Houston Texans @ New York Jets. 7:30. 10/8. **Official Monday Night GameDay Thread**

[2012Champs]

Originally Posted by ChrisG

Cant wait. Gonna miss the first 20 minutes but will catch the rest.

Love the notes on NFL -
What to watch: If you're at the game, watch the Jets' sideline. Emotions will be high. If you like football, however, watch the Texans on the field. No drama, no circus atmosphere, just the NFL's most efficient and well-rounded team. What will the Jets' defense be able to take away? Arian Foster in the run game? Receiver Andre Johnson and quarterback Matt Schaub will capitalize. OK, you want to stop the pass? Good luck tackling Foster with seven men in the box. If you haven't checked out the Texans, you'll see why they are so good.

I actually dont mind missing the first 30-60 min and just record it while staying off the internet or listening to the radio so I can fast forward through the bs

[Outlaw7]

LETS GO TEXANS

[Errant Hothy]

Im going to miss most of the first half, in class till 8:50. Will follow on twitter till out of class, then need to find somewhere to watch the game by SMU.

[disaacks3]

Praying I don't get too many desperate on-call messages tonight. It'll suck if I have to watch the whole thing out-of-phase.

No injuries, convincing win, a little more national respect.

[gary]

I think KHOU/CBS is also showing the game.

[Bulls on Parade]

I'm ready for kickoff! Just another six hours or so to wait now.

[Rey]

Has it been posted that Tate is probably not playing?

[ThaShark316]

Originally Posted by Rey

Has it been posted that Tate is probably not playing?

Well here you go..



ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Ben Tate (toe) is unlikely to suit up for Monday Night Football against the Jets.
He is officially a game-time decision. Coach Gary Kubiak said Saturday Tate would "probably be ready" to play, but in a game the Texans are favored to win by nearly 10 points, they simply don't need to risk further injury for their No. 2 back. Tate will likely attempt to go in pre-game warmups, but Justin Forsett should be expected to back-up Arian Foster. You need to make other plans if you were planning to throw a Tate hail mary in deeper fantasy league.

[Rey]

Originally Posted by ThaShark316

He practiced Saturday.

Just reported that he's not playing.

[HOU-TEX]

Sounds like we might be seeing a bit of Forsett tonight. A RB with fresh legs might work in our favor

Adam Schefter‏@AdamSchefter

Texans RB Ben Tate, a limited participant in last week’s practices due to a toe injury, is unlikely to play tonight vs. Jets.

[Rey]

Houston Texans running back Ben Tate, a limited participant in last weeks practices due to a toe injury, is unlikely to play Monday night against the New York Jets, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

Texans coach Gary Kubiak had been optimistic that the backup running back would be able to play after he practiced Saturday. Justin Forsett will be counted on to spell starter Arian Foster if Tate can't play.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/84...-new-york-jets

[Lurvinator11]

Originally Posted by SheTexan

I woke up at 0330 with butterflies in my tummy and a NON-focused brain flashing the Texan logo every nano-second! Gettin worst as the day goes on! I'm tired, cranky, need a nap, and can't be still one flippin minute. I truly don't think I've been this pumped for a game since we played the Cowboys in 2002! I remember feeling the same way then. We had a tropical storm then and I was petrified out of my skin that I would miss that game. My daughter flooded my van trying to get out of the neighborhood, and I threatened to swim to Reliant. My son-in-law came and got me in his truck and we made it on time to see our infamous 19-10 win.

I know this game is totally different than that one, from an emotional level, but, I'm just so happy for our team and want them to keep on smiling and winning! I could keep on rambling all day, but, I'll give you all a break. Just a little nostalgic right now, and happy as all get out to be a TEXAN fan!!

C'mon boys, how can you not rep a post like this?? MSR!!!! Thanks ST, I love the nostalgia from you.

[HOU-TEX]

Maybe it's just me, but I'm getting a not so good vibe about this game for some reason. I know we out match them in practically everything, but man, that feeling in my gut is getting to me

[Kthx]

Man, perfect day to have a light load at work, get to relax and chill before the game starts. Gonna be tired tomorrow though. Lets get em.

[ThaShark316]

Originally Posted by HOU-TEX

Maybe it's just me, but I'm getting a not so good vibe about this game for some reason. I know we out match them in practically everything, but man, that feeling in my gut is getting to me

The Oilers really did a number on you, huh?

[DX-TEX]

Originally Posted by ThaShark316

The Oilers really did a number on you, huh?

I've had the same vibe for a week now.

[BeerTastesLikeVictory]

Originally Posted by DX-TEX

I've had the same vibe for a week now.

Same here, but I've had that vibe since week 3 so pay no attention to me. It's just PTSD from past seasons.

[Marcus]

Originally Posted by ThaShark316

The Oilers really did a number on you, huh?

Yes, they did. I admit it. Probably will be that way for the rest of my frickin life.

[Thorn]

Originally Posted by Marcus

Yes, they did. I admit it. Probably will be that way for the rest of my frickin life.

Until the confidence is earned, it is given sometimes grudgingly. I know the feeling. I am getting to the point where our defense has earned my confidence that they can most assuredly do a number on the Jets offense. However, I am not to the point yet this season where I trust complete our offense and most especially I don't trust our special teams further than I can throw them.

[Señor Stan]

Originally Posted by Marcus

Yes, they did. I admit it. Probably will be that way for the rest of my frickin life.

I hear ya.

Next Man Up cured some of that. Continued 20pt victories are helping as well.

When the other team's best chance for victory is "well hey, on any given Sunday in the NFL" or in this case, "it's Monday Night Football!" then I feel pretty good.