Mario Williams # 1 ? - Houston Texans Message Board & Forum

The Dude Abides · 04-10-2006

http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/sports/3782968.html

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North Carolina State defensive end Mario Williams, the top defensive player in the draft, is coming to Houston today to visit with the Texans.
The Texans insisted Sunday they are serious about taking Williams, who is rated as a better prospect than Julius Peppers, the defensive end taken second by Carolina in 2002. The Texans are ready to start contract negotiations. Under NFL rules, they can negotiate with any players they're considering drafting with the top pick April 29. They can negotiate with Williams, Reggie Bush and Vince Young and sign one before the draft.
Although left defensive end Anthony Weaver was their top priority in free agency, and Antwan Peek should be ideal for right end in the 4-3, the Texans insist that bringing in Williams isn't a ploy to help them sign Bush, who's expected to be the top pick.
The Texans have agreed to contract terms with veteran safety Michael Stone, who played at New England last season.
Stone gives the Texans a veteran safety to replace Marcus Coleman. He'll compete with C.C. Brown and Glenn Earl for playing time.

They are covering all their bases as they should.

**kiwitexansfan** · 04-10-2006

I for one am glad that they are bringing him in. I hope they will think long and hard about drafting him too. Even at the #1 spot.

I was thinking about this today, do we have even one defender that another team sees on the depth chart and they go "oh no" about??

Some might say Robison but do other teams think that or do we just cling to him because he is the closest thing we have to a decent defensive presence.

HJam72 · 04-10-2006

I don't think anyone is "afraid" of D-Rob because all they have to do is not throw to his side of the field if he starts to dominate, but that's not his fault. It's not like he's Sanders in his prime though. We can't just let him go 1:1 on any receiver, no matter what the route is, and let the safety help somebody else, allowing an extra LB to blitz, etc. I would hate to see the Texans spend that prized #1 pick on anyone but Bush (or if we were looking at QBs). I guess it could turn out to be worth it, but where was all the Williams, Hawk, Fergason for #1 talk all year long? I think it started with people looking at alternatives just out of curiosity and now people are taking the idea too seriously. Now, a Trade Down would make me real happy and, although I'd like to see a LT out of it, I could live with this guy.

PS-It's good that they're looking at him though. That never hurts.

Frank_The_Tank · 04-10-2006

He clould def. upgrade this D. I wish they would also bring in A.J. Hawk, and Mike Huff.

**Runner** · 04-10-2006

It sure takes a while for our crack media team to notice anything that doesn't involve Bush and Young.

Even if they are already sold on Bush, they should still look at other players in case they get that godfather trade deal. This is a good move.

Mike Kerns · 04-10-2006

This is why I told all the fellow Bush campers not to think it was a foregone conclusion that Bush would be a Texan. I do think we will regret not taking Bush

YoungTexanFan · 04-10-2006

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Originally Posted by HJam72

I don't think anyone is "afraid" of D-Rob because all they have to do is not throw to his side of the field if he starts to dominate, but that's not his fault. It's not like he's Sanders in his prime though. We can't just let him go 1:1 on any receiver, no matter what the route is, and let the safety help somebody else, allowing an extra LB to blitz, etc. I would hate to see the Texans spend that prized #1 pick on anyone but Bush (or if we were looking at QBs). I guess it could turn out to be worth it, but where was all the Williams, Hawk, Fergason for #1 talk all year long? I think it started with people looking at alternatives just out of curiosity and now people are taking the idea too seriously. Now, a Trade Down would make me real happy and, although I'd like to see a LT out of it, I could live with this guy.

PS-It's good that they're looking at him though. That never hurts.

The talk has been there all year long, it has just been drowned out by the bush/young debate. I, for example, have supported D'brick/Mario at #1 before and still do.

Mike Kerns · 04-10-2006

John McClain is on 610 right now & he claims this is all "posturing" by the Texans front office & that they will take Bush. Take that for what it's worth

TexansFanatic · 04-10-2006

The Chron indicates the Texans are not only working out Mario Williams but are talking contract with his agent....

Will anyone be happy if this guy really becomes the # 1 pick?

Grid · 04-10-2006

I would be happy with Williams, yes.

hot pickle · 04-10-2006

i would be happy with mario, but happier with bush, talent like bush rarely comes around

nunusguy · 04-10-2006

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Originally Posted by dunta23

i would be happy with mario, but happier with bush, talent like bush rarely comes around

Bush is clearly the BPA in this Draft, or last years Draft, or probably the 2004
Draft also, etc. But there is still a possibility for a godfather offer, therefor
we need a back-up plan for the BPA on the Board if picking at 4 or 5 or whatever. Therefor good idea to look at other top picks just in case.

**gtexan02** · 04-10-2006

Texans | Team to have pre-draft visit with M. Williams
Mon, 10 Apr 2006 06:22:41 -0700

John McClain, of the Houston Chronicle, reports the Houston Texans will conduct a pre-draft visit with North Carolina State DE Mario Williams Monday, April 10. The Texans insisted Sunday, April 9, they are serious about taking Williams. Under NFL rules, they can negotiate with any players they're considering drafting with the top pick April 29. They can negotiate with Williams, USC RB Reggie Bush and Texas QB Vince Young and sign one before the NFL Draft.

Mike Kerns · 04-10-2006

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Originally Posted by TexansFanatic

The Chron indicates the Texans are not only working out Mario Williams but are talking contract with his agent....

Will anyone be happy if this guy really becomes the # 1 pick?

With the #1 pick? absolutely not.

**Kaiser Toro** · 04-10-2006

I am not surprised, but there are many on this board that will be. Good to see we are seriously considering the BPA for our need not necessarily the draft.

We cannot go wrong with Reggie Bush or Williams.

done88 · 04-10-2006

Simmply a contract ploy. If they were going to go after Williams they would be better off to trade the pick and try to get Williams also. Bush's agent is asking for more thenthe Texans think he should. They thought that by bringing in Youn it would put pressure on Bush to lower his demands. Since that did not work they are tryiong to gain leverage through Williams. It's how business is done.

SteelBlueToro · 04-10-2006

If they draft Williams it will be if they trade down.

**Farough** · 04-10-2006

I wouldnt mind it at all!... either Williams or Bush at #1 and ill be perfectly happy.

TEXANRED · 04-10-2006

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Originally Posted by SteelBlueToro

If they draft Williams it will be if they trade down.

I don't think you can sign him then trade down.

I would love, love, love, Mario Williams. Hate to see Bush let go but Defense wins championships.

powerfuldragon · 04-10-2006

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Originally Posted by dunta23

i would be happy with mario, but happier with bush, talent like bush rarely comes around

This man is correct.

04-10-2006	#5
Runner Hubcap Diamond Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,436 Rep Power: 6068	It sure takes a while for our crack media team to notice anything that doesn't involve Bush and Young. Even if they are already sold on Bush, they should still look at other players in case they get that godfather trade deal. This is a good move. __________________ Amy glances out the window; her hair, skin, and clothes take on a pronounced reddish tinge from Doppler effect as she drops out of the conversation at relativistic velocity. - Cryptonomicon

04-10-2006	#6
Mike Kerns Texans FC Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: West Houston Section: Up top. Age: 34 Posts: 2,644 Rep Power: 873	This is why I told all the fellow Bush campers not to think it was a foregone conclusion that Bush would be a Texan. I do think we will regret not taking Bush __________________ Luv Ya Steel Blue: Texans Radio - Follow Me on Twitter - State of the Texans

04-10-2006	#8
Mike Kerns Texans FC Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: West Houston Section: Up top. Age: 34 Posts: 2,644 Rep Power: 873	John McClain is on 610 right now & he claims this is all "posturing" by the Texans front office & that they will take Bush. Take that for what it's worth __________________ Luv Ya Steel Blue: Texans Radio - Follow Me on Twitter - State of the Texans

04-10-2006	#9
TexansFanatic Extremist Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,175 Rep Power: 7237	Mario Williams # 1 ? The Chron indicates the Texans are not only working out Mario Williams but are talking contract with his agent.... Will anyone be happy if this guy really becomes the # 1 pick?

04-10-2006	#13
gtexan02 Working? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Boston Age: 29 Posts: 15,334 Rep Power: 34917	Texans \| Team to have pre-draft visit with M. Williams Mon, 10 Apr 2006 06:22:41 -0700 John McClain, of the Houston Chronicle, reports the Houston Texans will conduct a pre-draft visit with North Carolina State DE Mario Williams Monday, April 10. The Texans insisted Sunday, April 9, they are serious about taking Williams. Under NFL rules, they can negotiate with any players they're considering drafting with the top pick April 29. They can negotiate with Williams, USC RB Reggie Bush and Texas QB Vince Young and sign one before the NFL Draft. __________________ Adios until next season. See you then

04-10-2006	#2
kiwitexansfan Bring Him Back Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Age: 35 Posts: 7,903 Rep Power: 7242	I for one am glad that they are bringing him in. I hope they will think long and hard about drafting him too. Even at the #1 spot. I was thinking about this today, do we have even one defender that another team sees on the depth chart and they go "oh no" about?? Some might say Robison but do other teams think that or do we just cling to him because he is the closest thing we have to a decent defensive presence.

04-10-2006	#3
HJam72 Hall of Fame Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Over here. Age: 40 Posts: 10,475 Rep Power: 18004	I don't think anyone is "afraid" of D-Rob because all they have to do is not throw to his side of the field if he starts to dominate, but that's not his fault. It's not like he's Sanders in his prime though. We can't just let him go 1:1 on any receiver, no matter what the route is, and let the safety help somebody else, allowing an extra LB to blitz, etc. I would hate to see the Texans spend that prized #1 pick on anyone but Bush (or if we were looking at QBs). I guess it could turn out to be worth it, but where was all the Williams, Hawk, Fergason for #1 talk all year long? I think it started with people looking at alternatives just out of curiosity and now people are taking the idea too seriously. Now, a Trade Down would make me real happy and, although I'd like to see a LT out of it, I could live with this guy. PS-It's good that they're looking at him though. That never hurts.

04-10-2006	#4
Frank_The_Tank Veteran Join Date: Mar 2006 Age: 31 Posts: 340 Rep Power: 8	He clould def. upgrade this D. I wish they would also bring in A.J. Hawk, and Mike Huff.

04-10-2006	#10
Grid Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 4,299 Rep Power: 2271	I would be happy with Williams, yes.

04-10-2006	#11
hot pickle السلام عليكم Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Winnipeg, Canada Age: 24 Posts: 2,434 Rep Power: 2073	i would be happy with mario, but happier with bush, talent like bush rarely comes around

04-10-2006	#15
Kaiser Toro Native Mod Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Straight Outta Austin Age: 43 Posts: 15,895 Rep Power: 20164	I am not surprised, but there are many on this board that will be. Good to see we are seriously considering the BPA for our need not necessarily the draft. We cannot go wrong with Reggie Bush or Williams. __________________ Texans 2012: Kidz II Men

04-10-2006	#16
done88 Veteran Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Clear Lake Age: 35 Posts: 274 Rep Power: 10	Simmply a contract ploy. If they were going to go after Williams they would be better off to trade the pick and try to get Williams also. Bush's agent is asking for more thenthe Texans think he should. They thought that by bringing in Youn it would put pressure on Bush to lower his demands. Since that did not work they are tryiong to gain leverage through Williams. It's how business is done. __________________ Donnie I've adopted Eric Moulds

04-10-2006	#17
SteelBlueToro Veteran Join Date: Jun 2004 Age: 45 Posts: 116 Rep Power: 9	If they draft Williams it will be if they trade down. __________________ We fear the zone... the end zone...

04-10-2006	#18
Farough Site Contributor Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada Age: 25 Posts: 843 Rep Power: 470	I wouldnt mind it at all!... either Williams or Bush at #1 and ill be perfectly happy.

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