Has anyone noticed the "forgotten" rookies - Houston Texans Message Board & Forum

Mrs. Football · 08-18-2004

While they played well on Saturday, I noticed a few rookies who are not so celebrated, but who look like they will be tremendous assets. We all know Robinson and Babin, but what about the other guys. Does anyone have love for them? At the end of the game I saw R. Orr # 59 make a sack, and I haven't heard one thing about it. Can someone tell me why that is?

**ArlingtonTexan** · 08-18-2004

The lack of love is because the other rookies were playing against other rookies for spot on the team.

Raheem Orr is fighting for a spot in the league period. Babin and Robinson are trying to prove they are starters in the league.

El Tejano · 08-18-2004

I particularly thought Lord stood out pretty well the last game. He was flying all over the field and he even came up with an INT. Starling played nice and showed his speed but didn't bring his hands with him. Sloan Thomas looked good to with the one catch he made for a first down. I would like to see his name called more though.

Nawzer · 08-18-2004

Charlie Anderson continues to have a strong camp too.

**texasguy346** · 08-18-2004

I think the rookie with the biggest beef would be Charlie Anderson. He played very well, and didn't get much talk about him. Lord played well too, but there was some chatter about him back and forth. I believe Anderson played with the 2nd teamers, and it wasn't always a rookie on rookie thing. He played a role very similar to Peek. He came down as a DE when it was a passing situation. I think Anderson will definately make the roster, and Duff too. An important thing to note is that the 1st rounders may get a lot of publicity, but they also face the most scrutiny from fans too.

Hervoyel · 08-18-2004

I'm a Renteria fan and you saw him put Henson down. I know he's a longshot to make the team but I'm hoping he can earn himself a spot on the practice squad at least and that after a year of working with us he can make a push in 2005.

aj. · 08-18-2004

I'm all over the lost rooks.

I think Anderson is ahead of R. Orr at the moment. Duff, Thomas and Starling have all done well. Lord is very intriguing because of his size.

But we've only played one preseason game. Wait until after the Denver game and it will all become clearer.

V Man · 08-19-2004

Kinda echoing most. Anderson seems to be the third best rookie on our team. I think he looked very well last Saturday, lets hope he continues to improve.

Mrs. Football · 08-19-2004

Thanks to all for your replies. Anyone going to the game Saturday (8/21)? I'll be there!

keyfro · 08-19-2004

yeah still waiting the time to see glenn earl step out on the field...he isn't listed on the pup list anymore...hopefully he'll get some playing time in the near future...but overall i've been impressed with anderson and starling

aj. · 08-20-2004

Earl was practicing last night. I saw him in on coverages with the backup units.

08-18-2004	#1
Mrs. Football waterboy Join Date: Aug 2004 Age: 41 Posts: 2 Rep Power: 0	Has anyone noticed the "forgotten" rookies While they played well on Saturday, I noticed a few rookies who are not so celebrated, but who look like they will be tremendous assets. We all know Robinson and Babin, but what about the other guys. Does anyone have love for them? At the end of the game I saw R. Orr # 59 make a sack, and I haven't heard one thing about it. Can someone tell me why that is?

08-18-2004	#4
Nawzer Alienz Join Date: May 2004 Location: Houston, TX Age: 30 Posts: 6,093 Rep Power: 14437	Charlie Anderson continues to have a strong camp too. __________________ Fortune favors the brave NOT the stupid!

08-18-2004	#6
Hervoyel The Right Track Join Date: Apr 2004 Age: 47 Posts: 12,911 Rep Power: 61005	I'm a Renteria fan and you saw him put Henson down. I know he's a longshot to make the team but I'm hoping he can earn himself a spot on the practice squad at least and that after a year of working with us he can make a push in 2005. __________________ A wise man once said "...well at this point it's all been hashed out and you either see it or don't. Hoping for a win next week" - HTown2ATX

08-19-2004	#8
V Man Pumpkinhead Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Alamo City Age: 45 Posts: 2,586 Rep Power: 18	Kinda echoing most. Anderson seems to be the third best rookie on our team. I think he looked very well last Saturday, lets hope he continues to improve. __________________ sig by michaelm

08-19-2004	#10
keyfro Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2004 Age: 29 Posts: 1,859 Rep Power: 13	yeah still waiting the time to see glenn earl step out on the field...he isn't listed on the pup list anymore...hopefully he'll get some playing time in the near future...but overall i've been impressed with anderson and starling __________________ With the 10th overall pick in the 2007 NFL draft the Houston Texans select...?????

08-18-2004	#2
ArlingtonTexan Moderator Join Date: May 2004 Age: 46 Posts: 5,284 Rep Power: 20331	The lack of love is because the other rookies were playing against other rookies for spot on the team. Raheem Orr is fighting for a spot in the league period. Babin and Robinson are trying to prove they are starters in the league.

08-18-2004	#3
El Tejano Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 9,748 Rep Power: 6842	I particularly thought Lord stood out pretty well the last game. He was flying all over the field and he even came up with an INT. Starling played nice and showed his speed but didn't bring his hands with him. Sloan Thomas looked good to with the one catch he made for a first down. I would like to see his name called more though.

08-18-2004	#5
texasguy346 Mod Squad Join Date: May 2004 Location: Deer Park, TX Age: 30 Posts: 7,071 Rep Power: 2882	I think the rookie with the biggest beef would be Charlie Anderson. He played very well, and didn't get much talk about him. Lord played well too, but there was some chatter about him back and forth. I believe Anderson played with the 2nd teamers, and it wasn't always a rookie on rookie thing. He played a role very similar to Peek. He came down as a DE when it was a passing situation. I think Anderson will definately make the roster, and Duff too. An important thing to note is that the 1st rounders may get a lot of publicity, but they also face the most scrutiny from fans too.

08-18-2004	#7
aj. Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 4,769 Rep Power: 657	I'm all over the lost rooks. I think Anderson is ahead of R. Orr at the moment. Duff, Thomas and Starling have all done well. Lord is very intriguing because of his size. But we've only played one preseason game. Wait until after the Denver game and it will all become clearer.

08-20-2004	#11
aj. Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 4,769 Rep Power: 657	Earl was practicing last night. I saw him in on coverages with the backup units.

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