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That is sort of what I would expect to pop out after an exorcism! I want him to tape a picture of that to front of his jersey this season. Most of his opponents would either go into shock or fall down giggling.
 
Vince Wilfork is one brave person to strip down to his birthday suit in front of public.
 
Texans signing Ra’Zahn Howard after supplemental draft
Posted by Zac Jackson on July 14, 2016, 5:03 PM EDT

After going unpicked in Thursday’s supplemental draft and becoming a free agent, ex-Purdue defensive tackle Ra’Zahn Howard will sign with the Texans.

Both ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reported the signing, and Howard told Wilson he’s “ready to make the Texans proud.”

Howard was a three-year starter at Purdue and figures as a nose tackle in the NFL. He entered the supplemental draft after previously announcing his intention to transfer from the program.

The supplemental draft wrapped up in about 15 minutes with no players being selected. The Bengals signed wide receiver Rashaun Simonise, another supplemental draft entrant, earlier Thursday afternoon.
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Texans signing Purdue DT Ra'Zahn Howard
By Aaron Wilson
Updated 5:08 pm, Thursday, July 14, 2016


Although former Purdue defensive tackle Ra'Zahn Howard went undrafted during the NFL supplemental draft Thursday, he didn't have to wait long to join an NFL team.

Hours later, Howard agreed to terms on a rookie contract with the defending AFC South champion Texans. Howard said his deal included a signing bonus.

"I'm geeked," Howard said in a telephone interview. "I'm ready to get out there and show everybody what I can do and make the Houston Texans proud. I'm a big, athletic guy. I'm a disruptive nose guard. I want to make a name for myself at nose guard. I feel like I can come in right away and make an immediate impact. I can play all four positions on the defensive line, but nose guard is my best position.


"I'm stout against the run. I'm explosive. I'm an athletic nose guard. I like lining up in the middle of the defense, but I'm versatile. I see myself doing big things in the NFL once I get myself established."

Howard left Purdue due to academic issues. Rather than transfer to a smaller university to become immediately eligible or sit out this season while training for the regular draft, Howard opted to head directly to the NFL.

"I was academically disqualified," Howard said. "I had some academic issues at Purdue. I was put in a predicament. It was just time for me to leave. I didn't think it made sense for me to transfer to another school or sit out a year. I thought it was time for me to go to the NFL, and I feel great about my decision."

Howard acknowledged that he had a sluggish Pro Day workout earlier this month. NFL teams were concerned about his conditioning when he didn't complete all of the drills with much tempo.

He was roughly 325 pounds, but says he's now down to 317 pounds and recently ran the 40-yard dash in 5.2 seconds. Howard has set a goal of reporting to training camp later this month at roughly 310 pounds.

"The Texans wanted to take me in the draft, I heard in the third or fourth round, but my Pro Day wasn't too good," Howard said. "I wasn't in shape, to be honest with you. My whole situation, leaving school, everything with my academics, it all weighed on me. I wasn't ready, but I'm getting in good shape now. I'm working very hard."

Howard had 47 career tackles and three sacks with four pass deflections in 24 career games for the Boilermakers.

Growing up in Asbury Park, N.J., Howard was a third-team all-state selection who won a state championship. He was named Central Defensive Player of the Year and had 68 tackles, 12 sacks and 15 quarterback hurries with three forced fumbles and 31 tackles for losses as a senior. He had 57 tackles and 10 sacks as a junior.

"We had some other opportunities, but we felt like Houston was the best situation for him," said Safarrah Lawson, Howard's agent."Houston got a real steal. This kid is big. He's young, only 21, raw and talented. He really flashes on tape. Once he gets his conditioning where it needs to be, Houston got one heck of a football player. He's been working out twice a day since the Pro Day. He's lost seven pounds since then and is getting in good shape."

Howard played at the same college as Texans general manager Rick Smith, a former strong safety and team captain for the Boilermakers.

"Yes sir, he mentioned that," Howard said. "I had a great conversation with Rick Smith. He's a great guy. I'm excited. I can't wait to meet him and the rest of the staff."
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By all accounts, this year's star of the class is defensive tackle Ra'Zahn Howard of Purdue, but what does that even mean?

In the 2008, 2013 and 2014 draft classes, the best player out of the supplemental pool wasn't even talented enough to warrant a future draft choice....................................
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There is no Jared Goff, Carson Wentz or even Robert Nkemdiche in this group. None of these athletes may even be worth a selection on July 14, when teams send in their bids for supplemental prospects.

Still, Howard's name has been buzzing around as the cream of the crop in the class, and in a dead period in the NFL's 365-day news cycle, that's enough to get him front-page attention on draft sites.

According to CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora, Howard's agent has stated that all 32 teams have shown interest. On July 8, when Howard's pro day is scheduled, we'll know just how many franchises think his talent is valuable enough to have in camp, based on who shows up to watch him perform combine drills. Per NFL Draft Scout, his estimated measurables will be around 6'2" and 325 pounds—which isn't far from his Purdue site listing of 6'3" and 325 pounds—with a 5.18-second 40-yard dash.

Based on his size, you'd assume that he's a nose-tackle type, and if you watch his Purdue film, you'd realize you're correct. While he's credited as a two-year starter, Howard was more of a situational player for the Boilermakers than a true every-down lineman. When the team needed a shade tackle, a lineman who lines up on the shoulder of a center, or a nose guard, a lineman who lines up on the helmet of a center, he was on the field. But in every other formation, like the ones college defenses throw out in pass-rushing situations, Howard was on the bench.

If Howard returned to school for his senior season with the team, he would have had the chance to prove that he was more than just a nose guard, but he no longer has that opportunity. He was suspended by the team in January and didn't participate in spring drills, plus he's also been arrested twice this offseason. The first, according to the Lafayette Journal & Courier's Jen Payne, was for public intoxication in late January, while the second, according to the Tampa Bay Times' Greg Auman, was a combination of misdemeanors revolving around Howard's car and false reporting.................
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For the rest of the story and analysis of Howard's play with Purdue

* Howard's first arrest (two arrests mentioned in this article) was on charges of "false informing and leaving the scene of a personal injury accident."

**FYI: One thing that the articles I've posted do not mention is that he has dealt throughout his career with significant back issues.
 
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Thanks Doc, this morning I thought the supp draft should be soon but missed completely. While suspension for academics could be issue, I think he will be serviceable in couple seasons. He basically plugs hole over center and eats blocks. IMO, he is right where he needs to be, with Wilfork and then backing up Reader while he adjusts to NFL. The following is how I rated him but thought he would transfer to another school. He just may give me reason not to use 2017 5th round on a NT. Concern is where he goes? Has to be practice squad...hopefully he will turn into a Bernie Kosar or Chris Carter :thinking: maybe not.

Despite his less-than-awe-inspiring statistics, teams could be intrigued with Howard's natural bulk and athleticism. He is surprisingly quick off the ball and uses an over-arm swim move effectively to penetrate the line of scrimmage. When he keeps his pad level low, Howard can anchor effectively, as well. It is a skill-set which could be especially valued by proponents of the 3-4 alignment who may see Howard as a developmental nose guard.
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badboy said:
Thanks Doc, this morning I thought the supp draft should be soon but missed completely. While suspension for academics could be issue, I think he will be serviceable in couple seasons. He basically plugs hole over center and eats blocks. IMO, he is right where he needs to be, with Wilfork and then backing up Reader while he adjusts to NFL. The following is how I rated him but thought he would transfer to another school. He just may give me reason not to use 2017 5th round on a NT. Concern is where he goes? Has to be practice squad...hopefully he will turn into a Bernie Kosar or Chris Carter :thinking: maybe not.
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for me to go to the NFL, and I feel great about my decision."

Howard acknowledged that he had a sluggish Pro Day workout earlier this month. NFL teams were concerned about his conditioning when he didn't complete all of the drills with much tempo.

He was roughly 325 pounds, but says he's now down to 317 pounds and recently ran the 40-yard dash in 5.2 seconds. Howard has set a goal of reporting to training camp later this month at roughly 310 pounds.
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You think this may be giving a hint as to what plans the Texans truly have for Howard?
 
Looks like the Texans are going to face Garoppolo when they play the Pats in week 3. As we almost picked Jimmy up before Bellichick swooped him up the pick before us, it will be interesting how Os and him compare in that game.
 
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Looks like the Texans are going to face Garoppolo when they play the Pats in week 3. As we almost picked Jimmy up before Bellichick swooped him up the pick before us, it will be interesting how Os and him compare in that game.
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Where do people get that? I know there were a couple of Garroppolo fan boys saying as much in the draft thread... but there was nothing from any Texans "insider" that I know of that said as much. Same thing with Bridgewater. Had he made it to 33, I'm not so sure we wouldn't have drafted XSF anyway. He fit the theme of that draft more than any QB would have.
 
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Where do people get that? I know there were a couple of Garroppolo fan boys saying as much in the draft thread... but there was nothing from any Texans "insider" that I know of that said as much. Same thing with Bridgewater. Had he made it to 33, I'm not so sure we wouldn't have drafted XSF anyway. He fit the theme of that draft more than any QB would have.
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I'll pull back my statement on O'Brien as relates to Garoppolo. It will still be very interesting to see him go against Osweiler, as, during the Draft, there were many interested in seeing Garoppolo taken by the Texans.
 
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I'll pull back my statement on O'Brien as relates to Garoppolo. It will still be very interesting to see him go against Savage, as, during the Draft, there were many interested in seeing Garoppolo taken by the Texans.
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I'm interested in seeing him play myself. He looked like an "adlibber" more than a "master of the play book" guy last preseason & I do wonder if he's made any progress. He's got some nice raw skill, he's got great escapability, & he seems to be able to think & process while on the move. If he gets that thing where he understands the play book as it relates to attacking a defense, he could be special. But that's the case for a good many QBs coming out of college & most of them don't make it.
 
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I'm interested in seeing him play myself. He looked like an "adlibber" more than a "master of the play book" guy last preseason & I do wonder if he's made any progress. He's got some nice raw skill, he's got great escapability, & he seems to be able to think & process while on the move. If he gets that thing where he understands the play book as it relates to attacking a defense, he could be special. But that's the case for a good many QBs coming out of college & most of them don't make it.
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He came from a spread hurry-up offense where adlibbing was important. He had problems when blitzes were well disguised. It will be important for him to learn Bellichick's playbook which is quite contrasting, and stay more disciplined than what he showed in college. His arm can handle short and intermediate routes pretty well.......not so much long ones. And, it you watch him, unless anything has changed, you will notice he has almost a side arm release.......potentially great meat for the Texans Dline. Again, week 3 will be an interesting match up.
 
Provided Jimmy G survives the Cardinals "licking their chops" to get after him, otherwise I'm very much looking forward to Osweiler vs. Brissett.
 
Speedy said:
Provided Jimmy G survives the Cardinals "licking their chops" to get after him, otherwise I'm very much looking forward to Osweiler vs. Brissett.
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And he gets the Dolphins front 4 the following week. That ain't no walk in the park. Suh, Wake, Mario....
 
Speedy said:
Provided Jimmy G survives the Cardinals "licking their chops" to get after him, otherwise I'm very much looking forward to Osweiler vs. Brissett.
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I don't know. Brisset made his numbers with universally dinking and dunking. His style sort of reminds me of Manziel without the long ball capability.
 
Texans left guard Xavier Su'a-Filo is determined to keep starting job
Former UCLA star Su'a-filo enters pivotal third season trying to establish that he's here to stay.
July 16, 2016

Offensive lineman Xavier Su'a-Filo has made improvements this offseason on and off the field preparing for the 2016 season, when the Texans will look to compete for another division title.
Growing up in Utah before going on church missions to Florida and Alabama, Xavier Su'a Filo learned to cherish the values of diligence and patience. During two years of Mormon mission work in a hiatus from school after starting as a true freshman for UCLA, Su'a-Filo rode a specialized bicycle capable of supporting his 315-pound body. And he learned how to speak Spanish to serve the Spanish-speaking population.

A linebacker and fullback during his formative years playing football, Su'a-Filo was directed by his father, Paul, a former linebacker at Ricks College, to jump rope to build his foot speed, confidence and coordination. He also had his son play several other sports to develop his versatility and athleticism.

"I learned a lot from my parents," said Su'a-Filo, a former Parade Magazine All-American at Timpview High School in Provo, Utah, and a Class 4A Offensive Player of the Year. "I learned a lot from going on those missions about helping people and spreading the Gospel. It's all made me the man and football player I am today."
Now, the starting Texans left offensive guard is trying to put all of that background to work as he enters a pivotal third NFL season.

Su'a-Filo, 25, emerged as a full-time starter last season after overcoming a strained calf muscle he suffered after reporting to training camp at less than optimal condition. He started nine of 11 games played for the AFC South champions and enters training camp as the front-runner to remain with the first-team offense.

Small steps to a big future

Maintaining a habit of keeping a spiral notebook filled with tidbits about plays and techniques, Su'a-Filo is following a strategy of focusing on the immediate task at hand with an eye toward solidifying his long-term future.

"I'm trying to take a short-term approach and improve on one or two things every day and build on them," Su'a-Filo said. "I just wanted to make sure I was sharp on the details, the little things and build on them and make sure if I made a mistake that it was a little one where I could fix it. That way it wouldn't be anything big and wouldn't be out of control. My focus is to take it day by day.

"I've always kind of felt this way. I try to structure things better in my mind instead of looking too far ahead. I try to be organized in my head. It's a huge help for me."

Offseason priority: staying healthy

There are scenarios where Su'a-Filo will be challenged for the starting guard job by Tony Bergstrom or rookie center Nick Martin, depending on which lineman wins the center competition. For now, it's Su'a-Filo's job to lose.

Heading into the third year of a four-year, $5.557 million contract that includes a $2.357 million signing bonus and a total of $3.967 million guaranteed, Su'a-Filo is aware of the importance of this season.

Drafted in the second round two years ago, Su'a-Filo has reached something of a career crossroads. If he thrives in this third season, Su'a-Filo could establish himself as a mainstay on the offensive line.

"No doubt, it's very critical for me," Su'a-Filo said. "I have to get it done. This is my livelihood and my job and the team comes first."

If he's healthy and doesn't suffer nagging injuries, Su'a-Filo is likely assured of a starting job. Being available to square off with defensive linemen at the line of scrimmage is the first priority for him. Su'a-Filo has upgraded his conditioning this offseason, getting in extra work in the Texans' weight room along with additional workouts with linemen Duane Brown and Oday Aboushi at Hank's Gym in Houston.

"Exactly, because being healthy is key," Su'a-Filo said. "Taking care of your body has been a big emphasis for me. If you're healthy, you're available and they can use you on the field. That's my job to make sure that I'm ready. My weight is about the same. I just moved it around."

And the Texans have identified progress from Su'a-Filo as he continues to mature and grow under the tutelage of offensive line coach Mike Devlin.

"He has definitely improved," Texans coach Bill O'Brien said of Su'a-Filo. "He's in better shape. He understands our system better. He has received a ton of reps with the ones. I've seen a lot of improvement with him. The key for the lineman on both sides of the ball is when the pads go on, especially for the young lineman.

"That's really where you make a determination on how much they've improved and how good they can be, but to this point, in the unpadded practices, he has made a lot of improvement."

With a little help from the veterans

Drafted 33rd with the first pick in the second round, Su'a-Filo became the highest-drafted UCLA offensive lineman since the Baltimore Ravens picked Pro Football Hall of Fame offensive tackle Jonathan Ogden with the fourth pick of the 1996 NFL draft.

Su'a-Filo started at left guard and left tackle for the Bruins, including starting all 13 games at left tackle as a true freshman. He started 21 games at left guard and 19 games at left tackle during his collegiate career, but guard was always his best position.

Su'a-Filo was a three-year starter before declaring early for the draft after his junior season. Su'a-Filo won the Morris Trophy given to the most outstanding offensive lineman in the Pac-12 Conference, voted on by the defensive linemen in the conference.

Former UCLA coach Rick Neuheisel regularly called Su'a-Filo a "dancing bear" because of how his nimble footwork belied his bulky frame.

Su'a-Filo is seeking upgrades in his strength after missing two years of weightlifting while serving on his missions. He's also devoted to gleaning knowledge from older linemen like Brown and right tackle Derek Newton.

"I just want to use this time before training camp to make sure I'm focusing on the right things," Su'a-Filo said. "I want to keep building on what I started this offseason and make sure I come back ready to attack camp day by day instead of looking down the road.

"I learn so much from Duane about how to be a pro. He's a pro's pro, and I've learned so many things from him on and off the field about being a professional, about taking care of your body. I try to do a lot of things that he does. My locker is next to Newton. He's quiet, but he leads by example. I like to pick their brains."

Prove he belongs here

Su'a-Filo doesn't want to be labeled a draft bust after being picked ahead of Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr and New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo.

He's intent on succeeding and justifying the Texans' faith and hefty investment in him.

"I've been here three years and expectations are big as far as being in an offense like this and knowing and understanding the concepts," Su'a-Filo said. "I love Houston. It's been wonderful to my family, and the Texans are a wonderful organization. This is where I want to be. I enjoy everything about being here."
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Staying healthy will be his main priority. He suffered a high ankle sprain in the preseason last year, which soon turned into a significant compensatory calf issue, both which hounded him all the way through the first half of the regular season. Then in the latter quarter of the season, he dealt with a shoulder issue...........and re-injured his calf. Calf issues can be a long-term chronic recurrent problem as we saw with Foster.
 
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Just discovered that UDFA Tevin Jones from Memphis was from League City (across Clear Lake from me). Pro day results look good, must have been an average player. His 2015 stats of 13 games 22 receptions for 316 yds and 4 TDs make me wonder why he was not targeted more?

Dates: 04/06/16
Height: 6021
Weight: 217
40 Yrd Dash: 4.48
20 Yrd Dash: 2.63
10 Yrd Dash: 1.63 225 Lb. Bench Reps: 18
Vertical Jump: 36 1/2
Broad Jump: 10'05"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.18
3-Cone Drill: 6.88
 
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Staying healthy will be his main priority. He suffered a high ankle sprain in the preseason last year, which soon turned into a significant compensatory calf issue, both which hounded him all the way through the first half of the regular season. Then in the latter quarter of the season, he dealt with a shoulder issue...........and re-injured his calf. Calf issues can be a long-term chronic recurrent problem as we saw with Foster.
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I dunno but just not very reassuring when they've got a story about a guy now in his third year who was drafted extremely high for an interior Olineman. Somehow seems like a player that's still in a probationary period of his career rather than one who is and should be entering into the peak and most productive years of his time in the NFL.
 
PapaL said:
Slow offseason type of article. Goes over roster and draft. Nothing earth shattering:

Texans offseason report: Offseason brought far more than QB Brock Osweiler
http://www.usatoday.com/story/sport...brock-osweiler-lamar-miller-houston/87163692/
Eric Prisbell, USA TODAY Sports 2:48 p.m. EDT July 16, 2016
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It was a decent recap until they got here:
Tight end
C.J. Fiedorowicz, a 6-6 third-round pick from Iowa in 2014, is primarily a blocking tight end, and he is a good one. He caught 17 passes for 167 yards and one touchdown last season. Ryan Griffin, who has been rehabbing an Achilles tendon, caught 20 passes for 251 yards and two touchdowns.
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Were they watching the same guy I was??
 
In order to sign Ra’Zahn Howard, the Texans have had to place UD CB Richard Leonard on the waived injured list. He is unlikely to be picked up by another team as on June 9 of this year he underwent surgery to repair a torn hamstring. Although not specifically characterized, the most common hamstring tear to require surgery is of the proximal hamstring tendon (hamstring muscle tears are not surgically treated). Such a surgery will require 6-9 months to recover.If this is indeed his injury, it has been shown that approximately 75-85% of athletes with a surgical repair return to their previous level of play. The Texans will probably reclaim him and immediately place him onto the injured reserve list and see how his rehab goes.
 
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In order to sign Ra’Zahn Howard, the Texans have had to place UD CB Richard Leonard on the waived injured list. He is unlikely to be picked up by another team as on June 9 of this year he underwent surgery to repair a torn hamstring. Although not specifically characterized, the most common hamstring tear to require surgery is of the proximal hamstring tendon (hamstring muscle tears are not surgically treated). Such a surgery will require 6-9 months to recover.If this is indeed his injury, it has been shown that approximately 75-85% of athletes with a surgical repair return to their previous level of play. The Texans will probably reclaim him and immediately place him onto the injured reserve list and see how his rehab goes.
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The Chronicle sez Leonard must clear waivers before he can be placed on the injured reserve list. Do you think he'll clear waivers? Seems like a good prospect.
 
ObsiWan said:
It was a decent recap until they got here:

Were they watching the same guy I was??
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I agree as I was fan during his college and thought he would be very good for Houston. I have seen evaluations of him have a good 2015. I want to be fair but I just didn't see what I wanted to.
edit: 1 catch a game average even at 10 yards per, doesn't earn his money IMO. His blocking did little to enthuse either. Hopefully, better QB will help him.
 
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The Chronicle sez Leonard must clear waivers before he can be placed on the injured reserve list. Do you think he'll clear waivers? Seems like a good prospect.
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In my post, I essentially related that he would likely clear waivers because of the length of time required for recovery...........and that if this is the case, the Texans would bring him back on the Injured Reserve list for the 2016 season. That would give them a better idea of what they may expect from him in the future, as he does seem to have good potential if he can return to his pre-injury level of play.
 
Texans' Whitney Mercilus has become 'complete player'
By Aaron Wilson
July 20, 2016 Updated: July 20, 2016 10:55am


Whitney Mercilus' breakthrough season was punctuated by his emergence as one of the top pass rushers in the game.

The Texans' outside linebacker utilized speed and power and a creative approach to defeat blocking schemes and provided a 3-4 defense with a bookend presence to operate opposite star defensive end J.J. Watt, the NFL Defensive Player of the Year. They became the most productive pass rushing tandem in the NFL last season.

Mercilus recorded a dozen sacks during the regular season and piled up three more sacks during an AFC wild-card playoff game loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Mercilus wasn't just a one-dimensional player, though.

The 6-4, 258-pound former first-round draft pick from Illinois became a more well-rounded player as a run-stopper as he finished the season with 50 tackles, 14 for losses, 16 quarterback hits, one forced fumble and a fumble recovery. Mercilus was an effective edge-setter, preventing running plays from getting outside of him and turning back plays to the inside or making tackles himself.
"What was different is I developed into a little bit more of a full player as to concentrating a lot on my technique, which was pass rush that stood out," Mercilus said. "I got a lot better in my run-stopping game. That turned me into a complete player. Just staying healthy and making sure I'm available on the field, so I can perfect my craft every time."

Signed to a $26 million contract extension a year ago that included a $5.25 million signing bonus and a total of $10.681 million guaranteed, Mercilus justified the Texans' investment. He was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Month in December when he had 5 ½ sacks.

He's recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him during the spring and went to California this summer to work with a specialized trainer.

Mercilus wants to get off to a much faster start this season after registering zero sacks in the first five games of last year before breaking out with two sacks of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles in an October road victory. He's continuing to devote himself to a disciplined diet prepared by his private chef, Underbelly owner Chris Shepherd, along with a strenuous training regimen that includes martial arts and working with New Jersey-based body technique coach Jay Caldwell.

"Pretty much to continue that, it's all about just making sure I do exactly pretty much the same things I did well last year and eliminate the bad things I did last year," Mercilus said. "Starting off a little bit faster a little bit sooner at the beginning of the season and not lingering around until about half of the season to turn it on."

In the playoff game, Mercilus sacked Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith three times for losses of 17 yards and finished with eight tackles and four quarterback hits in the season finale.

Mercilus became much more instinctive as the season went on for the Texans' third-ranked defense.

"Part of that is completely up to the coaches, the way they break the game down for us to understand the game so we don't have to take a second thought of, 'Should I run through this gap or make this play?'" Mercilus said. "That allows us to be humming to the ball."

Mercilus is entering his fifth NFL season and has 30 career sacks and five forced fumbles.

This marks his third season playing in defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel's 3-4 scheme.

"It was a great deal we accomplished what we did, but that was last year," Mercilus said. "We can't rest on that reputation. We have to move forward and make sure we continue what we did at the end of last season and start from there."
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J.J. Watt has endured a number of injuries and hasn’t missed a game yet.

But there’s reason for concern as the Texans’ superstar defensive end was about to head to training camp.

According to John McClain of the Houston Chronicle, Watt has undergone back surgery, and will open camp on the physically unable to perform list.

Watt is expected to be fine by the start of the regular season.

Watt played through a number of problems last year including a broken hand and hadoffseason surgery for a sports hernia. But he’s continued to make himself available and play at a dominant level, so he’s earned some benefit of the doubt.

https://www.google.com/amp/profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/07/21/j-j-watt-undergoes-back-surgery-to-start-camp-on-pup/amp/
 
texan279 said:
J.J. Watt has endured a number of injuries and hasn’t missed a game yet.
But there’s reason for concern as the Texans’ superstar defensive end was about to head to training camp.

According to John McClain of the Houston Chronicle, Watt has undergone back surgery, and will open camp on the physically unable to perform list.
Watt is expected to be fine by the start of the regular season.
Watt played through a number of problems last year including a broken hand and hadoffseason surgery for a sports hernia. But he’s continued to make himself available and play at a dominant level, so he’s earned some benefit of the doubt.

https://www.google.com/amp/profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/07/21/j-j-watt-undergoes-back-surgery-to-start-camp-on-pup/amp/
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DBCooper said:
Please lock this thread and keep Dr Reaper out of here!
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But seriously, I want to hear if this "Watt will be ready for the season" is truth or wishful thinking. Remember this report came from McClain. Pancakes' recent reporting history has me worried that Watt may never play again.
So, good or bad, I want to hear what our Doc has to say.
 
ObsiWan said:
LoL
But seriously, I want to hear if this "Watt will be ready for the season" is truth or wishful thinking. Remember this report came from McClain. Pancakes' recent reporting history has me worried that Watt may never play again.
So, good or bad, I want to hear what our Doc has to say.
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If you remember, all along I have said that due to his concentration of consecutive specific types of major injuries (no doubt extended in severity by continuing to play with already established significant injuries), I have great concerns about Watt's ability to quickly return to play and to good health without re-injury and compensatory injuries.........let alone a return back to Superman status. I made it known that my feelings were that there was a significant chance that we may not recognize the Watt we knew pre-injury. The responses to my concerns were essentially that I was way off base and that Watt would come back quickly and as good as new. I may indeed be way off base (and I hope I am), but I still remain very guarded concerning Watt's return status.

[I wish that injury articles/posts would be posted in the Injury thread for easy reference/retrieval.]
 
CloakNNNdagger said:
If you remember, all along I have said that due to his concentration of consecutive specific types of major injuries (no doubt extended in severity by continuing to play with already established significant injuries), I have great concerns about Watt's ability to quickly return to play and to good health without re-injury and compensatory injuries.........let alone a return back to Superman status. I made it known that my feelings were that there was a significant chance that we may not recognize the Watt we knew pre-injury. The responses to my concerns were essentially that I was way off base and that Watt would come back quickly and as good as new. I may indeed be way off base (and I hope I am), but I still remain very guarded concerning Watt's return status.

[I wish that injury articles/posts would be posted in the Injury thread for easy reference/retrieval.]
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Thank you good sir. Nothing wrong with being prepared for the worse case scenario.
And I'll try to remember that Injury thread in future.
 
The Texans have re-signed WR Quenton Bundrage and waived Richard Mullaney.
[Mullaney took part in the Texans rookie mini-camp but sat out the majority of OTAs and Mandatory Mini-Camp with an undisclosed injury.]
 
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My random thought today: It's almost TC time. Can't wait for something to actually argue with you asshats over. I'm sick of rehashing the old arguments. GRRRRRR!!!!! :D
 
DocBar said:
My random thought today: It's almost TC time. Can't wait for something to actually argue with you asshats over. I'm sick of rehashing the old arguments. GRRRRRR!!!!! :D
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Well then lets argue over the Texans medical staff showing their ineptness once again in regards to the handling of JJ's back injury.
 
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