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texan279 · 02-19-2006

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Texans | Team could make a play for Lepsis; if Denver does not re-sign him
Sun, 19 Feb 2006 07:49:09 -0800

Bill Williamson, of the Denver Post, reports word at the Pro Bowl was if the Denver Broncos don't finalize a new deal for OT Matt Lepsis, the Houston Texans may make a run at him. New head coach Gary Kubiak coached Lepsis his entire NFL career in Denver and the Texans desperately need offensive linemen.

Also found this at the Broncos MB...LINK

Word at the Pro Bowl was if Denver doesn't finalize a new deal for tackle Matt Lepsis, the Texans may make a run at him.

Houston's interest would make sense. New coach Gary Kubiak coached Lepsis his entire NFL career in Denver and the Texans desperately need offensive linemen. Many believe the key to quarterback David Carr's improvement will be protection - something he has never had. Lepsis would be a great start.

The former Colorado standout hails from Texas, so the attraction could be strong. Still, Denver will work hard to keep him. But if Lepsis hits the open market, don't be surprised if the Texans push hard for him.

LikeABoss · 02-19-2006

That would be a great pickup, thus eliminating all this talk about drafting Ferguson @ #1.

TheRealJoker · 02-19-2006

War Lepsis!!!

CoachJim · 02-19-2006

Is he a LT? Couldn't find anything on him other than he played T.

Dime · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by LikeABoss

That would be a great pickup, thus eliminating all this talk about drafting Ferguson @ #1.

No it wouldnt.. we need more then just 1 O-line.

texan279 · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by CoachJim

Is he a LT? Couldn't find anything on him other than he played T.

Yes he is a LT, and has only missed one game in 6 seasons. He started his career as a TE and was converted to LT. he is listed at 6'4'' 290.

CoachJim · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by texan279

Yes he is a LT, and has only missed one game in 6 seasons. He started his career as a TE and was converted to LT. he is listed at 6'4'' 290.

If I read right he's due 6 mil & some change this coming season but if he's worth it ...

texan279 · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by CoachJim

If I read right he's due 6 mil & some change this coming season but if he's worth it ...

From what I read at the Bronco's MB, he is scheduled to count $6.95 against the cap in 2006 and has about $9 million in bonuses due in March.

LikeABoss · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by Dime

No it wouldnt.. we need more then just 1 O-line.

And the rest of the o-lineman that will be acquired will be interior lineman.

Ferguson is a left tackle, if you just signed a left tackle in free agency, what's the point of drafting one @ #1 overall?

texan279 · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by LikeABoss

And the rest of the o-lineman that will be acquired will be interior lineman.

Ferguson is a left tackle, if you just signed a left tackle in free agency, what's the point of drafting one @ #1 overall?

A lot of LT's in college play RT in the NFL in the beginning of their NFL career.

**ArlingtonTexan** · 02-19-2006

He is a solid player who can be a part of a good offensive line, not special in any regards and is 32. I player would not want to overpay nor have raised expectation from.

LikeABoss · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by texan279

A lot of LT's in college play RT in the NFL in the beginning of their NFL career.

I thought Kubiak said they was looking to play Wand @ RT?

texan279 · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by LikeABoss

I thought Kubiak said they he was looking to play Wand @ RT?

I have no idea. I have not read any of Kubiak's press releases, only what is here on the board, which has been all kinds of different things.

bdiddy · 02-19-2006

If the Texans sign Lepsis this would mean that Chester Pitts is moving back to guard. Lepsis would be our starting LT. I would think that this would also negate the need to draft a lineman high in the draft. I could see the team going after Eslinger in the 3rd or 4th round and possibly another couple of lineman in rounds 5-7 to build depth.

The likely starting lineup would as follows:

Lepsis - Pitts - McKinney - Weigart - Wand

Or, if the draft Eslinger

Lepsis - Pitts - Eslinger - Weigart Wand

Cut McKinney to justify signing Lepsis. Possibly resign him as a backup as he can play a three interior line positions.

Dunta_23 · 02-19-2006

What about Hogdon, wasnt he playing very weel before his injury last yr, or is he not a great fit for this scheme, and if he isnt a great for at centre, is he a fit anywhere else on the line?

nunusguy · 02-19-2006

According to this link from the Broncos web site, he's not only from Texas,
but from Conroe. He'd be home with the Texans. I dunno...32 is gettin long in the tooth, definitely wouldn't want to tie up too much in him at that age.
http://www.denverbroncos.com/page.ph...&contentID=730

HJam72 · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by Dime

.. we need more then just 1 O-line.

True, but I don't think we can use 16 players at once. :

HJam72 · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by bdiddy

If the Texans sign Lepsis this would mean that Chester Pitts is moving back to guard. Lepsis would be our starting LT. I would think that this would also negate the need to draft a lineman high in the draft. I could see the team going after Eslinger in the 3rd or 4th round and possibly another couple of lineman in rounds 5-7 to build depth.

The likely starting lineup would as follows:

Lepsis - Pitts - McKinney - Weigart - Wand

Or, if the draft Eslinger

Lepsis - Pitts - Eslinger - Weigart Wand

Cut McKinney to justify signing Lepsis. Possibly resign him as a backup as he can play a three interior line positions.

McKinney at center again.

How 'bout:

Lepsis - McKinney - Hodgedon - Weigart - Pitts

Wand can ride the pine and Riley can go fly a kite.

TreWardTxn · 02-19-2006

He would be a great pickup if the Texans were making a Superbowl run and needed to plug a spot, but that's not the case, we are building a team that we can win with 2-3 years from now. However, he is the model of lineman that the Texans need to pursue, being an undrafted free agent and solid team player while in Denver. I believe Mike Sherman was an O-line coach before moving up, so I have great confidence in his ability to develop underappreciated talent at the position...

aj. · 02-19-2006

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Originally Posted by HJam72

Wand can ride the pine and Riley can go fly a kite.

Riley hasn't been around since early Dec. By now he's probably only a donut or two short of 380 so I doubt there's much demand for his services around the league.

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LikeABoss All Pro Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The MidWest, Ohio to be exact... Age: 31 Posts: 599 Rep Power: 0	That would be a great pickup, thus eliminating all this talk about drafting Ferguson @ #1. __________________ This is Peyton Manning, can you send a 30 ft long catfish po boy please? - Reggie Bush

02-19-2006	#3
TheRealJoker Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Conroe Age: 25 Posts: 3,563 Rep Power: 2772	War Lepsis!!! __________________ What did the city of Houston do to anger the football gods?

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CoachJim Veteran Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Pasadena, Texas Age: 48 Posts: 324 Rep Power: 10	Is he a LT? Couldn't find anything on him other than he played T. __________________ It's official ... I am now employed by K.S. "Bud" Adams.

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bdiddy Veteran Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 452 Rep Power: 8	If the Texans sign Lepsis this would mean that Chester Pitts is moving back to guard. Lepsis would be our starting LT. I would think that this would also negate the need to draft a lineman high in the draft. I could see the team going after Eslinger in the 3rd or 4th round and possibly another couple of lineman in rounds 5-7 to build depth. The likely starting lineup would as follows: Lepsis - Pitts - McKinney - Weigart - Wand Or, if the draft Eslinger Lepsis - Pitts - Eslinger - Weigart Wand Cut McKinney to justify signing Lepsis. Possibly resign him as a backup as he can play a three interior line positions. __________________ *Mario, what would you like to say to the fans? "I Eat Mannings for Breakfast"*

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02-19-2006	#1
texan279 Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Rosenberg TX Age: 34 Posts: 5,561 Rep Power: 538	Texans could go after Lepsis... from www.kffl.com Texans \| Team could make a play for Lepsis; if Denver does not re-sign him Sun, 19 Feb 2006 07:49:09 -0800 Bill Williamson, of the Denver Post, reports word at the Pro Bowl was if the Denver Broncos don't finalize a new deal for OT Matt Lepsis, the Houston Texans may make a run at him. New head coach Gary Kubiak coached Lepsis his entire NFL career in Denver and the Texans desperately need offensive linemen. Also found this at the Broncos MB...LINK Word at the Pro Bowl was if Denver doesn't finalize a new deal for tackle Matt Lepsis, the Texans may make a run at him. Houston's interest would make sense. New coach Gary Kubiak coached Lepsis his entire NFL career in Denver and the Texans desperately need offensive linemen. Many believe the key to quarterback David Carr's improvement will be protection - something he has never had. Lepsis would be a great start. The former Colorado standout hails from Texas, so the attraction could be strong. Still, Denver will work hard to keep him. But if Lepsis hits the open market, don't be surprised if the Texans push hard for him. __________________ Fire It Up, Let the engines roll, It's time to burn it down

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ArlingtonTexan Moderator Join Date: May 2004 Age: 46 Posts: 5,261 Rep Power: 19464	He is a solid player who can be a part of a good offensive line, not special in any regards and is 32. I player would not want to overpay nor have raised expectation from.

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Dunta_23 All Pro Join Date: Mar 2005 Age: 30 Posts: 824 Rep Power: 9	What about Hogdon, wasnt he playing very weel before his injury last yr, or is he not a great fit for this scheme, and if he isnt a great for at centre, is he a fit anywhere else on the line?

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nunusguy Hall of Fame Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Houston Posts: 8,991 Rep Power: 183	According to this link from the Broncos web site, he's not only from Texas, but from Conroe. He'd be home with the Texans. I dunno...32 is gettin long in the tooth, definitely wouldn't want to tie up too much in him at that age. http://www.denverbroncos.com/page.ph...&contentID=730

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TreWardTxn Veteran Join Date: Jan 2006 Age: 29 Posts: 388 Rep Power: 8	He would be a great pickup if the Texans were making a Superbowl run and needed to plug a spot, but that's not the case, we are building a team that we can win with 2-3 years from now. However, he is the model of lineman that the Texans need to pursue, being an undrafted free agent and solid team player while in Denver. I believe Mike Sherman was an O-line coach before moving up, so I have great confidence in his ability to develop underappreciated talent at the position...

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