The good guys still looked good... - Houston Texans Message Board & Forum

TigerV1 · 09-23-2007

In spite of injuries and the fact that we played the #1 team in the NFL today, we still played a respectable game. Gotta give props to the Texans for NEVER giving up. Even with a loss there are so many things to be excited about with this team.

So...

Get healthy, work hard, keep fighting, and keep getting better.

BigTimeTexanFan · 09-23-2007

With Johnson out, Green and Jones injured in the game, 2 interceptions and we were still able to keep it within one score. A loss is a loss, but I am encouraged. This team is still young, but it is growing fast.

Hervoyel · 09-23-2007

That is so very true. The Texans did not get mauled today. They made some bad mistakes today but they didn't just completely not show up. Schaub and his interceptions are kind of getting on my nerves I have to admit (but they come with an upside too, he has a short memory and never quits), and coach Kubiak could have done something with the 1:56 he had at the end of the first quarter but aside from some nitpicking I think they did pretty good considering who they didn't have (AJ and Dayne, Green after the first quarter, and Jacoby at the end).

They are going places. Good places. We're a few players away and we lack depth in a few spots. We're getting there.

FirstTexansFan · 09-23-2007

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Originally Posted by Hervoyel

That is so very true. The Texans did not get mauled today. They made some bad mistakes today but they didn't just completely not show up. Schaub and his interceptions are kind of getting on my nerves I have to admit (but they come with an upside too, he has a short memory and never quits), and coach Kubiak could have done something with the 1:56 he had at the end of the first quarter but aside from some nitpicking I think they did pretty good considering who they didn't have (AJ and Dayne, Green after the first quarter, and Jacoby at the end).

They are going places. Good places. We're a few players away and we lack depth in a few spots. We're getting there.

QFT! You sure we aren't long lost brothers?

gjmac2 · 09-23-2007

I think it's apparent that the gap is closing between the Texans and the rest of the NFL. I am concerned about Schaub's decision making in the red zone, but overall am pleased by the teams play so far this year.

bigfan77801 · 09-23-2007

I have to say that I'm impressed myself. When the game started , I told my aunt (who is an Indy fan) that if the Texans lost, I'd be ok w/it because I've had plenty of pratice w/the Colts winning the game. But at the end of the game I was very encourged that they fought back. I mean at one point Houston had fumblits Cook in the game as the RB.

mike moffat · 09-23-2007

We're gaining respect in the league. I was proud of the grit that we showed. Texans are our team and I'm proud of them.

Texans Horror · 09-23-2007

I was just happy to see the Texans in a game that meant something. To hear announcers talking about this game like it was something important was amazing. (Of course, Costas did refer to it as the Colts/Titans game, but I'll let it slide this time.) Matt had a great game. He made mistakes, but it was nothing that he won't improve on and correct.

**kiwitexansfan** · 09-23-2007

I am proud of the team too.

Playing with 4 of your best skill players injured and still putting those points up is impressive.

Also we have a championship level special teams group. (I'm ignoring Brown)

Matt probably pushed a little hard to make up for what we were missing today... still he is the real deal.

houstonhurricane · 09-23-2007

The thing that really struck me today is how much better a qb Schaub is than what we have had in the past. Yes, he did make some mistakes; however, he was able to make some very impressive plays with his main weapons sidelined. This bodes well for our future...

**Hardcore Texan** · 09-23-2007

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Originally Posted by Hervoyel

That is so very true. The Texans did not get mauled today. They made some bad mistakes today but they didn't just completely not show up. Schaub and his interceptions are kind of getting on my nerves I have to admit (but they come with an upside too, he has a short memory and never quits), and coach Kubiak could have done something with the 1:56 he had at the end of the first quarter but aside from some nitpicking I think they did pretty good considering who they didn't have (AJ and Dayne, Green after the first quarter, and Jacoby at the end).

They are going places. Good places. We're a few players away and we lack depth in a few spots. We're getting there.

I agree 100%.

**Hagar** · 09-23-2007

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Originally Posted by mike moffat

I was proud of the grit that we showed.

I agree totally. I know it hard to say a loss is good, but this team kept fighting until the end, which is more then what I can say for some of our past teams (think back to 2-14).

Our players have a lot to be proud of.

DocBar · 09-23-2007

I wonder about Schaubs arm strength. 2 of his INTs were on balls he underthrew(along with the INT that got overturned last weeek). Was he actually trying to make ill-advised touch passes or did just just not have enough pepper to put on the ball? Not dogging the guy. After 5 yrs of Carr, Schaub is just short of walking on water. We could use healing powers if he has them, also.

jaybird · 09-23-2007

Well I'm not sure about the first INT but the second one was just a dumb pass... the Texans guy (can't remember who it was) had at least 4 Colts around him... Schaub got his jock all tight and wanted to get a TD pass after Jones' big run... so he made an ill advised pass... it would have taken one fantastic pass to get it in there - not a great pass... but fantastic.

He's had a couple of really nice bombs this year... I don't think his arm strength is the problem...just every once in awhile I think he wants to make too good of a play. But his decision making and fakes have been unbelievable overall.

DocBar · 09-23-2007

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Originally Posted by jaybird

Well I'm not sure about the first INT but the second one was just a dumb pass... the Texans guy (can't remember who it was) had at least 4 Colts around him... Schaub got his jock all tight and wanted to get a TD pass after Jones' big run... so he made an ill advised pass... it would have taken one fantastic pass to get it in there - not a great pass... but fantastic.

He's had a couple of really nice bombs this year... I don't think his arm strength is the problem...just every once in awhile I think he wants to make too good of a play. But his decision making and fakes have been unbelievable overall.

I believe that was Walters or Daniels that Schaub was throwing to. If that ball had been airmailed in instead of on a rope, I think we could've made a play on it. Similar to the pass Manning underthrew in the endzone that we almost picked off. The 1st INT was a Favre imitation from 5 yds away. OUCH I DO agree with your assessment, though.

**mexican_texan** · 09-23-2007

I'm proud of them. They walked off that field with pride, something this team hasn't done much.

Spled · 09-23-2007

If it hadn't been for the special teams play, the score wouldn't have been close. We've got to get better pass rush and cut down on mental mistakes.

09-23-2007	#2
BigTimeTexanFan All Pro Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Houston Posts: 574 Rep Power: 1963	Re: The good guys still looked good... With Johnson out, Green and Jones injured in the game, 2 interceptions and we were still able to keep it within one score. A loss is a loss, but I am encouraged. This team is still young, but it is growing fast.

09-23-2007	#3
Hervoyel The Right Track Join Date: Apr 2004 Age: 47 Posts: 12,872 Rep Power: 58358	Re: The good guys still looked good... That is so very true. The Texans did not get mauled today. They made some bad mistakes today but they didn't just completely not show up. Schaub and his interceptions are kind of getting on my nerves I have to admit (but they come with an upside too, he has a short memory and never quits), and coach Kubiak could have done something with the 1:56 he had at the end of the first quarter but aside from some nitpicking I think they did pretty good considering who they didn't have (AJ and Dayne, Green after the first quarter, and Jacoby at the end). They are going places. Good places. We're a few players away and we lack depth in a few spots. We're getting there. __________________ 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

09-23-2007	#5
gjmac2 Veteran Join Date: Oct 2005 Age: 42 Posts: 296 Rep Power: 13	Re: The good guys still looked good... I think it's apparent that the gap is closing between the Texans and the rest of the NFL. I am concerned about Schaub's decision making in the red zone, but overall am pleased by the teams play so far this year.

09-23-2007	#6
bigfan77801 Plebian Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 387 Rep Power: 374	Re: The good guys still looked good... I have to say that I'm impressed myself. When the game started , I told my aunt (who is an Indy fan) that if the Texans lost, I'd be ok w/it because I've had plenty of pratice w/the Colts winning the game. But at the end of the game I was very encourged that they fought back. I mean at one point Houston had fumblits Cook in the game as the RB. __________________ Right is right, even if everyone is against it and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is for it--William Penn.

09-23-2007	#7
mike moffat Hall of Fame Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Redding, Ca. Age: 60 Posts: 2,963 Rep Power: 6670	Re: The good guys still looked good... We're gaining respect in the league. I was proud of the grit that we showed. Texans are our team and I'm proud of them. __________________ Mike....A TEXAS BOY forever!

09-23-2007	#1
TigerV1 All Pro Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Irving, TX Age: 32 Posts: 794 Rep Power: 90	The good guys still looked good... In spite of injuries and the fact that we played the #1 team in the NFL today, we still played a respectable game. Gotta give props to the Texans for NEVER giving up. Even with a loss there are so many things to be excited about with this team. So... Get healthy, work hard, keep fighting, and keep getting better. __________________ "Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive." - C.S. Lewis

09-23-2007	#8
Texans Horror Hall of Fame Join Date: Sep 2005 Age: 39 Posts: 2,303 Rep Power: 24	Re: The good guys still looked good... I was just happy to see the Texans in a game that meant something. To hear announcers talking about this game like it was something important was amazing. (Of course, Costas did refer to it as the Colts/Titans game, but I'll let it slide this time.) Matt had a great game. He made mistakes, but it was nothing that he won't improve on and correct.

09-23-2007	#9
kiwitexansfan Bring Him Back Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Age: 35 Posts: 7,903 Rep Power: 7242	Re: The good guys still looked good... I am proud of the team too. Playing with 4 of your best skill players injured and still putting those points up is impressive. Also we have a championship level special teams group. (I'm ignoring Brown) Matt probably pushed a little hard to make up for what we were missing today... still he is the real deal. __________________ All random posts made entirely of smilies courtesy of kiwitexansfanjr -age 4

09-23-2007	#10
houstonhurricane All Pro Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New York Age: 42 Posts: 774 Rep Power: 147	Re: The good guys still looked good... The thing that really struck me today is how much better a qb Schaub is than what we have had in the past. Yes, he did make some mistakes; however, he was able to make some very impressive plays with his main weapons sidelined. This bodes well for our future... __________________ Go Canes!

09-23-2007	#13
DocBar Hall of Fame Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: I'm international Section: Channel 700-ish on NFL Sunday Ticket Age: 43 Posts: 7,224 Rep Power: 17539	Re: The good guys still looked good... I wonder about Schaubs arm strength. 2 of his INTs were on balls he underthrew(along with the INT that got overturned last weeek). Was he actually trying to make ill-advised touch passes or did just just not have enough pepper to put on the ball? Not dogging the guy. After 5 yrs of Carr, Schaub is just short of walking on water. We could use healing powers if he has them, also. __________________ “If you take a highly intelligent person and give them the best possible, elite education, then you will most likely wind up with an academic who is completely impervious to reality.” Halton Arp

09-23-2007	#14
jaybird Veteran Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 167 Rep Power: 6	Re: The good guys still looked good... Well I'm not sure about the first INT but the second one was just a dumb pass... the Texans guy (can't remember who it was) had at least 4 Colts around him... Schaub got his jock all tight and wanted to get a TD pass after Jones' big run... so he made an ill advised pass... it would have taken one fantastic pass to get it in there - not a great pass... but fantastic. He's had a couple of really nice bombs this year... I don't think his arm strength is the problem...just every once in awhile I think he wants to make too good of a play. But his decision making and fakes have been unbelievable overall. __________________

09-23-2007	#17
Spled All Pro Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 761 Rep Power: 50	Re: The good guys still looked good... If it hadn't been for the special teams play, the score wouldn't have been close. We've got to get better pass rush and cut down on mental mistakes.

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