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JB said:
It's your opinion that he's not doing everything possible and I'm willing to bet you're in the minority... but stay on your high horse buddy

He's not doing what you want so he's wrong... you're a football expert and billionaire are ya?
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Instead of saying I hate McNair/Not a fan/hate the team etc.... (All of which are not true) address some of the things McNair does, like do you really think going against your HC's wishes so you can further your brand (Make even more $$$$) is putting the on the field product 1st? How about the McNair is a hands off owner myth?

I'm not the one on a high horse, I believe that you're being passive agressive because you and several others were wrong about the Kubiak era. I also dont like how many here (Not you) are super critical of BOB because he's not like Kubiak. IMHO

Let me let you in on a little secret, the McNair's aren't football experts either, (Keeping Kubiak/Smith should tell you that) but they dont have to be because they are great at what matters most to them. (Making $$$$)

I dont claim to be an expert, but I dont need to be because I dont own the team. See: I have something in common with the McNair's. I'm going to move along now because you and I will always disagree on whether the McNair's are doing their best to put the best product on the field possible. The difference is I have over a decade and 3 regime changes on my side, What do you have on yours?
 
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steelbtexan said:
Instead of saying I hate McNair/Not a fan/hate the team etc.... (All of which are not true) address some of the things McNair does, like do you really think going against your HC's wishes so you can further your brand (Make even more $$$$) is putting the on the field product 1st? How about the McNair is a hands off owner myth?

I'm not the one on a high horse, I believe that you're being passive agressive because you and several others were wrong about the Kubiak era. I also dont like how many here (Not you) are super critical of BOB because he's not like Kubiak. IMHO

Let me let you in on a little secret, the McNair's aren't football experts either, (Keeping Kubiak/Smith should tell you that) but they dont have to be because they are great at what matters most to them. (Making $$$$)

I dont claim to be an expert, but I dont need to be because I dont own the team. See: I have something in common with the McNair's. I'm going to move along now because you and I will always disagree on whether the McNair's are doing their best to put the best product on the field possible. The difference is I have over a decade and 3 regime changes on my side, What do you have on yours?
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I'm having trouble with your assessment that McNair isn't doing all he knows to do to put a competitive product on the field. He hired a head coach you like. He gave that head coach final say on the draft which diminished what power Rick Smith had, if any, I still think Kubiak was way too much of a control freak to give Smith control of the draft. Input? Yes. Control? Not a chance. He hired a respected defensive coordinator and let him go get the players that would work in his system. He let O'Brien dump the man who had been the face of the franchise for most of the decade. If folks you wanted to see drafted or courted in free agency weren't gone after maaaybe it was because the coaches didn't want them. So that's not on McNair either. I just don't get where you're coming from at this point in time.
 
To me the biggest questions going into the season are :
QB who wins the job
C can Ben Jones be the guy or are we in deep **** at the position
LG is last years rookie the guy or does it look like another blown 2nd round pick by Rickie
WR do we have anyone who can make some plays I hope the rookie steps up because if we have to depend on Short and Washington I think we are deep trouble
The health of Clowney can he contribute this year.

I still believe with most of the questions on this team on the offensive side of the ball it could be a one step back season until the holes are filled.
 
infantrycak said:
No, you lack history and there is no strawman. Dale is a draftnik. He acts as if everyone is fungible and they aren't. "Oooh, pick up a WR in the 8th and they'll be the new CJ, AJ." No I do not expect to replace AJ with anyone the same, but what I am pointing out is we've had something special. We aren't going to plug and play with discards who couldn't make it as 2's and 3's from other teams. Plan on a drop. Plan on more coverage for Hopkins.
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I have heard this same talk year in and year out about the Patriots WR's. If in fact the system does not call for such a player, why are you critical of Hopkins ability to fill the role carved out for him? You believe you know more about his abilities in this system than O'Brien does? Or are you just going to say Tom Brady?

steelbtexan said:
Instead of saying I hate McNair/Not a fan/hate the team etc.... (All of which are not true) address some of the things McNair does, like do you really think going against your HC's wishes so you can further your brand (Make even more $$$$) is putting the on the field product 1st? How about the McNair is a hands off owner myth?

I'm not the one on a high horse, I believe that you're being passive agressive because you and several others were wrong about the Kubiak era. I also dont like how many here (Not you) are super critical of BOB because he's not like Kubiak. IMHO

Let me let you in on a little secret, the McNair's aren't football experts either, (Keeping Kubiak/Smith should tell you that) but they dont have to be because they are great at what matters most to them. (Making $$$$)

I dont claim to be an expert, but I dont need to be because I dont own the team. See: I have something in common with the McNair's. I'm going to move along now because you and I will always disagree on whether the McNair's are doing their best to put the best product on the field possible. The difference is I have over a decade and 3 regime changes on my side, What do you have on yours?
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So if Kubiak succeeds in Denver, what then? Pivot?
 
Why are some people never happy unless they are mad at someone? Why do they gravitate towards Texan Talk?
 
texanhead08 said:
To me the biggest questions going into the season are :
QB who wins the job
C can Ben Jones be the guy or are we in deep **** at the position
LG is last years rookie the guy or does it look like another blown 2nd round pick by Rickie
WR do we have anyone who can make some plays I hope the rookie steps up because if we have to depend on Short and Washington I think we are deep trouble
The health of Clowney can he contribute this year.

I still believe with most of the questions on this team on the offensive side of the ball it could be a one step back season until the holes are filled.
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Just my thinking: If Jones or Ferentz (Brick) is not the guy, team would have used a pick to get a center. Not sure I like it but X is also getting reps at center. Manz is going to be good if healthy.
Speaking of Sua'fila, he got a lot of recent praise from OBrien for his off season work so I'm breathing easier on that position but wished we had a better backup for Oline than what we have.

I am glad Short3 is on roster but is a wait and see, Washington has been nothing but steady with decent stats. http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/_/id/9307/nate-washington

Clowney is supposedly on track so..flip a coin.
 
ObsiWan said:
I'm having trouble with your assessment that McNair isn't doing all he knows to do to put a competitive product on the field. He hired a head coach you like. He gave that head coach final say on the draft which diminished what power Rick Smith had, if any, I still think Kubiak was way too much of a control freak to give Smith control of the draft. Input? Yes. Control? Not a chance. He hired a respected defensive coordinator and let him go get the players that would work in his system. He let O'Brien dump the man who had been the face of the franchise for most of the decade. If folks you wanted to see drafted or courted in free agency weren't gone after maaaybe it was because the coaches didn't want them. So that's not on McNair either. I just don't get where you're coming from at this point in time.
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And forced said HC to do HK so he could improve his brand that has already made him a billion $$$$.
 
Nitrofish said:
I have heard this same talk year in and year out about the Patriots WR's. If in fact the system does not call for such a player, why are you critical of Hopkins ability to fill the role carved out for him? You believe you know more about his abilities in this system than O'Brien does? Or are you just going to say Tom Brady?



So if Kubiak succeeds in Denver, what then? Pivot?
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It means Rick Smith stinks at his job more than I thought. Which is saying something.
 
Marshall said:
Why are some people never happy unless they are mad at someone? Why do they gravitate towards Texan Talk?
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Dont know if your referring to me,

But I'm really enjoying life now.

I'm truly blessed, I just dont like the Texans way, example HK against BOB's wishes.

Glad it's baseball season and things are looking up for the Stros.
 
steelbtexan said:
And forced said HC to do HK so he could improve his brand that has already made him a billion $$$$.
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steelbtexan said:
Dont know if your referring to me,

But I'm really enjoying life now.

I'm truly blessed, I just dont like the Texans way, example HK against BOB's wishes.

Glad it's baseball season and things are looking up for the Stros.
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And you know it was totally against OB's wishes? He felt really strongly about it? How do you know this for 100% sure? Even if he did, isn't he the boss. bottom line type? If the Texans go to the playoffs will it have mattered? Don't be so negative all the time my friend. Positive waves man, positive waves
 
steelbtexan said:
I'm not the one on a high horse, I believe that you're being passive agressive because you and several others were wrong about the Kubiak era. I also dont like how many here (Not you) are super critical of BOB because he's not like Kubiak. IMHO
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I think we had very different expectations for the Kubiak era.

When an experienced, winning coach comes to a struggling team, we expect him to get that team to the play offs within four years. Bill Parcells goes to Dallas... has them in the playoffs within four years, he's on schedule. He failed in Dallas because he couldn't get them beyond that point.

When a newbie coach comes to a failed expansion team, all I expected was to stop the loosing within four years. Kubiak did that.

Then in the next four years he took that team to the playoffs.

He didn't/couldn't get the team past that. Some of you were right about that way back when... but to call the Kubiak era a failure is just wrong. Again, I can easily name 16 teams that would rather be positioned where the Texans are.

& if you can, remind me... did the Ravens win the Super Bowl before or after they hosted Hard Knocks?
 
steelbtexan said:
And forced said HC to do HK so he could improve his brand that has already made him a billion $$$$.
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O'Brien hasn't publicly said whether he was for HK, against HK, or told McNair it won't matter. Maybe O'Brien is using HK to see who can and can't stay focused on their jobs with all the cameras around. If I were HC I wouldn't want HK in here, but I've already said I don't understand O'Brien's logic. So he probably would do just the opposite of what I'd do. :)
 
Marcus said:
:rolleyes: Really?

Some of you folks really go off the deep end with this grassy knoll ****.
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Just sarcasm. I find the whole notion absurd. Seems to me like the Mallett cult is just trying to line up their excuse if/when Mallett doesn't beat out the eternally average Brian Hoyer.
 
steelbtexan said:
Dont know if your referring to me,

But I'm really enjoying life now.

I'm truly blessed, I just dont like the Texans way, example HK against BOB's wishes.

Glad it's baseball season and things are looking up for the Stros.
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No one specific was in mind. Just a generalization of some with similar sentiments.

Sometime I get mad, but it never makes me happy and I try to avoid it as a lifestyle.
 
Heath Shuler said:
He is not a fan of being on the show.
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Which doesn't refute what Obsi said.

Perfectly credible scenario with no conflict or "over-ruling":

McNair: hey coach, the NFL is pushing us hard on this HKs thing. We've never been on it, they can force us, what do you think?

OB: meh, don't like it but probably be better to look gracious and agree than to be forced. Might as well.

McNair: that's what I was thinking, sorry for any inconvenience.
 
Heath Shuler said:
whatever.

I'm just sharing the impression O'Brien gave me when I asked him
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And I don't doubt that he isn't a fan of that mess. I doubt any coach wants that dog & pony show around when they're trying to teach.
...well, maybe Rex Ryan.

My point was O'Brien hasn't griped about it in the press.
It is what it is. He might not like it but he's the kind that will deal with it.
 
ObsiWan said:
And I don't doubt that he isn't a fan of that mess. I doubt any coach wants that dog & pony show around when they're trying to teach.
...well, maybe Rex Ryan.

My point was O'Brien hasn't griped about it in the press.
It is what it is. He might not like it but he's the kind that will deal with it.
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Exactly
 
Heath Shuler said:
whatever.

I'm just sharing the impression O'Brien gave me when I asked him
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Did you bother reading what Obsi and I are responding to? steelb is portraying this as if WE KNOW OB said "f'k no, it will hurt the team" and McNair said "no OB, f'k you, I'm the owner, get back in your office and coach so it looks competitive."
 
infantrycak said:
Did you bother reading what Obsi and I are responding to? steelb is portraying this as if WE KNOW OB said "f'k no, it will hurt the team" and McNair said "no OB, f'k you, I'm the owner, get back in your office and coach so it looks competitive."
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Again; whatever.

It's almost to the point where I'm going to quit bothering to read whatever you post.
 
No HC wants to be on HK. Excluding Rex.

I just love how it was generally excepted that BOB didn't want to be on HK. Then I point out that McNair's using HK as a $$$$ maker a and I get the you don't know what BOB wants. This makes me LOL
 
steelbtexan said:
No HC wants to be on HK. Excluding Rex.

I just love how it was generally excepted that BOB didn't want to be on HK. Then I point out that McNair's using HK as a $$$$ maker a and I get the you don't know what BOB wants. This makes me LOL
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What extra $$$ does McNair get out of it? Are you just attributing to him what you would do and then deriding him for that?
 
JB said:
What extra $$$ does McNair get out of it? Are you just attributing to him what you would do and then deriding him for that?
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I would do everything possible to put the best team possible on the field. (I know you think they are doing that and that's where we disagree)

Furthering the brand = more $$$$. At the expense of the team and against his HC's wishes. Tell me why isn't AJ still on the team? Follow the $$$$ and you will learn about how the Texans do business and what's important to the McNair's.
 
steelbtexan said:
I would do everything possible to put the best team possible on the field. (I know you think they are doing that and that's where we disagree)

Furthering the brand = more $$$$. At the expense of the team and against his HC's wishes. Tell me why isn't AJ still on the team? Follow the $$$$ and you will learn about how the Texans do business and what's important to the McNair's.
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You know expands the brand of the Texans the best? 100x more than HK? Winning a SB!

AJ isn't on the team anymore because he was getting paid more than he's worth.
 
steelbtexan said:
Tell me why isn't AJ still on the team?
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Prime AJ as a stud WR getting 165 targets a season isn't the type of receiver that normally works in OB's system. When you have one of those though, you find a way to make it work. Just like RAC did with JJ even though that is not how 3-4 DE's normally play in his system.

34-year old still-solid-but-not-stud AJ would have worked in OB's system had they come to terms on a role with less targets/receptions/yards. I still don't believe everything swirling about 40 catches a season. But was he being asked to do a 70/900 type of season and felt he had more in the tank than that?

I don't know. What I do know is that the team and AJ could not come to agreement on his role on this team. I have no doubt that McNair would have carried the contract had AJ wanted to stay and finish his career here. The contract only became an issue once he balked at the team's assessment of his value in OB's system moving forward. Whether they are proven right or wrong will not be determined by opinions on this message board, but by AJ's play on the field next season.
 
steelbtexan said:
No HC wants to be on HK. Excluding Rex.

I just love how it was generally accepted that BOB didn't want to be on HK. Then I point out that McNair's using HK as a $$$$ maker a and I get the you don't know what BOB wants. This makes me LOL
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Sounds like a reading comprehension problem to me. Those guys are still saying that OB doesn't want to be on HK. They're just saying this decision may not have been made "whether he likes it or not." Just because he doesn't like having to do it (like getting up at 5 in the morning) he's still onboard.

steelbtexan said:
I would do everything possible to put the best team possible on the field. (I know you think they are doing that and that's where we disagree)

Furthering the brand = more $$$$. At the expense of the team and against his HC's wishes. Tell me why isn't AJ still on the team? Follow the $$$$ and you will learn about how the Texans do business and what's important to the McNair's.
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This may be a means to that end, who knows? Peter King mentioned in his 2015 power ranking that this may help the team to get over their bright light phobia..... who knows?
 
JB said:
What extra $$$ does McNair get out of it? Are you just attributing to him what you would do and then deriding him for that?
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Are you quoting someone? I've seen a few of your posts in this thread that seem like you're quoting someone, but I can't see it.

*edit* Wait, are you quoting steelb? If so, disregard my question
 
Brian T. Smith ‏@ChronBrianSmith
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Fiedorowicz said he hit a wall in rookie year. More confident and calmer this season. Also understands offense better. #Texans

Very clear Tom Savage in Year Two is a much different, more confident Savage. Taking his game, approach to next level. #Texans

C.J. Fiedorowicz put on a towel before speaking, in a joking tribute to O'Brien's practice attire. #Texans

O'Brien: "It's been a very competitive OTA period. The offense has made some plays." Said offense vs. defense has been 50-50 thus far.

O'Brien traveled more this offseason, visiting colleges and talking with pro coaches in attempt to adapt #Texans to new #NFL trends.

O'Brien joked he's being asked a lot of "evolution and psychology" questions today. #Texans

O'Brien believes that Fiedorowicz can help #Texans in passing game this year.

Overall TE position is showing improvement, better competition

#Texans have a good first impression of Vince Wilfork, O'Brien said.

C.J. Fiedorowicz has had a good offseason, O'Brien said. #Texans

Jaelen Strong has a "minor issue," O'Brien said. Didn't practice today. #Texans

Louis Nix "has come back in good shape," O'Brien said. Taking all reps. #Texans

#Texans have almost had 100-percent participation during voluntary offseason workouts, O'Brien said.

#Texans are "working on another team" to practice with during preseason, O'Brien said. Referring to #Saints backing out of week of practice.

Has O'Brien watched "Hard Knocks" in the past? One-word answer: "No."

O'Brien on "Hard Knocks" - "This is an opportunity for people to see that this is a team." #Texans

O'Brien said he doesn't have a timetable to name a starting QB. #Texans

#Texans' O'Brien said Tom Savage has "made a lot of progress" since rookie year. Getting into building early. Coaching staff is encouraged

#Texans' O'Brien: "All three quarterbacks are getting a lot of reps." Alternating first teams with Hoyer, Mallett. Savage also getting reps.

Texans switching first teams with Hoyer, Mallett thus far. Hoyer had first OTA. Mallett today.

JJ Watt and Vince Wilfork having fun with the football before #Texans' OTA, via @coomerchron.

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Savage, Hoyer had strong moments but also several misfires. #Texans[/LIST]

No Strong. Hopkins on side.

Mallett led first team today. Better accuracy but had a couple picks. ​

Tania Ganguli ‏@taniaganguli
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"If I’m going to stand in front of the team and demand that they get better, then I better be living that." O'Brien says.

"He's a very good blocker when he really puts his mind to it. ...I think he can help us in the passing game," OB on Fiedorowicz

"It makes us all feel good to see No. 75 in the middle of that defense," O'Brien says of Wilfork.

What rookie's in the best shape? "I would say none of them," O'Brien says.

"I think Louis Nix has come back in good shape. He's running around. He's able to take all the reps," O'Brien. #Texans

Wilfork and Watt played catch throughout the early stretching period, with Watt practicing his one-handed catches throughout. #Texans

Greatest moment of #Texans practice ever: When Mo Money, Mo Problems came on, Wilfork started singing and doing some subtle dance moves.

Each quarterback threw an interception. Eddie Pleasant, Kareem Jackson and Andre Hal caught them. #Texans

Ryan Mallett had a really nice day. Looked especially good in 7-on-7s, which suits his skill set. #Texans​

Jayson Braddock ‏@JaysonBraddock
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S Terrance Parks is a guy that the Texans seem to like.

CJ Fiedorowicz personality, confidence is coming out so much more now. Looks comfortable on and off the field.

"I think it's been a very competitive OTA period. Think it's been 50/50 right now. Very competitive roster." OB on if DEF is ahead of OFF

"I traveled a lot this offseason and went to some colleges and spoke to their coaches."

"I like completions. Please don't put that quote out there. I don't need all of Houston saying Bill O'Brien doesn't like completions."

"All of those TEs have become more comfortable. CJ has truly had a good offseason. He's improved his routes, hands. -OB on Fiedorowicz

On which rookie is in the best shape "None of them" - O'Brien

"I think Louis Nix has come back in good shape"

OB talks about Dre Hal and other guys getting looks at safety. Played well there today.

"We're working on another team" OB's response to his disappointment in Saints backing out of joint practice

"With Mumphery he played multiple roles at Michigan State." "Now they're playing with growm men, has to become consistent" OB​

PDS ‏@PatDStat
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Fiedorowicz says Watt studies offensive film of the #Texans to understand the

Fiedorowicz says Watt’s instincts are off the charts. Says he knows offensive calls. #Texans

Fiedorowicz mentions he had he knee scoped in January. Said he feels great. #Texans

Hal said the Eagles game at NRG made him wake up and understand he has to get better as a NFL player. #Texans

Hal said he prepared himself to get ready to help at safety. Learned every spot in the secondary over the offseason. #Texans


“This is a competitive roster across the board.” -Bill O’Brien #Texans

OB mentions they study other teams that do similar things to them on offense, defense and special teams. Adds always looking for ideas.

OB says he wakes up in the middle of the night to make notes of things he is thinking for the team. #Texans

What does OB like during OTAs? “Completed passed”. #Texans

OB makes sure the health of his team is the top priority. #Texans

OB doesn’t feel the safeties need to be interchangeable on the field. #Texans

"Makes us all feel real good to see #75 in the middle of the defense.” Bill O’Brien.

#Texans reports back on July 25th for training camp.

OB says Louis Nix has come back in great shape. Giving him praise. Also mentions Lonnie Ballentine coming on strong. #Texans

“Getting in shape.” on what OB wants from OTAs. #Texans

OB mention that Dre Hal will be working at safety. #Texans

OB says the #Texans are working on getting another team to practice against during camp.

OB feels Tom Savage has made some good progress over the summer. Also mentions “It’s early.” #Texans

Two-spot drill: running two offensive huddles to opposite ends of the field vs a defense. #Texans

OB says the #Texans are using the two-spot drill to get Mallett and Hoyer plenty of reps.​

Deepi Sidhu ‏@DeepSlant
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Tom Savage says he's developed more of a routine and learned how to prepare this offseason. #Texans

Andre Hal has been working out this offseason. Has impressed O'Brien. #Texans

Lonnie Ballentine back on the field in OTAs. #Texans

Bill O'Brien on what he's looking for from QBS in OTAs: Operating the team at a high tempo and completing the pass. #Texans

O'Brien says @wilfork75 addition good for team, locker room: It makes us all feel good to see #75 out there on defense. #Texans

O'Brien says Nix III is in better shape and can take all reps this year. "He's worked hard in the offseason." #Texans

O'Brien says last year's rookies who have come back in better shape: Louis Nix III, Lonnie Ballentine, Andre Hal. #Texans

#Saints cancelled joint practices with #Texans but O'Brien says he's working on getting another team to work against in camp.

O'Brien has been in contact with other coaches who have had experience with 'Hard Knocks.' Says he's never seen it. #Texans

Bill O'Brien says Tom Savage is one of first guys to arrive every day and can see the progress he's made from Year 1 to Year 2. #Texans​

Howard Chen ‏@TheHoChen
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Tom Savage DEFINITELY wants to improve, sounds determined: "I don't want to do what I did last year." #Texans

O'Brien: Player safety really important; coaches make sure to emphasize when it's a non-contact drill. #Texans

O'Brien: "These quarterbacks really like throwing to tight ends." #Texans

O'Brien on Nix: "This year he's healthy and he's able to be out there." #Texans

O'Brien: "I think Louis Nix has come back in good shape." Nix was 1st guy singled out for night-and-day progress. #Texans

O'Brien: With Saints cancellation, #Texans working to bring in another team for a joint practice.

O'Brien: Not making any adjustments for the Hard Knocks cameras, just business as usual. Hoping the show shows a disciplined, smart team.

O'Brien: It's early, but Tom Savage has made a lot of progress. Coaching staff encouraged. #Texans​
 
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Playoffs said:
Deepi Sidhu ‏@DeepSlant

O'Brien has been in contact with other coaches who have had experience with 'Hard Knocks.' Says he's never seen it. #Texans​
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Media: "Bill, your thoughts on Hard Knocks ... ?"
OB: "I think you need to find the right gas for your car."
Media: "No Bill, the show."
OB: "I think MLB is great. Good pastime for the kids."
Media: "No, not MLB. The show, Hard Knocks. The one your team will be featured on on HBO."
OB: "We've made no appearances scheduled with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Wish them the best of luck all the same."
Media: "Bill, would you work with us just a little bit here."
OB: "Sorry guys, just trying to be the best teammate I can be. We all done here?"
 
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Drew Dougherty ‏@DoughertyDrew

QB Tom Savage draws a crowd after OTAs. Said rookie yr is "a full blown catchup game."

"I think we need to embrace it."-Bill O'Brien on the Houston heat & humidity.

"Louis NIx, III has come back in good shape."-O'Brien on 1 of the 2014 #Texans rookies who's in better shape.

"Get in shape."-O'Brien on what he wants rookies to focus on most during OTAs.

"We're working on another team."-O'Brien on getting a substitute for Saints this training camp.

"No."-O'Brien on if he has an idea of when he wants to name a starter at QB for #Texans.​

Houston Texans ‏@HoustonTexans
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"We are way ahead of where we were last year. This defense has the potential to be dangerous." - LB Whitney Mercilus

"I'm ready to work. We are making big strides as a TE group." - TE C.J. Fiedorowicz

"Competing is what it's all about. We are trying to create an identity here in Houston." - S Rahim Moore on #OTAs.

"I'm trying to do whatever I can to make this team." - DB Andre Hal

"I think it's been a very competitive OTA period. It's kind of 50-50 right now. It's a very competitive roster." - O'Brien on #OTAs thus far

"I don't think any coach in this league is ever satisfied" - O'Brien on self-improvement. Says he must improve if he demands same from team.

"There is nothing more important than the health of your team." - O'Brien on player safety and recent OTA injuries around the league.

"It makes us all feel good to see #75 in the middle of that defense. We're very happy to have him here" - O'Brien on Vince Wilfork's impact.

"We aren't changing. This isn't a team of individuals. Hopefully it shows a smart, disciplined football team." - O'Brien on "Hard Knocks".

"I think he's made a lot of progress. It's early, only June. We are encouraged with how Tom's progressed." - O'Brien on Tom Savage's play.

"All three quarterbacks are getting a lot of reps. All three guys have done a good job this spring." - O'Brien on #Texans quarterbacks.​

Jayson Braddock ‏@JaysonBraddock
Kurtis Drummond looked over NFL rosters & spoke with good friend, Max Bullough before joining Houston.

Tom Savage says Kevin Johnson just shows up in the offensive film study. Mentions that he doesn't have to do that. Impressive rookie.
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Okay, that looks like it for today.
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Jaelen Strong has a "minor issue," O'Brien said. Didn't practice today. #Texans
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For Billy, I'd call that a long-winded explanation, a total elaboration of Strongs injury.
 
Nevermind, I think it's Terrance Parks. He's wearing white so he's on defense, and he has a "2" on his jersey. Looked through the roster and the main website and figured it out. Here's a picture of him in KC. Looks to be the same guy. According to Braddock, the coaches are pretty high on him.

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