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Don't know if this is old news or new news. Just read bottom line that said Savage will start against Cincinnati
A team with the #4 passing defense (after last week), #5 scoring defense. And say what you want but no they didn't quit. You saying that shows how small you are with your Weeden obsession. You weren't here before he got here and you won't be here when he's gone. Thankfully
Tom Salvage showed better composure in the pocket and better vision on the field. He can make all the throws and looked as accurate as oz (if not better.) He's been in this offense longer and should know it at least as well as oz. He has all the tools to be the long term answer. One can hope. I'd still invest in a qb in the draft.
A team with the #4 passing defense (after last week), #5 scoring defense. And say what you want but no they didn't quit. You saying that shows how small you are with your Weeden obsession. You weren't here before he got here and you won't be here when he's gone. Thankfully
I have the Jags at #27 with allowing 25.6 points per game. Their defense isn't nearly as good as some make them out to be, the pass defense (and Bortles' stats) is mostly a product of the game being over by halftime.
It's almost laughable. The best QB on the Texans is Brandon Weeden, who hasn't played a down this season. In fact, O'Brien hasn't even suited him up yet.
If the Texans are serious in advancing in the post season, they'll start Weeden. As for Savage, he couldn't even throw a TD pass against the 2nd worst team in the NFL, a team that quit in the 2nd half yesterday.
Are you related to Weeden? Is this another case of Hulk75?![]()
Don't remember where I got #5 scoring defense but regardless their defense isn't the reason for their 2 win season
Certainly not, their offense is just plain sad. I just didn't want it to be assumed that the Jags came in with a great defense that we earned our way against - they're at best a bottom half defense.
Certainly not, their offense is just plain sad. I just didn't want it to be assumed that the Jags came in with a great defense that we earned our way against - they're at best a bottom half defense.
HOF is a massive stretch, but yeah, he's really goodTheir linebackers are great and as handsy as Ramsey is,he'll be a hof'er. Their defense may not be great but they have the talent to be really good. No small obstacle.
Projected 2017 starter: Brock Osweiler
Osweiler was benched Sunday, but it's going to be tough for the Texans to move on after this season, as I explained here. The short version: He'd cost too much against the 2017 salary cap, and the earliest they'd likely move on is before the 2018 season, when releasing him wouldn't hurt their cap.
So I think the Texans stick with Osweiler for next season and have him compete with whoever is on the roster, which could include a high draft pick.
HOF is a massive stretch, but yeah, he's really good
First off, things can change quickly with more film on Savage, but Savage came off the bench playing from behind and with less practice time with the starters than BO. I think the coming week should be very telling is Savage starts.
What amazes me was that the O-Line looked completely different with Savage in. It was very strange.
I'll wait until this season is done before I start to plan, in earnest, for next year.Projected 2017 starter: Brock Osweiler
Osweiler was benched Sunday, but it's going to be tough for the Texans to move on after this season, as I explained here. The short version: He'd cost too much against the 2017 salary cap, and the earliest they'd likely move on is before the 2018 season, when releasing him wouldn't hurt their cap.
So I think the Texans stick with Osweiler for next season and have him compete with whoever is on the roster, which could include a high draft pick.
Per SporTrac, Savage will be under contract through 2017. He will be owed all of $765K next year. That's also the last year of Osweiler's guaranteed money. So if Savage actually works out to be a long term answer, they can just flip what they gave Osweiler to Savage and, hopefully, be grooming a fresh, new (and cheap) draft pick QB for the future.The Texans are in a good bit of trouble because they blew so much dough on Beanpole. What happens when Savage demands to be paid the way his backup is paid?
YESTERDAY VS the JAGS
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We'll see how he finishes the year. Right now I still think this team needs a franchise qb.
But at least I can find something fun about watching the Texans again.
Amazing! This is why Savage is the answer. Our craptastic Swiss cheese o-line is actually a benefit for Savage.
Someone a hell of a lot smarter than I am is going to to have explain that one to me.
Amazing! This is why Savage is the answer. Our craptastic Swiss cheese on-line is actually a benefit for Savage. For Brock he folded like a cheap beach umbrella and fell down. I'm so excited for Texans football for the first time in years!
I do think he is a case study on how patience is an asset with developing QB's though. It used to be that you would get a young QB and he would sit for 2-3 years. Nowadays the pressure from the media and fans forces teams to throw young QB's into the fire or risk their jobs because of the quick trigger that is attached to HC jobs now.
Savage was raw when he came out of college and it was unanimous among scouts that he needed time to develop. 3 years later and it was blatantly obvious how much more comfortable he was running the offense than Osweiler was. Remember how overwhelmed he looked as a rookie when forced into the Colts game because of injury? Amazing what some time can do for a young guy.
It's almost laughable. The best QB on the Texans is Brandon Weeden, who hasn't played a down this season. In fact, O'Brien hasn't even suited him up yet.
If the Texans are serious in advancing in the post season, they'll start Weeden. As for Savage, he couldn't even throw a TD pass against the 2nd worst team in the NFL, a team that quit in the 2nd half yesterday.
I'll wait until this season is done before I start to plan, in earnest, for next year.
Don't get me wrong, Smith and the scouting staff better be getting film and putting together scouting reports on what QBs should be on our 2017 draft board as we speak.
But, if I'm O'Brien I'm trying to win a division and get somewhere in the playoffs right now.
It's interesting to look back at his NFL.com Draft Profile:After re-watching the game, my hope is back.
I think I like Savage a lot, now.
He's a totally different QB than the one from 3 years ago.
I'd have to pour over the game film some more, but so far I like it quite much.
I don't want to jump for joy yet; however, I will say that I'm more impressed than watching it live.
At the very least, it looks like Savage had been putting in a lot of work to improve himself, and he's making good stride.
Interesting, and sometimes entertaining, thoughts on Savage in this post. It made me think of a future scenario, that, if it happened, would be fantastic and somewhat hilarious! Can you imagine if Savage took the Texans to the Super Bowl and they won! That would make BO the 1st QB to be benched in back-to-back seasons and have 2 SB rings!![]()
PreciselyPer SporTrac, Savage will be under contract through 2017. He will be owed all of $765K next year. That's also the last year of Osweiler's guaranteed money. So if Savage actually works out to be a long term answer, they can just flip what they gave Osweiler to Savage and, hopefully, be grooming a fresh, new (and cheap) draft pick QB for the future.
Oh and I'd keep Weeden for the #2 man while the draft pick learns this system.
After re-watching the game, my hope is back.
I think I like Savage a lot, now.
He's a totally different QB than the one from 3 years ago.
I'd have to pour over the game film some more, but so far I like it quite much.
I don't want to jump for joy yet; however, I will say that I'm more impressed than watching it live.
At the very least, it looks like Savage had been putting in a lot of work to improve himself, and he's making good stride.
Yes, it does look like he had improved each of his areas of weakness.It's interesting to look back at his NFL.com Draft Profile:
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Analysis
Strengths
Terrific size. Sets with balance. Easy, compact, high three-quarters release. Spins a catchable ball. Excellent arm strength to complete NFL throws -- capable of sticking outs from the deep hash or launching balls 60 yards on the money. Experience in pro-style offense. Smart and hardworking. Solid personal and football character. Has tools to work with. Team captain.
Weaknesses
Needs to speed up his clock and show better awareness in the pocket. Needs to quicken his eyes, expand his field vision and learn to manipulate safeties. Tends to stare down his target. Forces some throws into traffic. Erratic accuracy. Slow of foot -- not a scramble threat. Can improve play-action fake. Had some duds -- struggled against Florida State, Virginia and Virginia Tech. Mental toughness needs to be looked into.
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He's always had notable strengths. Now over the last 3 years, he looks to have possibly grown out of most of weaknesses................with more room to grow. The next game is bound to help better determine which direction he is headed.
That would crazy epic and I'd love it.