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QB's always wear different color jerseys in practice.

From most high schools all the way to the pros.

During regular practices the Texans QB's have been wearing the luv ya bluish color jersey's and in the joint practice they wore red to make it extra clear not to hit them.
 
Texansballer74 said:
So again why is Bryce wearing a different jersey than his teammates?

Nothing is wrong with CJ right now. So no you’re not keeping it real.
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Texansballer74 said:
Naw buddy you’re trying to make it out to be something else. Remember you’re keeping it real.
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I hope you're not posting in response to my initial post, thinking that I am implying a Stroud injury put him in a red jersey. I certainly know that in these practices it is typical to have the QB in general be protected from getting hit. My post was only meant to point out that a QB will undoubtedly play more loosely under those circumstances than if they know that they can be hit or sacked...........I didn't in any way mean to imply anything else.
 
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That's pretty much SOP. Both QB's had that same advantage. If the observation is that QB's have a bit more advantage during a controlled scrimmage than in a game, I can buy that.

But Bryce would be the same, and all QB's would be the same, so it's still apples to apples. It's not like CJ has a special advantage.

That said, no harm no foul guys. Let's move on please.

Heard the o-line looked pretty good today. Other than that, I've been very busy at work, so if anyone has anything else to share, feel free!
 
Porky said:
That's pretty much SOP. Both QB's had that same advantage. If the observation is that QB's have a bit more advantage during a controlled scrimmage than in a game, I can buy that.

But Bryce would be the same, and all QB's would be the same, so it's still apples to apples. It's not like CJ has a special advantage.

That said, no harm no foul guys. Let's move on please.

Heard the o-line looked pretty good today. Other than that, I've been very busy at work, so if anyone has anything else to share, feel free!
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Nope! Cloak must burn at the stake, "Someone get the pitchforks!!!"
 
Porky said:
That's pretty much SOP. Both QB's had that same advantage. If the observation is that QB's have a bit more advantage during a controlled scrimmage than in a game, I can buy that.

But Bryce would be the same, and all QB's would be the same, so it's still apples to apples. It's not like CJ has a special advantage.

That said, no harm no foul guys. Let's move on please.

Heard the o-line looked pretty good today. Other than that, I've been very busy at work, so if anyone has anything else to share, feel free!
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That was my only point.
 
JB said:
So, Hutch is on the probable trade or cut list?
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I've given up guessing what they're going to do. Metchie showing up strong in the last couple of practices makes the decision unpredictable. If it were me, I'd have to fall back on what these receivers have done in games, not their potential, which would mean keeping Hutch and cutting Metchie.
 
paycheck71 said:
OR!... I don't know, hear me out here... He reacted/cried like someone who cared about his teammates/coworkers/friends... And didn't just move on like a heartless POS to the next target... Not that I'm calling anyone a heartless POS, just making a stupid point, like this dumb argument calls for.
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One guy acted differently than the 50 other players on the field that day.
 
thunderkyss said:
One guy acted differently than the 50 other players on the field that day.
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We live in a society where men are not allowed to be emotional, show weakness or shed a tear. A large percentage of adult men suffer depression and or other mental illness'. I see nothing wrong with this young man who wears his emotions on his sleeve rather than bottling them up. Kudos to him.
 
thunderkyss said:
One guy acted differently than the 50 other players on the field that day.
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I don't think that's what was reported. Pendergast said other players walked off to gain their composure after Jordan went down. Jordan was screaming in pain/frustration after the injury. Of course, CJ's reaction is all that anyone cares about.

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Reporters on the scene at Houston training camp detailed the difficult scene as players across the roster stood (and kneeled) in stunned silence. Houston head coach DeMeco Ryans gathered the team after Jordan exited the field, and for a brief period, a number of players, including Stroud, regrouped before returning to play.
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thunderkyss said:
One guy acted differently than the 50 other players on the field that day.
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That’s false every player out there felt a certain way. Janice and Cal talked about this just the other day. She said it’s a very good thing that the team felt a certain way after their brother sustained another season ending injury. She also said that it’s a testament of Ryan’s coaching and character. Paraphrasing
 
JB said:
Conclusions- jump at 'em!
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Texansballer74 said:
That’s false every player out there felt a certain way. Janice and Cal talked about this just the other day. She said it’s a very good thing that the team felt a certain way after their brother sustained another season ending injury. She also said that it’s a testament of Ryan’s coaching and character. Paraphrasing
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You're blinded,

Is there something wrong with seeing how the great QB's from the past reacted when a teammate got injured and wish CJ would react the same way the greats do?
 
steelbtexan said:
You're blinded,

Is there something wrong with seeing how the great QB's from the past reacted when a teammate got injured and wish CJ would react the same way the greats do?
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I think I'm in between you and CJ age wise, so let me see if I can bridge the gap...

In the past it was considered less manly to cry in general. Also, men didn't think women should work and should be barefoot, pregnant and in the kitchen. Some people are still stuck in those old school ways.
Many younger people don't see a man crying as the taboo that it once was. There are many older people who never felt that way and/or understand that over time things change. When I grew up you didn't see so many young men wearing nail polish. But now there are several young men and athletes that do this. You and I don't have to understand it, but their peers do.

The old-school greats were respected because of their work ethic and how they produced on game day. They also had their teammates’ backs. CJ showing emotion when one goes down is doing exactly that—he’s just not hiding it behind a stone face. If anything, he’s showing the same loyalty, just without pretending it doesn’t hurt. I don't recall actual tears from Brady when a teammate got hurt, but he did OFTEN sulk, throw fits and hang his head when things weren't going well. That is something that can lower morale--The QB and the best player, sulking. But he's the GOAT despite all that.

A few days ago Travis Kelce talked about how he cried and pleaded during a pre draft interview because he wanted that team to draft him

Some norms change over time.

But things like showing up to work, preparing the right way, being loyal and caring...and most of all PRODUCING....

Those things will always be the main traits that teammates and people in general will respect.
 
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xtruroyaltyx said:
I think I'm in between you and CJ age wise, so let me see if I can bridge the gap...

In the past it was considered less manly to cry in general. Also, men didn't think women should work and should be barefoot, pregnant and in the kitchen. Some people are still stuck in those old school ways.
Many younger people don't see a man crying as the taboo that it once was. There are many older people who never felt that way and/or understand that over time things change. When I grew up you didn't see so many young men wearing nail polish. But now there are several young men and athletes that do this. You and I don't have to understand it, but their peers do.

The old-school greats were respected because of their work ethic and how they produced on game day. They also had their teammates’ backs. CJ showing emotion when one goes down is doing exactly that—he’s just not hiding it behind a stone face. If anything, he’s showing the same loyalty, just without pretending it doesn’t hurt. I don't recall actual tears from Brady when a teammate got hurt, but he did OFTEN sulk, throw fits and hang his head when things weren't going well. That is something that can lower morale--The QB and the best player, sulking. But he's the GOAT despite all that.

A few days ago Travis Kelce talked about how he cried and pleaded during a pre draft interview because he wanted that team to draft him

Some norms change over time.

But things like showing up to work, preparing the right way, being loyal and caring...and most of all PRODUCING....

Those things will always be the main traits that teammates and people in general will respect.
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For the record I dont think like your 1st paragraph.

CJ's 1 o1 when it comes to QB's and acting like this.
 
Joint practice notes from The Athletic.

www.nytimes.com

Panthers-Texans joint practice: Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud stay connected

Panthers safety Tre'von Moehrig brought the heat on Thursday. Houston players didn’t like it, but Moehrig didn’t particularly care.
www.nytimes.com www.nytimes.com
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At various times Thursday morning, C.J. Stroud and Bryce Young were firing passes on adjacent fields almost in unison. Both quarterbacks had some good moments; each also threw end zone interceptions.

Through the good and the bad, the two quarterbacks from Southern California and former AAU basketball rivals remain linked, and will stay that way for the rest of their NFL days and beyond.
“I know how hard he worked to get here,” Young said. “I’ve followed his journey as a fan, a friend, as a brother through everything. To see where he’s at now, I’m super proud. It means a lot. I’m always rooting for him. That’s my guy. And I’m sure he’d say the same. When practice is going, I’m rooting for the defense. I’m hoping we make every play. But before and after, I try not to take it for granted. Us being able to live our dreams (and) be here, it’s special.”
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Stroud watched Young deal with some early adversity as a pro but said he remains one of the best quarterbacks he’s ever seen.

“For us, it’s the same — seeing a friend, seeing a brother, hoping they do well. It’s pretty normal,” Stroud said. “We see each other all the time in the offseason. His parents are friends with my mom. It’s been great. We’re really building a brotherhood.”

Panthers coach Dave Canales, another SoCal native, said Stroud and Young are both charismatic leaders and accurate throwers who can extend plays out of the pocket.

“You’re talking about two first-class guys that are leaders of their team,” he said. “These guys have a lot of respect for each other. They’ve known each other for a really long time. Both Southern California kids, the cradle of quarterbacks. They have that connection, they also have that competitive edge where they push each other from afar.”
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Like the Panthers’ practice with the Cleveland Browns last week, Thursday featured a lot of work between the starters, but not a lot of extracurriculars. Canales said he respected the professionalism of Texans coach DeMeco Ryans and his team.

“They played so hard,” he said. “There was physical hits, great effort all across the field and done with class. I just really appreciated that part of it and excited about the work we were able to get in.”
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steelbtexan said:
You're blinded,

Is there something wrong with seeing how the great QB's from the past reacted when a teammate got injured and wish CJ would react the same way the greats do?
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Dude what are you talking about. I’m solely repeating what was said by Janice and Cal along with quite a few Houston media heads.

Like I said weeks ago you were waiting in the bushes for something to happen. Right on freaking Q
 
CloakNNNdagger said:
I hope you're not posting in response to my initial post, thinking that I am implying a Stroud injury put him in a red jersey. I certainly know that in these practices it is typical to have the QB in general be protected from getting hit. My post was only meant to point out that a QB will undoubtedly play more loosely under those circumstances than if they know that they can be hit or sacked...........I didn't in any way mean to imply anything else.
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Not going to beat this to death but confused. If a red jersey makes your performances more mitigated, post #804, then how does it at the same time make it more likely to play more loosely under those circumstances? Just wondering if you are saying QB’s are more conservative if they can be hit or sacked. I’d say they are feeling pressure in these drills. I don’t know but I hope CJ isn’t cowed by the rush after last year.
 
xtruroyaltyx said:
I think I'm in between you and CJ age wise, so let me see if I can bridge the gap...

In the past it was considered less manly to cry in general. Also, men didn't think women should work and should be barefoot, pregnant and in the kitchen. Some people are still stuck in those old school ways.
Many younger people don't see a man crying as the taboo that it once was. There are many older people who never felt that way and/or understand that over time things change. When I grew up you didn't see so many young men wearing nail polish. But now there are several young men and athletes that do this. You and I don't have to understand it, but their peers do.

The old-school greats were respected because of their work ethic and how they produced on game day. They also had their teammates’ backs. CJ showing emotion when one goes down is doing exactly that—he’s just not hiding it behind a stone face. If anything, he’s showing the same loyalty, just without pretending it doesn’t hurt. I don't recall actual tears from Brady when a teammate got hurt, but he did OFTEN sulk, throw fits and hang his head when things weren't going well. That is something that can lower morale--The QB and the best player, sulking. But he's the GOAT despite all that.

A few days ago Travis Kelce talked about how he cried and pleaded during a pre draft interview because he wanted that team to draft him

Some norms change over time.

But things like showing up to work, preparing the right way, being loyal and caring...and most of all PRODUCING....

Those things will always be the main traits that teammates and people in general will respect.
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Some guys cry & keep getting their butts whooped. That's Cj.

Other guys cry, then go out & whup ass. That's not Cj.

Sht happens & people change. Some change for the better, get stronger. Others stop fighting. I'm waiting to see which way Cj goes. Imo, it's not looking good for Cj.
 
Dejaview said:
Not going to beat this to death but confused. If a red jersey makes your performances more mitigated, post #804, then how does it at the same time make it more likely to play more loosely under those circumstances? Just wondering if you are saying QB’s are more conservative if they can be hit or sacked. I’d say they are feeling pressure in these drills. I don’t know but I hope CJ isn’t cowed by the rush after last yeaII
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I hope you are right.

But it doesn't change the situation in practices............When a QB does not worry about being hit by a train because he knows that the tracks diverge before it gets to him, he does not hear or react the same to "hoof beats."
 
CloakNNNdagger said:
I hope you are right.

But it doesn't change the situation in practices............When a QB does not worry about being hit by a train because he knows that the tracks diverge before it gets to him, he does not hear or react the same to "hoof beats."
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Agree to a large extent, and this is why CJ must play tomorrow. If it was me, he would get the entire first half so he has enough time to really warm up, get hit a few times, and get in the flow. I do not believe they will do that, but im hoping for 2-3 series….depending on the results and drive length.

The modern NFL worries so much about an injury in a preseason game, it sets up the guys to be injured or suffer poor performances in the first 2-3 games.
 
Porky said:
Agree to a large extent, and this is why CJ must play tomorrow. If it was me, he would get the entire first half so he has enough time to really warm up, get hit a few times, and get in the flow. I do not believe they will do that, but im hoping for 2-3 series….depending on the results and drive length.

The modern NFL worries so much about an injury in a preseason game, it sets up the guys to be injured or suffer poor performances in the first 2-3 games.
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It's important to keep in mind that the Panthers' defense was historically bad in 2024, ranking last in several key categories like total defense, rushing defense, and scoring defense. They allowed a record 534 points and were near the bottom in most defensive metrics. Reports that I have received is that not much change is expected this year.
 
TexanBorn51 said:
Latest this afternoon and follow up report on the Texans RBs without Mixon.

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Thanks for posting. Even before you posted this, as I've previously commented, I have been very skeptical regarding his long recovery. In my research, I have now discovered what is really going on besides a mild second high ankle [remember, his injury was reported early on this offseason as an "ankle/foot."]. Well, he has been seeing a well-known sports medicine podiatrist in Florida for extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) which in the foot is almost exclusively used for treating plantar fasciitis. This technique is not typically employed until 3-6 months of other conservative therapies that have not resolved the problem. I am now not surprised at all by his inability to return to the field in the initially proposed timeline.. When he can return and for how long is an open question, especially at his age and history of multiple notoriously chronic lower limb injuries
 
CloakNNNdagger said:
Thanks for posting. Even before you posted this, as I've previously commented, I have been very skeptical regarding his long recovery. In my research, I have now discovered what is really going on besides a mild second high ankle [remember, his injury was reported early on this offseason as an "ankle/foot."]. Well, he has been seeing a well-known sports medicine podiatrist in Florida for extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) which in the foot is almost exclusively used for treating plantar fasciitis. This technique is not typically employed until 3-6 months of other conservative therapies that have not resolved the problem. I am now not surprised at all by his inability to return to the field in the initially proposed timeline.. When he can return and for how long is an open question, especially at his age and history of multiple notoriously chronic lower limb injuries
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wow very interesting Cloak medically and physically idkn
 
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