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Week 10: Texans vs Bengals. Can we pull off the Upset?

With the current injury report. I think we would be asking way too much for a win.

I just want to see the offense be aggressive because I know CJ will play well going back to Ohio.

Defensively.....missing a ton of guys. Not sure how you stop Joe Burrow, but I guess that is what good coaching is for so hopefully Demeco can really mask some coverages to get after their QB.

I just got done watching the Panthers All 22. I don't think Reich or that GM will make it to next year. I feel horrible for Bryce.
 
corry said:
With the current injury report. I think we would be asking way too much for a win.

I just want to see the offense be aggressive because I know CJ will play well going back to Ohio.

Defensively.....missing a ton of guys. Not sure how you stop Joe Burrow, but I guess that is what good coaching is for so hopefully Demeco can really mask some coverages to get after their QB.

I just got done watching the Panthers All 22. I don't think Reich or that GM will make it to next year. I feel horrible for Bryce.
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Bryce footwork is terrible. I'm so glad that Caserio wasn't allowed to draft that midget. Carolina has some veteran offensive minds, but no coaching is going to help the midget. This is just another in the long line of failed midget QB experiment.
 
steelbtexan said:
Bryce footwork is terrible. I'm so glad that Caserio wasn't allowed to draft that midget. Carolina has some veteran offensive minds, but no coaching is going to help the midget. This is just another in the long line of failed midget QB experiment.
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His footwork is not terrible. He has a horrendous scheme and his OL is full of traffic cones. CJ couldn't perform in that offense anywhere near what he is doing here. I also don't think Bryce would be this good in this offense. So there is that.
 
corry said:
His footwork is not terrible. He has a horrendous scheme and his OL is full of traffic cones. CJ couldn't perform in that offense anywhere near what he is doing here. I also don't think Bryce would be this good in this offense. So there is that.
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I don't know.

I remember watching Bryce Young in the preseason & at the beginning of the season. Seemed like he had good pockets to throw from. He had a lot of time to wait for someone to get open. When he played the Texans he had time & did pretty well.

Maybe DCs keyed on something, adjusted & now the pressure gets to him more often than not. His coaches have not been able to counter what the DCs are doing.

I believe Cj was killing teams over the middle. The teams adjusted & started taking away the middle. Cj & Slowick got better outside the numbers & it's a new day.

So it's possible Slowick could have seen the issue plaguing Bryce & Reich would still try to force Cj to play his way... who knows?

Coaching matters.
 
thunderkyss said:
I don't know.

I remember watching Bryce Young in the preseason & at the beginning of the season. Seemed like he had good pockets to throw from. He had a lot of time to wait for someone to get open. When he played the Texans he had time & did pretty well.

Maybe DCs keyed on something, adjusted & now the pressure gets to him more often than not. His coaches have not been able to counter what the DCs are doing.

I believe Cj was killing teams over the middle. The teams adjusted & started taking away the middle. Cj & Slowick got better outside the numbers & it's a new day.

So it's possible Slowick could have seen the issue plaguing Bryce & Reich would still try to force Cj to play his way... who knows?

Coaching matters.
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If you are a football junky watch the first 10 mins...

Bryce Young Week 9 Analysis - YouTube

Brutal. They need to clean house.
 
They already invested far more on defensive side with Will Anderson Jr. than CJ Stroud, Juice Scruggs and Tabk Dell combined, so I don’t want to hear that crap. It’s now about drafting and developing the best player available, period.

Can the Bengals beat the Battle Red Hot Texans that’s what I wanna know?
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thunderkyss said:
I saw it. Like I've been saying, either Reich doesn't want to help Bryce or can't. I'd sit Bryce, start Dalton for a couple of weeks & find out which it is.
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I think the owner needs to step in and tell them to sit Bryce the rest of the year or until they can fix that line.

All these hits, and getting hit before he can even go through reads is going to cause more harm than good.

It will kill his instincts and turn him in to a passive happy footed QB. Not what you want.
 
Can we deactivate someone and bring back TJ Yates for this one? The Bengals will poop their pants at the sight of ol TJ!!

The run game has got to get going at some point. This Sunday would be a great time for it. Give me 10-13 play, clock eating scoring drives. Keep ol McCulken on the sideline. Give me a game that goes under the total and the Texans have a great shot at the win.

Defense HAS to ramp up the pass rush and quit playing that soft prevent junk at the end of the half and game.

I’m anxious to see how this goes after the big win last week. Just don’t go lay an egg!
 
I'd keep a lid on it until game time but if I was Cal I'd find a phone and see if T.J. Yates was interested in hanging out on the sidelines Sunday. I really would. Just a fun thing to do and a little reminder to everyone that sometimes what probably shouldn't be possible actually happens.
 
austins23 said:
Can we deactivate someone and bring back TJ Yates for this one? The Bengals will poop their pants at the sight of ol TJ!!

The run game has got to get going at some point. This Sunday would be a great time for it. Give me 10-13 play, clock eating scoring drives. Keep ol McCulken on the sideline. Give me a game that goes under the total and the Texans have a great shot at the win.

Defense HAS to ramp up the pass rush and quit playing that soft prevent junk at the end of the half and game.

I’m anxious to see how this goes after the big win last week. Just don’t go lay an egg!
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Maybe it’s just the J and CJ will have the same mojo.

JJ did!
 
Hervoyel said:
It's already a win of sorts that this Texans team has done enough for us to say that with a straight face.
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Yep. We've never had that QB that has the "they left too much time on the clock" assassin ability.

NOW we do! :texflag:

Hervoyel said:
I'd keep a lid on it until game time but if I was Cal I'd find a phone and see if T.J. Yates was interested in hanging out on the sidelines Sunday. I really would. Just a fun thing to do and a little reminder to everyone that sometimes what probably shouldn't be possible actually happens.
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haha I dig it. I was chatting with a friend the other day about the Texans/Bengals history.

Bring back the mojo of the Bengal Killer:

TJ Yates 2.jpg
 
corry said:
His footwork is not terrible. He has a horrendous scheme and his OL is full of traffic cones. CJ couldn't perform in that offense anywhere near what he is doing here. I also don't think Bryce would be this good in this offense. So there is that.
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You might want to watch his feet at the top of his drop. Especially on the 2 ints for TD's.

Caldwell worked with Manning, Reich with Rivers, McCown is said to be a QB savant. I don't think coaching is the problem with Young.

Some guys are great college players and their games don't translate to the NFL.
 
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Lucky said:
So Dallas is watching the Texans, huh?
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Yes, showing the Texans is usually a last resort up there. Can't say I blame them the last few years. They frequently opt for showing a division rival (Giants, Eagles, 'Skins) game at noon if available.

I'd like to think "CJ-is-good-for-bidness" played a part in it.

Dallas dominates the afternoon game due to their large following. We always get their game in Houston. I really hate it when the Cowboy game is the only game in the afternoon... :(
 
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htownfan32 said:
Higgins out but Chase might be playing so there is that.

Tyler Boyd isn't mincemeat either as a WR2
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Don't forget Mixon. Covering the RB has been a particular weakness for the Texans defense.

If this isn't a trap game for the Bengals, I don't know what a trap game is (and maybe I don't). That doesn't make this a Texans win. They're also coming off an emotional game. I think the Bengals will rest who they can for the Ravens 4 nights later. The key is the Texans offense vs the Bengals defense. The Texans have the fewest turnovers and interceptions thrown in the league. The Bengals defense have the most interceptions in the league. Strength on strength.
 
Lucky said:
.........The Texans have the fewest turnovers and interceptions thrown in the league....
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I was just fixin to post this overlooked stat:

Texans lead the league in fewest turnovers with 5 (1 INT, 4 fumbles).

Bengals are tied for 2nd with 6 (4 INT, 2 fumbles).

Bengals are tied for 1st with +9 giveaway/takeaway.

Texans are tied for 3rd with +5 giveaway/takeaway.

Bengals defense tied for 2nd with 11 INTs. Texan defense has just 4 INTs on the year.

All to say, the turnover stat may be one to keep an eye on in the game...

www.espn.com

2024 NFL Team Turnovers Stat Leaders - ESPN

ESPN is the place for NFL stats! Find a list of the Turnovers team stat leaders for the 2024 NFL Regular Season.
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steelbtexan said:
I hope they stay far away from Higgins.

The one guy I would like to see them add on each side of the ball in FA would be, Offense A.J.Dillon, Defense Wilkins. If those guys are available.
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I'm warry of Wilkins because he wants the record but I don't think he's THAT good.
 
austins23 said:
Can we deactivate someone and bring back TJ Yates for this one? The Bengals will poop their pants at the sight of ol TJ!!

The run game has got to get going at some point. This Sunday would be a great time for it. Give me 10-13 play, clock eating scoring drives. Keep ol McCulken on the sideline. Give me a game that goes under the total and the Texans have a great shot at the win.

Defense HAS to ramp up the pass rush and quit playing that soft prevent junk at the end of the half and game.

I’m anxious to see how this goes after the big win last week. Just don’t go lay an egg!
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Hervoyel said:
I'd keep a lid on it until game time but if I was Cal I'd find a phone and see if T.J. Yates was interested in hanging out on the sidelines Sunday. I really would. Just a fun thing to do and a little reminder to everyone that sometimes what probably shouldn't be possible actually happens.
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Would it really be TJ that the Bengals are scared of or Arian Foster?
 
There is this thing called a running game in the NFL, but the Texans don't employ one. They do throw passes to their RBs though. And the RBs block a little. Other than that, not much.
 
Thorn said:
There is this thing called a running game in the NFL, but the Texans don't employ one. They do throw passes to their RBs though. And the RBs block a little. Other than that, not much.
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Imagine drafting a RB early in next years draft, will be a strong possibility. Probably could start a draft thread covering next years crop that better fit Slowick system.
 
I'm not optmistic on this one....
Burrow will abuse our defense
But I predict a great battle between these two great QBs
 
Texans’ Will Anderson Jr, Robert Woods, Blake Cashman practice

Texans rookie starting defensive end Will Anderson Jr. returned to practice after being out one day with a knee injury.

Veteran wide receiver Robert Woods returned to practice from a foot injury and is working toward playing Sunday.

Starting linebacker Blake Cashman returned to practice from a knee injury after missing one practice.


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Cashman is the one I'm most worried about.
 
Sweech said:
I'm warry of Wilkins because he wants the record but I don't think he's THAT good.
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He's probably top 5-8 in the league and just about to hit his prime. I'm paying him, drafting Sweat and following the 49ers model.
 
Texans QB C.J. Stroud excited for Ohio return even if he expects 'booing'
Published: Nov 09, 2023 at 10:37 AM
Nick Shook
Around The NFL Writer

A record-setting performance is the ideal precursor to a homecoming of sorts. C.J. Stroud will enjoy the fruits of such a sequence this Sunday in Cincinnati.

The home of the Bengals isn't exactly next door to Columbus, Ohio, the site of Stroud's Ohio State University, but it's close enough. And in Ohio, there are only two types of football fans -- those who support Ohio State, and those who do not -- meaning he can count on plenty of Buckeyes fans showing up for his team's trip to Paycor Stadium.

They just might not be there to support his Houston Texans. That's fine in Stroud's eyes; He's just there to do what he did plenty of in scarlet and gray: Win games in the Buckeye State.

"Yeah, man. I'm excited," Stroud said Wednesday, via the team's transcript. "I know it'll be a couple Ohio State fans there, maybe. But they'll probably be booing me that day, so it is what it is, and I'm excited to go back to Ohio and play. I wish it was a little colder. [laughs] Nah, I'm happy it's not cold. But yeah, for sure, I'm excited."

Sunday makes for an interesting matchup. Joe Burrow reigns in Cincinnati as the chosen savior of the Bengals, delivering an AFC title in 2021 and an AFC North title in 2022, and he's an Ohio product, growing up less than 150 miles from Cincinnati in the much smaller area of Athens, Ohio. He's also a former Buckeye, even if the folks down in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, bristle at this notion.

Effectively, this is a showdown of two former Buckeyes, even if Burrow transferred to LSU in order to receive a chance to start at quarterback for the Tigers. Stroud isn't from the state, though: The Southern California kid just so happened to rise late in his recruiting process (via his Elite 11 showing) and ended up following the bread crumbs to Columbus.
 
corry said:
With the current injury report. I think we would be asking way too much for a win.

I just want to see the offense be aggressive because I know CJ will play well going back to Ohio.

Defensively.....missing a ton of guys. Not sure how you stop Joe Burrow, but I guess that is what good coaching is for so hopefully Demeco can really mask some coverages to get after their QB.
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That's what I'm thinking. Woods and Collins are probably out. Nelson and Ward out. Anderson and Cashman may be out too. That's a lot of big injuries to overcome.

Either Metchie or Hutchinson will have to step up on offense. Horton, Harris, and whoever the hell is playing safety opposite Pitre will have to step up too. If Stingley plays, that will help. If he's not ready, we're starting two backup CBs and a third string safety against Burrow.

Winning this game will take a tremendous team effort and outstanding coaching.
 
My only wonder, about any of this, is how games of hero ball can Stroud put together? We've already seen what he's capable of, how often does he do that is the only question left. That we got lucky and found ourselves a real NFL QB has already been answered. Once we get a defense that can hold Stroud's lead in a game, and somehow somewhere find a running game, the Texans are going to be a seriously difficult team to stop.
 
steelbtexan said:
My point about her stands.

She got lucky. But hey I would rather be lucky than good.
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SteelB: I want the truth. Did you tell Caserio to draft Stroud?

Hannah: You can't handle the truth. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who have spent years entertaining himself by bashing the Texans draft picks and then the one time we get it right, you question the manner in how we picked Stroud. You want me in the draft room, you need me in the draft room. I would rather you just say "thank you" and go on your way.

SteelB: Did you tell Caserio to draft Stroud?

Hannah: You damn right I did!
 
CloakNNNdagger said:
Texans QB C.J. Stroud excited for Ohio return even if he expects 'booing'
Published: Nov 09, 2023 at 10:37 AM
Nick Shook
Around The NFL Writer

A record-setting performance is the ideal precursor to a homecoming of sorts. C.J. Stroud will enjoy the fruits of such a sequence this Sunday in Cincinnati.

The home of the Bengals isn't exactly next door to Columbus, Ohio, the site of Stroud's Ohio State University, but it's close enough. And in Ohio, there are only two types of football fans -- those who support Ohio State, and those who do not -- meaning he can count on plenty of Buckeyes fans showing up for his team's trip to Paycor Stadium.

They just might not be there to support his Houston Texans. That's fine in Stroud's eyes; He's just there to do what he did plenty of in scarlet and gray: Win games in the Buckeye State.

"Yeah, man. I'm excited," Stroud said Wednesday, via the team's transcript. "I know it'll be a couple Ohio State fans there, maybe. But they'll probably be booing me that day, so it is what it is, and I'm excited to go back to Ohio and play. I wish it was a little colder. [laughs] Nah, I'm happy it's not cold. But yeah, for sure, I'm excited."

Sunday makes for an interesting matchup. Joe Burrow reigns in Cincinnati as the chosen savior of the Bengals, delivering an AFC title in 2021 and an AFC North title in 2022, and he's an Ohio product, growing up less than 150 miles from Cincinnati in the much smaller area of Athens, Ohio. He's also a former Buckeye, even if the folks down in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, bristle at this notion.

Effectively, this is a showdown of two former Buckeyes, even if Burrow transferred to LSU in order to receive a chance to start at quarterback for the Tigers. Stroud isn't from the state, though: The Southern California kid just so happened to rise late in his recruiting process (via his Elite 11 showing) and ended up following the bread crumbs to Columbus.
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Thousands of Ohio State fans will be in attendance Sunday, CJ will not hear any boos. They love the kid.
 
Earl34 said:
SteelB: I want the truth. Did you tell Caserio to draft Stroud?

Hannah: You can't handle the truth. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who have spent years entertaining himself by bashing the Texans draft picks and then the one time we get it right, you question the manner in how we picked Stroud. You want me in the draft room, you need me in the draft room. I would rather you just say "thank you" and go on your way.

SteelB: Did you tell Caserio to draft Stroud?

Hannah: You damn right I did!
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Actually Hannah went over Cal’s head and went straight to mama . Lmao
 
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