DeMeco Ryans prefers to be middle linebacker - Houston Texans Message Board & Forum

**Texans34Life** · 08-01-2006

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Tue, 1 Aug 2006 05:13:57 -0700

Dale Robertson, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans LB DeMeco Ryans admits he prefers playing middle linebacker instead of one of the outside linebacker spots. Ryans practiced at middle linebacker Monday, July 31. Defensive coordinator Richard Smith said, "We're really pleased with what we saw in the minicamps and offseason work. DeMeco is very knowledgeable and was obviously well-coached in college. We think his movement skills are perfect for the position. He's smart. He'll handle it. He upgrades the athletic ability at the position."

aj. · 08-01-2006

Here's the article that was taken from, if you want the whole thing:

http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/printsto...sfront/4085325

nunusguy · 08-01-2006

"I'm just glad I have the opportunity to come out here and compete for a starting job. I'm trying to get better, to hone my skills. I like the middle, but it doesn't matter. I feel blessed to have the opportunity.
"A lot of people wish they could be in your shoes. Honestly, I don't think I could have ended up in a better place."
*****************************************
Wow, what a wonderful attitude !
And as frustrating and disconcerting as this rash of injuries early in TC are, there's an upside: your young players like DeMeco, our future, get on the field sooner rather than later to gain necessay and valuable experience.
I feel the same way about the situation with DD. I'm fine with one of the rookies starting in DDs place against the Eagles. Therefor I say forget about trying to get Bennet or another vet RB to play in DDs place. Rather let the young guys including the rookies play, let them start in the regular season opener !

Coach C. · 08-01-2006

Titan Fan, I hope you just read what you wrote and realized you are completely off. MLB has more responsiblity than anyone on the field. They make the defense calls, get everyone into the right place and in our particular type of defense are responsible for a multitude of zone and read options. Come on I expect better from you!!

Titan "Tack" Fan · 08-01-2006

saying that he wants to be MLB because it is easier is trolling?

TransplantTexan1 · 08-01-2006

I'm a big DeMeco Ryans fan. Even if he hasn't played a single down as of yet. His whole attitude and demeanor makes it easy to cheer for him.

wags · 08-02-2006

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Texans | Ryans settled in at MLB
Tue, 1 Aug 2006 21:11:22 -0700

HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak says the defense has settled on LB DeMeco Ryans playing the middle linebacker position.

www.kffl.com

Maybe this has been posted already

CoastalTexan · 08-02-2006

So that means Greenwood and Orr on the sides for now if Wong doesnt get back in time? If so that looks pretty good.

Wolfiegrrl · 08-02-2006

I would love to see Demeco Ryans turn out to be a great rookie like Seattle's Lofa Tatupu.

TheRealJoker · 08-02-2006

I really think Demeco is gonna turn out to be the steal of the draft

**infantrycak** · 08-02-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Titan "Tack" Fan

saying that he wants to be MLB because it is easier is trolling?

No, it's just silly. How is MLB easier? As pointed out above, this requires him to call the plays in addition to dealing with OLmen more frequently.

**infantrycak** · 08-02-2006

Since some folks tend to repeat commentators and draftsperts on Ryans' size to play MLB, here is a list of the guys who have made the pro-bowl the last two years at MLB which shows plenty of guys playing MLB at an elite level at or near Ryans' size (6' 1" 236 lbs--reported by one of the Texans' coaches as up to 239 lbs):

Al Wilson 6' 240 lbs
Jonathan Vilma 6'1" 230 lbs
Zach Thomas 5' 11" 228 lbs
Lofa Tatupu 5' 11" 238 lbs
James Farrior 6' 2" 243 lbs
Dan Morgan 6' 2" 245 lbs

Brian Urlacher 6'4" 258 lbs
Jeremiah Trotter 6'1" 262 lbs
Ray Lewis 6' 1" 250 lbs

That's only one guy substantially taller and 3 of 9 significantly (more than 5%) heavier.

**jerek** · 08-02-2006

As much as I was not happy about Rainer going down with an injury, it may prove a blessing in disguise as it accelerates Ryans' role in our defense. I believe Ryans will secure the starting job sometime this year, if not by the end of camp.

wrestler4life · 08-02-2006

Yeah, I dont see his size being that much of an issue. I think he will do just fine. I like the idea of the future leader of our defense out there come opening day, along with Dunta and mario.
All class guys in my opinion. How could you not like where this team is headed?!

08-01-2006	#1
Texans34Life I BLEED TEXANS! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Displaced in Cowboys Hell Age: 34 Posts: 1,287 Rep Power: 1027	DeMeco Ryans prefers to be middle linebacker Texans \| Tue, 1 Aug 2006 05:13:57 -0700 Dale Robertson, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans LB DeMeco Ryans admits he prefers playing middle linebacker instead of one of the outside linebacker spots. Ryans practiced at middle linebacker Monday, July 31. Defensive coordinator Richard Smith said, "We're really pleased with what we saw in the minicamps and offseason work. DeMeco is very knowledgeable and was obviously well-coached in college. We think his movement skills are perfect for the position. He's smart. He'll handle it. He upgrades the athletic ability at the position." __________________ ADOPT-A-TEXAN 2011-2012 - AJ80 "DRE" HoustonTexans4Life - 2010-2011 CHAMPION of TexansTalk Survivor and TexansTalk Pick'em

08-01-2006	#4
Coach C. Hall of Fame Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SE Houston Posts: 1,422 Rep Power: 10	Titan Fan, I hope you just read what you wrote and realized you are completely off. MLB has more responsiblity than anyone on the field. They make the defense calls, get everyone into the right place and in our particular type of defense are responsible for a multitude of zone and read options. Come on I expect better from you!! __________________ "Inconsistency is the only thing in which men are consistent" — Horace Smith. 12-7 Aggies!!!

08-01-2006	#5
Titan "Tack" Fan Hall of Fame Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Ca$hville Posts: 1,514 Rep Power: 42	saying that he wants to be MLB because it is easier is trolling? __________________ ADVENTURE, EXCITEMENT, A JEDI CRAVES NOT THESE THINGS

08-01-2006	#6
TransplantTexan1 Rookie Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Katy, Texas Age: 41 Posts: 69 Rep Power: 7	I'm a big DeMeco Ryans fan. Even if he hasn't played a single down as of yet. His whole attitude and demeanor makes it easy to cheer for him. __________________ "That's the way to matriculate the ball down the field." -- Hank Stram

08-02-2006	#10
TheRealJoker Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Conroe Age: 25 Posts: 3,563 Rep Power: 2772	I really think Demeco is gonna turn out to be the steal of the draft __________________ What did the city of Houston do to anger the football gods?

08-01-2006	#2
aj. Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 4,769 Rep Power: 657	Here's the article that was taken from, if you want the whole thing: http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/printsto...sfront/4085325

08-01-2006	#3
nunusguy Hall of Fame Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Houston Posts: 8,991 Rep Power: 183	"I'm just glad I have the opportunity to come out here and compete for a starting job. I'm trying to get better, to hone my skills. I like the middle, but it doesn't matter. I feel blessed to have the opportunity. "A lot of people wish they could be in your shoes. Honestly, I don't think I could have ended up in a better place." ***************************************** Wow, what a wonderful attitude ! And as frustrating and disconcerting as this rash of injuries early in TC are, there's an upside: your young players like DeMeco, our future, get on the field sooner rather than later to gain necessay and valuable experience. I feel the same way about the situation with DD. I'm fine with one of the rookies starting in DDs place against the Eagles. Therefor I say forget about trying to get Bennet or another vet RB to play in DDs place. Rather let the young guys including the rookies play, let them start in the regular season opener !

08-02-2006	#8
CoastalTexan Veteran Join Date: May 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 459 Rep Power: 28	So that means Greenwood and Orr on the sides for now if Wong doesnt get back in time? If so that looks pretty good.

08-02-2006	#9
Wolfiegrrl Wonder Woman Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Portland, Or Age: 40 Posts: 116 Rep Power: 19	I would love to see Demeco Ryans turn out to be a great rookie like Seattle's Lofa Tatupu.

08-02-2006	#12
infantrycak Lead Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Houston, TX Age: 45 Posts: 37,444 Rep Power: 76017	Since some folks tend to repeat commentators and draftsperts on Ryans' size to play MLB, here is a list of the guys who have made the pro-bowl the last two years at MLB which shows plenty of guys playing MLB at an elite level at or near Ryans' size (6' 1" 236 lbs--reported by one of the Texans' coaches as up to 239 lbs): Al Wilson 6' 240 lbs Jonathan Vilma 6'1" 230 lbs Zach Thomas 5' 11" 228 lbs Lofa Tatupu 5' 11" 238 lbs James Farrior 6' 2" 243 lbs Dan Morgan 6' 2" 245 lbs Brian Urlacher 6'4" 258 lbs Jeremiah Trotter 6'1" 262 lbs Ray Lewis 6' 1" 250 lbs That's only one guy substantially taller and 3 of 9 significantly (more than 5%) heavier. __________________ The Art of War

08-02-2006	#13
jerek Pro Hobbyist Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Dublin, OH Age: 32 Posts: 6,590 Rep Power: 7621	As much as I was not happy about Rainer going down with an injury, it may prove a blessing in disguise as it accelerates Ryans' role in our defense. I believe Ryans will secure the starting job sometime this year, if not by the end of camp. __________________ It is difficult to free fools from the chains they revere. - Voltaire

08-02-2006	#14
wrestler4life Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Camarillo, Ca. Age: 38 Posts: 318 Rep Power: 9	Yeah, I dont see his size being that much of an issue. I think he will do just fine. I like the idea of the future leader of our defense out there come opening day, along with Dunta and mario. All class guys in my opinion. How could you not like where this team is headed?! __________________ "Be still, Taggert, be still!" Hedey (That's Hedley!) Lamarr

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