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beerlover

beerlover

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consensus is expect the Texans to select another RB in the 09 draft. so which prospects are your favorite fits for Gibbs ZBS? I'm reconstructing who I feel not only fit but offer the most upside to compliment Steve Slaton going forward, within the division & everyone available in the latter rounds. maybe a breakdown round by round would be usefull, feel free to be creative & lets see if anyone here can make the right call :phone:
 
TexansSeminole

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The guys I like the best for Gibbs' system despite projected draft positioning (in no particular order):

Knowshown Moreno, Glen Coffee, James Davis, Shonn Green, Jeremiah Johnson, Andre Brown, Shun White

Other people would probably be better at determining where they should go in the draft.
 
beerlover

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TexansSeminole said:
The guys I like the best for Gibbs' system despite projected draft positioning (in no particular order):

Knowshown Moreno, Glen Coffee, James Davis, Shonn Green, Jeremiah Johnson, Andre Brown, Shun White

Other people would probably be better at determining where they should go in the draft.
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excellent names some higher picks some later ones. so which one is most likely to be in the Texans future backfield? for a change I'll take some ownership & try to keep track......
 
TexansSeminole

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beerlover said:
excellent names some higher picks some later ones. so which one is most likely to be in the Texans future backfield? for a change I'll take some ownership & try to keep track......
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This is one of those drafts (like last year) where we just really need another RB, so it's hard to project which round we will use for the RB position. We could go 1st round RB or 5th round RB.

I feel like next year, with a new defensive staff and so many holes on defense, we will address defense for most of the picks in the draft and probably in the first two rounds.

Out of the guys I listed Glen Coffee, James Davis, Andre Brown, Shun White could all be there in the third I suppose. I'd be surprised if Jeremiah Johnson was available at our pick in the third.
 
beerlover

beerlover

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TexansSeminole said:
This is one of those drafts (like last year) where we just really need another RB, so it's hard to project which round we will use for the RB position. We could go 1st round RB or 5th round RB.

I feel like next year, with a new defensive staff and so many holes on defense, we will address defense for most of the picks in the draft and probably in the first two rounds.

Out of the guys I listed Glen Coffee, James Davis, Andre Brown, Shun White could all be there in the third I suppose. I'd be surprised if Jeremiah Johnson was available at our pick in the third.
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trust me I understand but given a choice (3rd/4th) Jeremiah would be your ideal selection if available?
 
beerlover

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Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
 
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DiehardChris

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Personally - I think the 3rd is too early to take our RB. We just have too many defensive holes. We're looking for a guy who will probably get a MAX of 10-12 carries.

The more I think about it, the more I think we're going to end up addressing it in free agency.
 
TexansSeminole

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DiehardChris said:
Personally - I think the 3rd is too early to take our RB. We just have too many defensive holes. We're looking for a guy who will probably get a MAX of 10-12 carries.

The more I think about it, the more I think we're going to end up addressing it in free agency.
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10 carries for 16 games is 160 carries on the season. That's alot of carries.
 
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DiehardChris

You betcha!
TexansSeminole said:
10 carries for 16 games is 160 carries on the season. That's alot of carries.
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No doubt. But I see no reason we can't get that guy in FA or later in the draft. I won't be pissed if they take an RB in the 3rd - I just think there will be better defensive value at that point (depending, of course, on what we get with our first two picks).

I'd love James Davis in the 4th. If they decide he's worth it in the 3rd, fine.
 
edo783

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I have to admit that I have only seen him play once and then only for a little over a quarter, but in their bowl game the RB Scott for LSU looked pretty good. Big guy that seems to have some speed. My guess is he would be a late round pick as I'm not seeing any buzz on him. Seemed to bang it in there pretty good for the amount of time I watched. Anyone know any thing about the the kid?
 
rarazz00

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I would take Arian Foster out of Tenn. in the 4th round...big size 6'1" 0ver 217lbs runs a 4.49 40 and drafting him in the 4th round for 10 to 15 carries a game wont break the bank...of course this is all contingent on him falling this far (projected round 3)
 
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steelbtexan

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If he comes out Keiland Williams would be an ideal pick in the 4th or 5th rd. He is currently backing up Scott @ LSU. He has more natural ability than Scott IMO.

I also like Gartrel Johnson in the 5th or 6th rd.
 
beerlover

beerlover

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Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th rd.

you know this is going to be alot of fun to look back on come April :)
 
steelbtexan

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Gartrel Johnson in the 5th

I would like to see us pick up a vet. RB in FA. Who do you like best?

Pittman or Jordan for me They are both good short yardage RB's
 
rarazz00

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beerlover said:
Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th rd.

you know this is going to be alot of fun to look back on come April :)
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Yes it is:smiliedance:
 
TexansSeminole

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Can't provide a link but I kind of remember hearing that Charles Scott was coming back for his senior year at LSU, but if not he would be a great pickup.
 
beerlover

beerlover

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Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th rd.
4) Kaiser Toro selects - Charles Scott, LSU 5-11 232 3rd rd.
5) steelbtexan selects - Gartrell Johnson, Colorado State 5-10 225 5th rd.

great picks, maybe not as good of class as last years draft but still some good depth in middle rounds
 
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rarazz00

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I would really like to aquire Rahad Jennings RB of Liberty, though expecting him to be there in the 4th rd w/ that speed is wishing:fans:
 
beerlover

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Anyone like Donald Brown, Connecticut 5-10 210? noon kick-off on ESPN 2 "The International Bowl" very productive #1 could easily split carries providing strong insurance @ RB position. power running style with good cut-back vision to find holes. will be interesting to see where the NFL's College Advisory Committee projects him drafted? my guess is mid 2nd but if he slips to the Texans 3rd rd. pick he could be in the mix. keys to watch will be how quick he hits the hole, downhill runner not expecting long speed, good footwork in short space, nose for endzone.
 
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painekiller

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beerlover said:
Anyone like Donald Brown, Connecticut 5-10 210? noon kick-off on ESPN 2 "The International Bowl" very productive #1 could easily split carries providing strong insurance @ RB position. power running style with good cut-back vision to find holes. will be interesting to see where the NFL's College Advisory Committee projects him drafted? my guess is mid 2nd but if he slips to the Texans 3rd rd. pick he could be in the mix. keys to watch will be how quick he hits the hole, downhill runner not expecting long speed, good footwork in short space, nose for endzone.
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Heard he was going back to school, otherwise I like him a lot.
 
beerlover

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painekiller said:
Heard he was going back to school, otherwise I like him a lot.
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I don't know about that sounds to me like he's coming out -

UConn coach Randy Edsall, in a press conference previewing the team's second-straight bowl game, said he recently submitted paperwork to the NFL's College Advisory Committee in order to gauge Brown's draft prospects. Edsall has also made phone calls to some NFL general managers and scouting directors. Before learning of Brown's seemingly firm decision, Edsall joked about the 5-foot-10, 210-pound back's intentions. "I've already told him I don't want him to go," Edsall said. But the coach thought, or more likely still thinks, that if Brown is projected to be selected early in the draft it would be difficult to return to school. "Depending on where he's slotted, it might be too good to pass up," Edsall said. Edsall said he plans on meeting with Brown and his parents in late January to update the family on what his NFL sources have told him. While he appreciates such information, Brown swears he has already made up his mind. "This is my decision," Brown said. "If I need advice, my parents can help. Coach Edsall is there, too. But when it comes down to it, it's my decision and my future." Brown is expected to graduate in May with a degree in exercise science. In addition to his studies, however, Brown says he has unfinished work to do on the football field. "I want to play in a BCS game, I want to play in the Orange Bowl," Brown said. Despite leading the nation by running for an average of 151.83 yards per game, Brown was not among the finalists for the Doak Walker Award. - Neill Ostrout, Connecticut Post
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b0ng

b0ng

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I'd like to put myself down for some Arian Foster from Tennessee in the 5th (I think his production this season will cause him to drop for some stupid reason).
 
Kaiser Toro

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beerlover said:
Anyone like Donald Brown, Connecticut 5-10 210? noon kick-off on ESPN 2 "The International Bowl" very productive #1 could easily split carries providing strong insurance @ RB position. power running style with good cut-back vision to find holes. will be interesting to see where the NFL's College Advisory Committee projects him drafted? my guess is mid 2nd but if he slips to the Texans 3rd rd. pick he could be in the mix. keys to watch will be how quick he hits the hole, downhill runner not expecting long speed, good footwork in short space, nose for endzone.
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His 40 yd TD run was on a zone stretch and he displayed exactly what your post mentioned.
 
nero THE zero

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If Donald Brown decides to come out (I thought he had decided to stay in for one more year) he is my hands down second round pick.

I had liked the idea of Shonn Greene at the same spot until I saw his bowl game. He seems like Ron Dayne redux; not nearly as excited about him now.

But, Donald Brown is the perfect fit for our offense and him and Slaton splitting carries is the perfect 2-headed monster we need.
 
Kaiser Toro

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nero THE zero said:
If Donald Brown decides to come out (I thought he had decided to stay in for one more year) he is my hands down second round pick.

I had liked the idea of Shonn Greene at the same spot until I saw his bowl game. He seems like Ron Dayne redux; not nearly as excited about him now.

But, Donald Brown is the perfect fit for our offense and him and Slaton splitting carries is the perfect 2-headed monster we need.
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Today is the first time I have seen him, but like what I have seen so far in limited snaps. Since I have a gardening show to watch shortly and a hike to take after I would like to hear other's thoughts. My concern, based on what I have seen and UCONN's MO is his blocking ability. Not that he cannot, but that they have one of the least utliized passing attacks in the country.
 
beerlover

beerlover

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Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th rd.
4) Kaiser Toro selects - Charles Scott, LSU 5-11 232 3rd rd.
5) steelbtexan selects - Gartrell Johnson, Colorado State 5-10 225 5th rd.
6) b0ng selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 5th rd.

is it just me, or does Donald Brown remind anyone of Matt Forte, Tulane 6-1 217? taken #44 by Chicago which just so happens to be about right where the Texans will pick in the 2nd rd. this year. that would set the backfield for the next 5-10 years.
 
Blake

Blake

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beerlover said:
Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th rd.
4) Kaiser Toro selects - Charles Scott, LSU 5-11 232 3rd rd.
5) steelbtexan selects - Gartrell Johnson, Colorado State 5-10 225 5th rd.
6) b0ng selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 5th rd.

is it just me, or does Donald Brown remind anyone of Matt Forte, Tulane 6-1 217? taken #44 by Chicago which just so happens to be about right where the Texans will pick in the 2nd rd. this year. that would set the backfield for the next 5-10 years.
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Shonn Greene, Iowa - 2nd Round.
Height: 5-11. Weight: 235.
 
beerlover

beerlover

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Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th rd.
4) Kaiser Toro selects - Charles Scott, LSU 5-11 232 3rd rd.
5) steelbtexan selects - Gartrell Johnson, Colorado State 5-10 225 5th rd.
6) b0ng selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 5th rd.
7) Super Mario selects - Shonn Greene, Iowa 5-11 235 2nd rd.
 
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mussop

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Where have you guys been? I have been pimpin Donald Brown for awhile now. Last I heard he was going back to school so I stopped talking about him.
 
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Mari-OWNED!

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beerlover said:
Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th rd.
4) Kaiser Toro selects - Charles Scott, LSU 5-11 232 3rd rd.
5) steelbtexan selects - Gartrell Johnson, Colorado State 5-10 225 5th rd.
6) b0ng selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 5th rd.
7) Super Mario selects - Shonn Greene, Iowa 5-11 235 2nd rd.
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You can put me down for Rashad Jennings out of Liberty in the 4th round. 6-1 232lbs.
 
Brandon420tx

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DiehardChris said:
Personally - I think the 3rd is too early to take our RB. We just have too many defensive holes. We're looking for a guy who will probably get a MAX of 10-12 carries.

The more I think about it, the more I think we're going to end up addressing it in free agency.
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Michael Friggin Pittman
 
beerlover

beerlover

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Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd. rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th. rd.
4) Kaiser Toro selects - Charles Scott, LSU 5-11 232 3rd. rd.
5) steelbtexan selects - Gartrell Johnson, Colorado State 5-10 225 5th. rd.
6) b0ng selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 5th. rd.
7) Super Mario selects - Shonn Greene, Iowa 5-11 235 2nd. rd.
8) Mari-OWNED! selects - Rashad Jennings, Liberty 6-1 232 4th. rd.
 
WesmanTexanfan

WesmanTexanfan

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i want a DE, that IS our biggest need in my oppinion. F a D coordinator(dont get me wrong, i love the firing) but a solid D line cuts 3 seconds off the time our secondary has to deffend....
 
Hottoddie

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I want to say Rashad Jennings as well, but I think we'll have to take him in the 3rd to get him. If we trade down from 15 we might be able to pick up an extra 3rd to take him with.

But, I'm going to officially go with a darkhorse selection & say we'll take Darrell Mack out of Utah in the 6th.
 
beerlover

beerlover

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Texans RB draft prediction thread-

1) TexansSeminole selects - James Davis, Clemson 5-11 210 3rd. rd.
2) Beerlover selects - Jeremiah Johnson, Oregon 5-09 208 3rd. rd.
3) rarazz00 selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 4th. rd.
4) Kaiser Toro selects - Charles Scott, LSU 5-11 232 3rd. rd.
5) steelbtexan selects - Gartrell Johnson, Colorado State 5-10 225 5th. rd.
6) b0ng selects - Arian Foster, Tennessee 6-1 216 5th. rd.
7) Super Mario selects - Shonn Greene, Iowa 5-11 235 2nd. rd.
8) Mari-OWNED! selects - Rashad Jennings, Liberty 6-1 232 4th. rd..
9) Hottoddie selects - Darrell Mack, Utah 5-11 220 6th. rd.
 
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LORK 88

LORK 88

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I'll say Cedric Peerman, Virginia for the time being. However, I wouldn't be surprised if we took James Davis if he slipped into the 4th round. I'll also predict we pick up Gartrell Johnson as a UDFA.
 
LonerATO

LonerATO

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I'll take Josh Vaughan Richmond 5th round for 400 please. The cat has power and he can cut pretty well and on a side note I also like Johnson
 
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