to rile up a bunch of fans so you...
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July 29, 2008
Unimportant Position Battles: Hyping the Humdrum
I came across this link while writing my previous post and felt compelled to weigh in on it as well. Get ready for drama titans' fans, Battles at the Receiver Position are-a Brewin! To think that someone wrote that article with some expectation that ANYONE would care makes me sad. But the author of this article (his name's Eric Lister, or Mr. Lister. Go ahead and say it out...
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July 28, 2008
To ESPN's "Official AFC South Blogger": 'Read Coverages' Better.
We're all well-aware of the long standing tradition of snubbery ESPN has treated Houston teams with. So it's no surprise that when training camp rolls around, they end up sending some schmuck who's bought into the national stereotype that's befallen the "lowly" Texans. I remember this time last year the reporter heading to Texans camp had posted something on his blog to the effect...
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July 28, 2008
Texans Training Camp: First Impressions
NEWS FLASH: Mario Williams is pretty good. (photo by J. Phillips/AP)The first weekend of training camp is in the books. Here's the latest:Andre Johnson is still on the field. Everyone was skeptical how he'd fare following his knee surgery once the pads came on. Judging from what I've read and seen, he's fine. Chris Brown is a family man. Tell whoever got married they picked a helluva...
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July 27, 2008
Texans and Fantasy: Wide Receivers Edition
Get ready. That's all I'm sayin'. GET READY.Well I took yesterday off as a few of you noticed and there's a reason: I'm the only one running this ship. But I've decided to take a moment out of my vacation (and NCAA '09) to continue my fantasy football preview on the Texans.You're welcome.Tonight, I'm tackling the wide receivers. Because there are more to break down than the other...
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July 25, 2008
Texans and Fantasy Football: Tight End Edition
The Texans resident atmospheric and oceanic sciences major could be one of league's best TEs in 2008 (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) Tight End:Owen Daniels2007 Notable Numbers:63 receptions, 768 receiving yards, 3 TDsThe Dirt:Owen Daniels is one of the most underrated Tight Ends in the NFL. With 97 career receptions, the kid's averaged a little more than a first down...
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July 23, 2008
Texans and Fantasy Football: Quarterback Edition
Matt "The Ninja" Schaub will look to cut through secondaries with his arm, and not a pair of Katanas.(Photo: Koichi Kamoshida/Getty Images)Let's face it: the Texans haven't exactly been top-heavy on anyone's draft board. Ever. But that's not to say that the Texans haven't made an impact on the fantasy landscape. Unfortunately most of this impact is derived...
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July 22, 2008
Frank Okam Takes BPD's Advice, Signs
Well I can only link this story so many times, but apparently Frank Okam has also put the pen to paper today. I told you guys he was smart. He's also a behemoth, something the Texans have generally lacked at the position.If you believed ESPN and NFL.com and Sports Illustrated's analysis, the Texans to date have never had a notable draft. But look at where this team is now...
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July 21, 2008
AFC South Defense Breakdowns: Preseason Edition
As promised, here's the second installment of my AFC South Breakdown. Today we'll focus the defenses of the division.For defense I'll once again break it into 5 categories: Defensive Ends, Defensive Tackles, Linebackers, Cornerbacks, and Safeties.Defensive EndsHouston, 4 points: Mario Williams was the best defensive end in the AFC South last year. Indy's Freeney and Mathis could...
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July 21, 2008
Monday Rundown: Get Caught Up
Some Dolphin was traded to the Redskins. I could've sworn Jason Taylor said he wanted to play for a competitive team. Can't say I've heard too many championship contention whispers coming from 'Skins camp.ProFootballWeekly.com reports that our boy Jacoby Jones is progessing slower than anticipated and his chances of cracking one of the top 3 wide out spots looks grim. In other news...
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July 21, 2008
Texans Schedule Calls: Preseason Edition
Well here it is; the definitive schedule breakdown, chock-full of Texans bias. Once training camps wrap up I might make some adjustments to it.Week 1: @ PittsburghThe O: Schaub should find Andre enough to take this one. Ground attack will be held in checkThe D: Demeco can catch Fast Willie, Mario will keep Ben on the move.Call it: Texans shock the Steelers, 24-17 WWeek 2: BaltimoreThe...
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July 18, 2008
Breaking Down AFC South Offenses, Rotisserie Style.
Last semester my cultural anthropolgy class paved the way to two stunning discoveries. First off, I learned that ESPN mobile is a pretty good tool to get you through a 3 hour documentary on the Raramuri Tribe. Secondly -- in the event that your cell phone dies during said documentary -- I discovered an interesting way to accurately determine NFL division rankings based upon personal...
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July 17, 2008
Adibi Signs, Gives Me Real News to Post
Xavier Adibi just got paid. Not sure how much, but the contract's 4 years long and I'm sure we'll find out before then. Personally, I expect Adibi to be a sleeper here. You heard it here first (you probably didn't, but whatever), Adibi will be good. Plus he was really good on the Texans when I transferred him over to my Madden Franchise from NCAA. What more proof do you need than...
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July 16, 2008
Sorgi, You're In! -- A Colt's worst nightmare
Jim Sorgi, known to some as "The Bambino of Football," calls his shot. Photo from AP Photo by Darron CummingsSo yesterday I found out that Peyton Manning is, in fact, not a robot. That, or NFL robots have bursae like us humans that sometimes get infected (malfunction) and require surgery (tune-up). His surgery (tune-up) will keep him sidelined for the next 4-6 weeks, but according...
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July 16, 2008
SportingNews.com's Jacked up QB Ranks
So SportingNews.com put out an article on the Top 25 Quarterbacks. I started reading and found myself pretty much agreeing with every one of the top eight picks. Then I realized that they should've just made a list of the top eight. After that it's about as accurate as Peyton versus the Chargers last year in the regular season. Here's their ranks:Uncontested 1-81) Tom Brady2) Peyton...
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July 15, 2008
You Stay Classy Houston (Texans)
Nowadays it seems like your favorite NFL player is more likely to obtain a criminal record than one on the field.It seems like once the offseason hits, they all go nuts like a 2nd grader at recess.Cedric Benson's got a little Captain in him.I'm too lazy to retell every single incident where Johnny Law meets Arrogant NFL Athlete, so here's a quick run-down of my favorites.Odell Thurman...
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July 14, 2008
Favre out there: odds and ends
So Brett wants to come back after all. I'm cool with that, so I'll spare everyone another blog post about whether he should or shouldn't. Instead here's some odds and ends that I've picked up over the past few days.Packers GM Ted Thompson has stated that they're not releasing Favre.But what's really interesting to me is how much Ted Thompson looks like Vince McMahon.Don't act like...
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July 13, 2008
Texans Training Camp Plotlines: 5 things to keep an eye on
I don't know about anyone else, but I'm going into withdrawals heading into this weekend. With training camp so close to starting, you can almost hear the mouthpieces boiling. As a result I have put together a list of the top 5 things to keep an eye on as the Houston Texans begin training camp in the next few weeks.5) Who'll be Dre's running buddy?Andre Johnson's starting spot will...
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July 11, 2008
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