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Hard knocks baby!!!

I need to find someplace to watch Texans episode.

Not buying HBO just for one hour.

I wonder if anyone is posting them on YouTube behind "hidden"/private links?
 
Playoffs said:
I need to find someplace to watch Texans episode.

Not buying HBO just for one hour.

I wonder if anyone is posting them on YouTube behind "hidden"/private links?
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What's your cable provider? Call them up, tell them you're thinking about adding HBO, and ask if they can give you a free trial of a month or two. They most likely will say yes.
 
Blake said:
I do agree with others that Mike Smith keeps talking about how they are tough, but it just isnt working. He has this really nice grandpa look to him. And his players obviously arent buying that they are tough because the Texans just knocked the snot out of them.
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The Falcons remind me of the Texans under Kubiak a few years ago: milquetoast coach, some talent on the team, but, all talk.

The sad thing is, I'd take their QB in a heart beat...
 
houstonspartan said:
The Falcons remind me of the Texans under Kubiak a few years ago: milquetoast coach, some talent on the team, but, all talk.

The sad thing is, I'd take their QB in a heart beat...
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For the love of all that is holy, being boring at a press conference doesn't mean someone has the same demeanor as a coach. Kubiak by all reports from the team and insiders was no milquetoast at all.
 
infantrycak said:
For the love of all that is holy, being boring at a press conference doesn't mean someone has the same demeanor as a coach. Kubiak by all reports from the team and insiders was no milquetoast at all.
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I never said anything about Kubiak's press conferences. Nor about his not looking at field goals. Nor about any other trivial things people have held against Kubiak.

What I am saying, is that his message stopped getting through; and it appears that, on the surface, the same thing is going on with the Falcons. No, I do not work for the Falcons, and do not know what's going on, or what Mike Smith is like. I am saying, however, that based on what they've shown, Smith reminds me of Kubiak. That is all.

Clear enough? Sorry to offend you by calling out Kubiak.
 
houstonspartan said:
I never said anything about Kubiak's press conferences. Nor about his not looking at field goals. Nor about any other trivial things people have held against Kubiak.

What I am saying, is that his message stopped getting through; and it appears that, on the surface, the same thing is going on with the Falcons. No, I do not work for the Falcons, and do not know what's going on, or what Mike Smith is like. I am saying, however, that based on what they've shown, Smith reminds me of Kubiak. That is all.

Clear enough? Sorry to offend you by calling out Kubiak.
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You didn't offend me in the least.

The point is what the public sees of a coach and how he is around the players is often very different and that was the case with Kubiak. Not the same situation with Smith where you are getting a look at his coaching persona.
 
infantrycak said:
You didn't offend me in the least.

The point is what the public sees of a coach and how he is around the players is often very different and that was the case with Kubiak. Not the same situation with Smith where you are getting a look at his coaching persona.
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We've been told by the players themselves how different O'Brien is than Kubiak, both on the field and off. I'm sure Kubiak got upset at times - that doesn't make him a tough guy or intense head coach
 
gtexan02 said:
We've been told by the players themselves how different O'Brien is than Kubiak, both on the field and off. I'm sure Kubiak got upset at times - that doesn't make him a tough guy or intense head coach
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Have you ever heard a single player in all your NFL observation describe a new HC as anything like a fired HC?
 
O’Brien can also be intense. For a team that was often too soft in recent seasons and was plagued by poor execution in 2013, having a fiery, loud coach has initially shaken up the Texans.

“It’s something that was needed around this place,” Johnson said.
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http://blog.chron.com/ultimatetexan...exans-need-bill-obriens-loud-fire/#25408101=0

Seems Dre is implying that it wasn't something they had before.

Personally, I don't care about a coach's demeanor.

Is he a good head coach or not? In Kubiak's case, my opinion is no. Great offensive mind. Not a good head coach. JMO.
 
I don't know about demeanor, but Kubiak's gameplans and inability to make meaningful adjustments is the definition of "milquetoast": timid, meek, or unassertive.

His team's personae was often milquetoast against superior teams (i.e. "especially one who is easily dominated or intimidated"). It is often said that teams take on the personae of their head coach, and their dismal record against winning teams for 8 years says it all.
 
Double Barrel said:
I don't know about demeanor, but Kubiak's gameplans and inability to make meaningful adjustments is the definition of "milquetoast": timid, meek, or unassertive.

His team's personae was often milquetoast against superior teams (i.e. "especially one who is easily dominated or intimidated"). It is often said that teams take on the personae of their head coach, and their dismal record against winning teams for 8 years says it all.
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One of the most amazing things about this team over the last 8 years is how, when faced with a strong opponent or big stage (Sunday Night, Monday Night, Thursday Night) this team completely and utterly folded. It was truly amazing to watch.
 
Anyone else have the sneaking suspicion/feeling that the Texans get tagged for Hard Knocks next season since the league is force feeding it? We've never been on, won't have the "first year head coach" out and if we have a decent showing this season, I see us as being a prime candidate.

I wouldn't mind seeing what they "kinda" look like behind closed doors.
 
drs23 said:
Anyone else have the sneaking suspicion/feeling that the Texans get tagged for Hard Knocks next season since the league is force feeding it? We've never been on, won't have the "first year head coach" out and if we have a decent showing this season, I see us as being a prime candidate.

I wouldn't mind seeing what they "kinda" look like behind closed doors.
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Ha! Last night, while in the middle of watching, the following thought randomly jumped into my head: we're next.

Yep, our turn is coming. We're the newest team in the NFL, and no one knows about us, behind the scenes. And, next year we'll still be in "development" mode, trying to figure out the QB situation, etc.

We're next.
 
drs23 said:
Anyone else have the sneaking suspicion/feeling that the Texans get tagged for Hard Knocks next season since the league is force feeding it? We've never been on, won't have the "first year head coach" out and if we have a decent showing this season, I see us as being a prime candidate.

I wouldn't mind seeing what they "kinda" look like behind closed doors.
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Could happen, but I would expect major lobbying/incentives added. Houston gets a Super Bowl if they do it or extra prime time games. Oddly enough, Mr. McNair will have a huge say in this and might just give it a go for the extra media coverage. Especially if the Texan's rebound this year to a decent record. 6+ wins, I'm all in. LOL
 
DocBar said:
Could happen, but I would expect major lobbying/incentives added. Houston gets a Super Bowl if they do it or extra prime time games. Oddly enough, Mr. McNair will have a huge say in this and might just give it a go for the extra media coverage. Especially if the Texan's rebound this year to a decent record. 6+ wins, I'm all in. LOL
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We are already getting a Super Bowl.
 
Scooter said:
haven't the texans turned down hard knocks a time or two already?
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As stated, yes, under Kubiak.

It's no longer an option.

If there are no volunteers then the league will "volunteer" for you.

I think it'll be us.*







Four paragraphs in memory of GP. :kitten:
 
drs23 said:
As stated, yes, under Kubiak.

It's no longer an option.

If there are no volunteers then the league will "volunteer" for you.

I think it'll be us.*







Four paragraphs in memory of GP. :kitten:
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We're immune from being volunteered if we have been to the playoffs within the last two years, so we are eligible if we do not get in this year.
 
xtruroyaltyx said:
I liked the episode...Didn't have any problem with Swearinger either...

In fact I LOVED it..
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So, I guess you don't have a problem with him getting the 15 yard flags? Causing his defense to stay on the field?

Eh, the dude's mouth writes checks that his play can't cash imo.
 
HOU-TEX said:
So, I guess you don't have a problem with him getting the 15 yard flags? Causing his defense to stay on the field?

Eh, the dude's mouth writes checks that his play can't cash imo.
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His mouth didn't get him any penalty flags.

And I like him as a player and think he will be good this year. That aside, he was all in the Falcons players heads.

He had Douglas taking a swing at him in practice. Roddy White and Julio dropping passes. They were so consumed with him they were even on the sideline talking about him. And then he comes up and makes the big hit on Julio and almost came up with a pick on another play.

No, I don't have any issue with having a firecracker back there on the back end. Ultimately, his play on the field is what will keep him on the field, but if he can turn into a good player, then I welcome that attitude. He's not backing down from anyone and he's going to have his teammates backs and he's going to be hated by opponents. I LOVE it.

Football matters a lot to him. Fans clamor for players with passion and ferocity all the time. Dude likes to play football, hit people, beat down opponents and talk ****. He provides an edge that football teams need.

You should go over to the Falcons board and here them talking about how Swearinger punked their soft team and how they wished they had a guy like him.
 
xtruroyaltyx said:
His mouth didn't get him any penalty flags.

And I like him as a player and think he will be good this year. That aside, he was all in the Falcons players heads.

He had Douglas taking a swing at him in practice. Roddy White and Julio dropping passes. They were so consumed with him they were even on the sideline talking about him. And then he comes up and makes the big hit on Julio and almost came up with a pick on another play.

No, I don't have any issue with having a firecracker back there on the back end. Ultimately, his play on the field is what will keep him on the field, but if he can turn into a good player, then I welcome that attitude. He's not backing down from anyone and he's going to have his teammates backs and he's going to be hated by opponents. I LOVE it.

Football matters a lot to him. Fans clamor for players with passion and ferocity all the time. Dude likes to play football, hit people, beat down opponents and talk ****. He provides an edge that football teams need.

You should go over to the Falcons board and here them talking about how Swearinger punked their soft team and how they wished they had a guy like him.
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He accounted for his fair share of dumb penalties as a rookie last year. Given he's a year in, I'd assume we'll see more of the same.

I'm all for that firecracker you're talking about. It's a matter of being smart about it. Taunting after a hit is not being smart. Doing a useless celebration with a teammate after a play is not smart. I'm totally for ferocity, especially on defense. Heck, Deion Sanders trash talked more than anyone I've seen and rarely cost him team by being dumb. Until Rison came along lol

I'm hoping he'll learn the limits and get right. More importantly, I'm hoping his coverage skills catch up to the mouth
 
Swearinger had 4 penalties last year:

1 face mask
1 defensive holding
1 taunting
1 unnecessary roughness

http://www.nflpenalties.com/all-players.php

The flag he got for taunting was in the Jacksonville game right before Kubiak got fired. Antonio Smith used to be involved in a lot of things too.

Go look at some of the penalties by players. Swearinger wasn't even close to being a flag magnet for this team. That's one flag every 4 games.

Duane Brown had 7 penalties with one being a personal foul and one for taunting.


I can't convince anyone to like Swearinger and that's not what I'm trying to do. All I did was write why I do like him. And if he doesn't live up to what I expect of him with his play, then I'll sour on him as a player...but not because of his talking and histrionics.
 
disaacks3 said:
It definitely did last year. Taunting calls are all about his mouth.
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Taunting

Definition

A form of unsportsmanlike conduct. Includes any "prolonged and premeditated celebrations" by players including those that use props such as the end zone pylon in a touchdown celebration.

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I don't think it was his mouth. I think it was him getting in the guys face and being all demonstrative. He pointed the guy towards the sideline as well.
 
xtruroyaltyx said:
His mouth didn't get him any penalty flags.

And I like him as a player and think he will be good this year. That aside, he was all in the Falcons players heads.

He had Douglas taking a swing at him in practice. Roddy White and Julio dropping passes. They were so consumed with him they were even on the sideline talking about him. And then he comes up and makes the big hit on Julio and almost came up with a pick on another play.

No, I don't have any issue with having a firecracker back there on the back end. Ultimately, his play on the field is what will keep him on the field, but if he can turn into a good player, then I welcome that attitude. He's not backing down from anyone and he's going to have his teammates backs and he's going to be hated by opponents. I LOVE it.

Football matters a lot to him. Fans clamor for players with passion and ferocity all the time. Dude likes to play football, hit people, beat down opponents and talk ****. He provides an edge that football teams need.

You should go over to the Falcons board and here them talking about how Swearinger punked their soft team and how they wished they had a guy like him.
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It's all about punkness, punkosity, and depunking yourself...

#Broncos' Rahim Moore: "This just shows you that the #Texans, they’re not going to back down. They’re no punks and neither are we." #NFL
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I love Swearinger. I think he's gonna be a helluva player. Yeah he miss alot of tackle. But that also shows he has the instinct and talent to get to the area of plays. That's much harder to teach than tackle.

And his mouth. I kind of like it. My friend who's a Falcons fan, is Roddy White biggest fan. He watched Hard knocks with me and saw Roddy on the bench expressed frustration by #36, something he never saw anybody did in all the years he watched the Falcons game. He said to me, "Man, my boy Rod, getting own by the one thing he's always been good at, and that's talking. I always thought his speed would decline first, not his mouth."
 
klockWork said:
I love Swearinger. I think he's gonna be a helluva player. Yeah he miss alot of tackle. But that also shows he has the instinct and talent to get to the area of plays. That's much harder to teach than tackle.

And his mouth. I kind of like it. My friend who's a Falcons fan, is Roddy White biggest fan. He watched Hard knocks with me and saw Roddy on the bench expressed frustration by #36, something he never saw anybody did in all the years he watched the Falcons game. He said to me, "Man, my boy Rod, getting own by the one thing he's always been good at, and that's talking. I always thought his speed would decline first, not his mouth."
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I like Swearinger. Yes his penalties last year got on my nerves, but, a lot of that is on the coaches. He should have been benched in that second Jax game. He was a mess. But, that's ok, because the next day, McNair "benched" the head coach - for good.
 
I don't mind DJ talking, but he's gotta back it up. You can tell he's extremely passionate about the game, he's constantly trying to fire up the guys on the team.
 
Vinny said:
I'd like Swearinger better if he played as well as he talked.
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Best quote of the show was from a Falcon's player to the effect of: He talks a lot but he doesn't make any plays

I loved the episode. Really enjoyed seeing the personal side of the NFL. I felt terrible for Baker after seeing him go down with that patellar tendon tear and am cheering for the Dutch kid to make the team
 
gtexan02 said:
Best quote of the show was from a Falcon's player to the effect of: He talks a lot but he doesn't make any plays

I loved the episode. Really enjoyed seeing the personal side of the NFL. I felt terrible for Baker after seeing him go down with that patellar tendon tear and am cheering for the Dutch kid to make the team
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Lol isn't this his 2nd year in the league? Give the man some time to prove himself.
 
Vinny said:
I'd like Swearinger better if he played as well as he talked.
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Gawd...he would be voted into the HOF before he even retired! :toropalm:

Originally Posted by cstyle42
Lol isn't this his 2nd year in the league? Give the man some time to prove himself.
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Maybe he should give himself to prove himself before flapping his gums all the time? That kind of stuff works both ways.
 
DocBar said:
Gawd...he would be voted into the HOF before he even retired! :toropalm:

Maybe he should give himself to prove himself before flapping his gums all the time? That kind of stuff works both ways.
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Talking trash goes both ways too dude it's football everyone doesn't play without talking back or generally talking. Different personalities are okay as long as everyone has each others back and are operating as one team.
 
Blake said:
I loved it. Texans got more air time than I thought they would. JJ Watt looked scary as **** with his introduction. Schooled Matthews and then said he would be a good little tackle someday. They made Clowney look awesome with his pair of plays, and DJ talked a lot of ****, but at least DJ didn't retaliate when Harry Douglas took a swing at him. Then DJ lit up Julio to end the starters segment. A lot about Yates coming back to Houston, he looked like poo in the game.

I do agree with others that Mike Smith keeps talking about how they are tough, but it just isnt working. He has this really nice grandpa look to him. And his players obviously arent buying that they are tough because the Texans just knocked the snot out of them.
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LOL

That really stood out to me. He dominated him and all he had to say about it was "You have a good little player, he going to be a good little tackle someday" he used the word little I'm sure like three times.

It's great to have a player that other players respect and fear that much and that intro was something out of a movie.
 
I just watched the episode. One thing I noticed was Mike Tice & the commentator both said Watt didn't play. I was pretty sure he played the first series and had a sack..
 
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