It's not that bad,
Reid/Rankins can play
Gotta trust the coaches on Atkins,
That's funny coming from you ....
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It's not that bad,
Reid/Rankins can play
Gotta trust the coaches on Atkins,
I don't have my expectations that high for this year either but I feel like the potential is there for lightning in a bottle. I'm saving my hopes of being the real deal for next year assuming Watson stays healthy.
That's funny coming from you ....
Maybe this is the new OD.
Kubiak did really well with the players from the Sr Bowl when he 1st started, My point is they got a better chance to evaluate these guys than we did,
I actually liked Atkins, he looked pretty good last yr. However for the record I would've picked Richardson here.
I have similar concerns about the O-line, pass rush, ST's and coaching. I think there's a good chance my coaching concerns could be relieved this year if we see improved ST's play, better clock management and the offense running close to what it was w/ Watson running the show last year. BOB's got some experience under his belt and if he's legit -- we should see it on the field this year. I don't think that we're going to have the pass rush or O-line play to be an elite team this year though (hoping I'm wrong about this). I think that by next year, we could add those missing pieces, but there's still a chance that everything goes right this year.And Watson IS good. But He's coming off injury with a suspect line. A bad run game and bad coaching. Hopkins is the only threat. Special teams aren't and have never been special. Defense is counting on stars coming off injury.
All while the jags, tits, and colts get better. This is a 5 win team purely because of Watson. Implosion is inevitable. Next year around now We'll be wondering how the new coach handles things.
I have similar concerns about the O-line, pass rush, ST's and coaching. I think there's a good chance my coaching concerns could be relieved this year if we see improved ST's play, better clock management and the offense running close to what it was w/ Watson running the show last year. BOB's got some experience under his belt and if he's legit -- we should see it on the field this year. I don't think that we're going to have the pass rush or O-line play to be an elite team this year though (hoping I'm wrong about this). I think that by next year, we could add those missing pieces, but there's still a chance that everything goes right this year.
More of a receiver. Blocking needs work. Former WR and is considered a hybrid TE/Wideout. Good movement skills, soft hands, can catch the ball smootly in full stride, adjust for off target throws, effective on crossing routes. Did not work out at combine because of knee injury. 6’-3”, 245. We got a receiver not a blocker.
I'm agnostic about this year -- not optimistic. I'd say that the odds are similar for only winning 5-6 and winning 11-12 -- not likely. I'm pegging hopes on next year and think we'll still see some exciting football this year if we have a healthy Watson.Sounds very very optimistic. You - most, sound oblivious to the very real chance at s 5-6 win season.
He missed all but 2 games his sophomore year (2015) for what was reported to be a "knee injury." In fact, it was a right ACL rupture which required surgery. He wore a brace for the 2016 season, a season which still saw non elite performance as he tried to complete rehab and build muscle for his transition from WR to TE. His refraining from running at the Combine was not due to his knee, but rather because of a hamstring injury.
I'm agnostic about this year -- not optimistic. I'd say that the odds are similar for only winning 5-6 and winning 11-12 -- not likely. I'm pegging hopes on next year and think we'll still see some exciting football this year if we have a healthy Watson.
And kubiak went from 12-4 to something like 2-14 in one season no?
I wanted Ian Thomas when our pick came up but what makes me OK with this pick is that the Texans coached BOTH Akins and Thomas side by side at the Senior Bowl and decided Thomas was the better fit for what they want to do. OB said he was reinventing the offense and it looks like he's going to be bringing more of Watson's Clemson concepts judging by the types of player we've brought in. They spent a week with the guy, not a normal predraft visit, and decided he's the guy they want. And i'm excited to see him stretch the seam like we haven't seen since OD was here.
Also, not to be rude but if you're comparing Akins to Stephen Anderson you have no idea what you're doing.
Anderson was a 220 lb slot in an Air Raid that ran about four different routes.
Akins is a 250 lb TE that played actual TE and appears to run the entire route tree from that position. He has a clean release even when shaded by a DE or LB, he's not a great blocker but he can chip and then get out on his way.
I've been doing homework on him all morning and I'm seeing him as our #2 TE day one with a clear ceiling advantage over Griffin. He'll never be a true Y so you'll have to be creative but this guy can play.
Same here. I've been trying to either get excited or hate the pick.
I'm actually excited.
I'll feel better if he can make it through TC without r-einjuring his hamstring.Texans TalkAaron Wilson@AaronWilson_NFL 10h10 hours ago
Jordan Akins on his hamstring: 'Jordan Akins is fully recovered' Says he's good to go at rookie minicamp
Thanks for the update.He missed all but 2 games his sophomore year (2015) for what was reported to be a "knee injury." In fact, it was a right ACL rupture which required surgery. He wore a brace for the 2016 season, a season which still saw non elite performance as he tried to complete rehab and build muscle for his transition from WR to TE. His refraining from running at the Combine was not due to his knee, but rather because of a hamstring injury.
We have the decided advantage of CnD's opinion with injuries. I really wish the Texans did also.That's what happen when your quarterback is physically and then mentally broken.
Worst part is that we all knew that lis franc injury was the end of Schaub and Tricky Rick didn't .... never made an any real attempt to solidify the position just a bunch of mid to late round picks and has been or never was free agents between the acquisition of Schaub and The Blundering Wizard of Oz who was a total train wreck.
Nice sensible assessment.It's apparent that O'Brien really wanted this player. O'Brien has demonstrated in the past that he's willing to overpay to get the player he wants (Will Fuller), and his plans don't care about anyone's draft grade.
My take: We've never had a 250+ lbs player who glides around a football field like a figure skater.
That doesn't look like a Steven Anderson clone to me. He has abnormal body control for that size, and his frame naturally deflects punishment. Look at the hit he absorbs at 2:30 in the video. He struts off while the defender lies injured on the field. He's going to be the guy running crossing routes and taking the hits over the middle instead of Hopkins.
The age is a knock, but having already been a professional for four years, he'll ramp faster than your typical 22 year old rookie. Think about your aptitudes as a 22 year old college graduate vs a 26 year old with world experience. He could contribute early.
He reminds me a bit of Delanie Walker of the Titans.
Where did Ti get this information that bob is going to “Clemson’s old offense”?Honestly, with Watson and going to B.Ob “New Offense” which is Clemson’s “Old Offense” with more Inside zones to stay true to form, a blocking TE isn’t as necessary. A move TE / H Back is more prevalent for the run actions and play fakes.
Akins excelled in the flat off playaction and up the seam on playaction, both huge voids with teams scheming Watson. Good pick because we have Watson. With other QBs, ehhhhhh.
Won’t be an issue? Lol.That was from two different coaches and gms ago. I don't think the age will be an issue.
Only knock? Lol he’ll be 30 years old when he gets his second contract. If he even gets one. Sure theres a chance Watson will make him look good because the guy can catch and run but this was a reach by any standard. There were better prospects available and this guy could of been had later. Way later!Now that people have had a chance to sit down and take a look, he looks pretty impressive. His age is the one knock.
Mostly because of the high incidence of injuries, the average career in the NFL is about 3 1/2 years. So, no, age is not nearly as important. If they can get 6 or 7 years out of him, that would be well worth the pick.
Where did Ti get this information that bob is going to “Clemson’s old offense”?
Was it this or once the O-line broke down?improvising once said quick read is played correctly by the defense.
I feel better about this 3rd round pick than I have about almost any of Rick Smith's 3rd round picks. And this guy has impressive moves on film. If he is a willing blocker and can improve that part of his game, this is a steal.
Not happy. Sell.
Yall have to realize the young man was a wide receiver at first. Then his coach moved him to TE. It will take some time for him to get use to his blocking assignments let alone knowing how to do the entire job as a TE. That is why he got low grades in that area.
Are you sure? I read he was a backup TE that had to play outside to get game time?