How Mario makes us better. - Houston Texans Message Board & Forum

Dime · 08-09-2006

Alot of people are now coming to the knowledge of how Mario is helping the whole team. In case you havent thought of it, here is a list on how he is doing it.

For defense

1. Ok.. The obvious. He was brought in to increase a horrible pass rush. We had very few sacks last year and his presence, and his play ethic will become exactly what we need. I dont how many times I saw Payton or other QB's with 10-15 seconds to pass. If you have that long, something will always open up.

2. How he his helping the secondary. With providing a pass rush, the QB has less time to throw the ball and make reads. This gives more chances of errors in play. Error in play can only help us with interceptions, or knocked down passes. Routes have to be cut quicker, and things happen when the tempo gets changed.

For Offense.

1. How can he help our offensive line? Think about it.. If he is on your team, you learn (as a off lineman) on what might work or not work against a Freeney. He is a constant threat to the QB and forces our line to get better or run over.

2. How can he help our RB/FB. You have a massive force on one side of the ball, what do you have to do to get around it, or escape it. This is the Question that our RB/FB have to think about when going against a team with a Freeney type on thier team. In the past, we couldnt practice what we would do in real time, only analyze and guess. With Mario, you can run real time to see if your they are able to work thier theorys.

3. TE? You need to know when you need to block or need to know when you need to open for a pass so the QB can drop it to you.

4. QB? David couldnt practice only having 1.5 seconds to do something because he didnt have anyone (even with our online) he had to 'fear'. Now, even though it is practice, he has to make quicker decisions which prepare him for games against a strong dline.

1 Mario has already done alot for this team.

AFD1717 · 08-09-2006

Plus, "Super Mario" is currently the coolest nickname on the team.

MightyTExan · 08-09-2006

Funny thing is, he's been chasing around Carr during training camp. Just think what happens when he gets after a less mobile QB such as, shall we say Manning, Leftwich?

I can't wait.

Nawzer · 08-09-2006

Mario's no.1 job is create havoc and if does that the rest of our defense will look very good. It's all about applying pressure on the opposing qb.

AFD1717 · 08-09-2006

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Originally Posted by MightyTExan

Funny thing is, he's been chasing around Carr during training camp. Just think what happens when he gets after a less mobile QB such as, shall we say Manning, Leftwich?

I can't wait.

Good point. I hadn't even thought about that. This year is going to be fun.

TK_Gamer · 08-09-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by MightyTExan

Funny thing is, he's been chasing around Carr during training camp. Just think what happens when he gets after a less mobile QB such as, shall we say Manning, Leftwich?

I can't wait.

exactly!, and Peyton dont have edge in there to gain him that extra second to get rid of the ball. they will prolly have to use an hback proset to make up for it. which means 1 less saftey valve target for him to throw to. I can't wait either

Señor Stan · 08-09-2006

Don't forget run defense...

2303 yds given up last year.

I expect less 2nd and 4s and more 2nd and 8s.

**Double Barrel** · 08-09-2006

Nice thread, Dime, and good points. A player like Mario elevates those around him just by his presence on the field. Once he establishes himself as a dominant force to be reckoned with, our players will be that much better by association.

Don't forget, Mario will also get double/triple teamed a good part of the time, so this frees up our other defenders to penetrate the pocket or disrupt the timing on a run play.

Dime · 08-09-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by Double Barrel

Nice thread, Dime, and good points. A player like Mario elevates those around him just by his presence on the field. Once he establishes himself as a dominant force to be reckoned with, our players will be that much better by association.

Don't forget, Mario will also get double/triple teamed a good part of the time, so this frees up our other defenders to penetrate the pocket or disrupt the timing on a run play.

Your right.. forgot to post that

TexanBacker93 · 08-09-2006

I definitely agree with all the above. Mario improves this team much more than the other 2 would have.

Anyone else think Babin could be one of the happiest guys around? He's been ridden hard his first 2 years and now that he's back to his regular position and has Mario on the other side he could put up a Robert Mathis type season.

How about PBuc and DRob? They won't have to hold their coverage as long now that the team will actually put some pressure on the opposing QB.

ledzeppelin229 · 08-09-2006

Right now there is one person that I zeroed in on when the chasing QB part was brought up...

I hope Drew Bledsoe has some good insurance policies.

08-09-2006	#1
Dime Hall of Fame Join Date: May 2004 Age: 42 Posts: 1,377 Rep Power: 12	How Mario makes us better. Alot of people are now coming to the knowledge of how Mario is helping the whole team. In case you havent thought of it, here is a list on how he is doing it. For defense 1. Ok.. The obvious. He was brought in to increase a horrible pass rush. We had very few sacks last year and his presence, and his play ethic will become exactly what we need. I dont how many times I saw Payton or other QB's with 10-15 seconds to pass. If you have that long, something will always open up. 2. How he his helping the secondary. With providing a pass rush, the QB has less time to throw the ball and make reads. This gives more chances of errors in play. Error in play can only help us with interceptions, or knocked down passes. Routes have to be cut quicker, and things happen when the tempo gets changed. For Offense. 1. How can he help our offensive line? Think about it.. If he is on your team, you learn (as a off lineman) on what might work or not work against a Freeney. He is a constant threat to the QB and forces our line to get better or run over. 2. How can he help our RB/FB. You have a massive force on one side of the ball, what do you have to do to get around it, or escape it. This is the Question that our RB/FB have to think about when going against a team with a Freeney type on thier team. In the past, we couldnt practice what we would do in real time, only analyze and guess. With Mario, you can run real time to see if your they are able to work thier theorys. 3. TE? You need to know when you need to block or need to know when you need to open for a pass so the QB can drop it to you. 4. QB? David couldnt practice only having 1.5 seconds to do something because he didnt have anyone (even with our online) he had to 'fear'. Now, even though it is practice, he has to make quicker decisions which prepare him for games against a strong dline. 1 Mario has already done alot for this team. __________________ You can get more with a 2 by 4 and a kind word then just with a kind word.

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AFD1717 Veteran Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, TX Age: 34 Posts: 326 Rep Power: 8	Plus, "Super Mario" is currently the coolest nickname on the team. __________________ "We ain't here for a long time, so we're here for a good time."

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Nawzer Alienz Join Date: May 2004 Location: Houston, TX Age: 30 Posts: 6,083 Rep Power: 14368	Mario's no.1 job is create havoc and if does that the rest of our defense will look very good. It's all about applying pressure on the opposing qb. __________________ Fortune favors the brave NOT the stupid!

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Double Barrel Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Section: Gridiron, Texas Age: 46 Posts: 27,056 Rep Power: 81571	Nice thread, Dime, and good points. A player like Mario elevates those around him just by his presence on the field. Once he establishes himself as a dominant force to be reckoned with, our players will be that much better by association. Don't forget, Mario will also get double/triple teamed a good part of the time, so this frees up our other defenders to penetrate the pocket or disrupt the timing on a run play. __________________ "FOOTBALL IS ONLY A DIVERSION." ~ HOUSTON TEXANS In Memoriam - 20 little angels

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08-09-2006	#3
MightyTExan It's go time! Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 787 Rep Power: 4036	Funny thing is, he's been chasing around Carr during training camp. Just think what happens when he gets after a less mobile QB such as, shall we say Manning, Leftwich? I can't wait.

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Señor Stan El Guapo Join Date: Aug 2004 Age: 42 Posts: 3,947 Rep Power: 41599	Don't forget run defense... 2303 yds given up last year. I expect less 2nd and 4s and more 2nd and 8s.

08-09-2006	#10
TexanBacker93 Hall of Fame Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Cypress, TX Age: 42 Posts: 1,618 Rep Power: 3447	I definitely agree with all the above. Mario improves this team much more than the other 2 would have. Anyone else think Babin could be one of the happiest guys around? He's been ridden hard his first 2 years and now that he's back to his regular position and has Mario on the other side he could put up a Robert Mathis type season. How about PBuc and DRob? They won't have to hold their coverage as long now that the team will actually put some pressure on the opposing QB.

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