*******The Official Houston Texans 2023: The reign of Meco thread************

628,408 Views | 8722 Replies | Last: 7 mo ago by Texan_Aggie
Ryan34
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
11:00a, 1/21/24
AG
The Texans are in a very good spot. They have most of the key things filled: HC, QB, LT, DE, CB. Even Nico Collins looked like a #1 this year. Christian Harris might be on a star trajectory under DeMeco. Plus lots of cap space.

I think they'll target DB and DL in free agency. Lots of CBs in free agency, and it's a light year in the draft. I think we try to keep Rankins, but the other DTs and backup DEs are just whatever we could find. Not sure if we keep Greenard or try to get someone with more size. Greenard is a good player though, so I'm inclined to keep him.

From there, we could target best available in the draft. Still would need upgrades at MLB, WR, S, and overall depth, but nothing desperate so we could let the board fall to us.

Also, still not convinced Slowik gets a HC job. He shouldn't even consider Carolina (they should be in a David Culley/Lovie Smith candidate pool), so that leaves 5 jobs. Mike MacDonald, Ben Johnson, Mike Vrabel should all be above Slowik. Then maybe Belichick, Bienemy, Harbaugh, and some other coordinators too.
Reply Quote
3
JCA1
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Ryan34 • 11:07a, 1/21/24
AG
Ryan34 said:
The Texans are in a very good spot. They have most of the key things filled: HC, QB, LT, DE, CB. Even Nico Collins looked like a #1 this year. Christian Harris might be on a star trajectory under DeMeco. Plus lots of cap space.

I think they'll target DB and DL in free agency. Lots of CBs in free agency, and it's a light year in the draft. I think we try to keep Rankins, but the other DTs and backup DEs are just whatever we could find. Not sure if we keep Greenard or try to get someone with more size. Greenard is a good player though, so I'm inclined to keep him.

From there, we could target best available in the draft. Still would need upgrades at MLB, WR, S, and overall depth, but nothing desperate so we could let the board fall to us.

Also, still not convinced Slowik gets a HC job. He shouldn't even consider Carolina (they should be in a David Culley/Lovie Smith candidate pool), so that leaves 5 jobs. Mike MacDonald, Ben Johnson, Mike Vrabel should all be above Slowik. Then maybe Belichick, Bienemy, Harbaugh, and some other coordinators too.


Agree with this. We're in a good spot. While we have a bunch of free agents, very few are essential. I'd prioritize Greenard, Schultz, Nelson and maybe Fairbairn. But none are worth breaking the bank for and we can probably get comparable production elsewhere if they do walk.

We've got plenty of money to make a run at whoever we want and we're now an attractive destination to boot. Potential Super Bowl team in a warm weather city in a no-income tax state.
Reply Quote
4
1 edit
Ag_07
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
12:08p, 1/21/24
AG
I'm probably in the minority but I wish they'd stay away from oiler blue.

Forget the Oilers all together. This is a different franchise and has nothing to do with the Oilers. A good portion of the fanbase has no recollection of the Oilers at all.

Move on and be unique instead of grasping on to the past.
Reply Quote
2
RVAg02
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
12:36p, 1/21/24
AG
I grew up a cowboys fan not an Oilers fan, so I couldn't care less about the Oilers or their color. I just like blues in that general style.

But mostly I just like those red helmets from this year. Anything that incorporates that is good with me.
Reply Quote
2
Pahdz
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Ag_07 • 12:42p, 1/21/24
Ag_07 said:
I'm probably in the minority but I wish they'd stay away from oiler blue.

Forget the Oilers all together. This is a different franchise and has nothing to do with the Oilers. A good portion of the fanbase has no recollection of the Oilers at all.

Move on and be unique instead of grasping on to the past.


Obviously this was all planned before this seasons success. However, after beating the Titans on their stupid retro day, I'd love for the club to just ditch the Columbia blue accents altogether and say "nah, we don't need that stank anymore"
Reply Quote
2
AgLA06
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to The Porkchop Express • 1:26p, 1/21/24
AG
Oline is the biggest glaring need.

Not only pass pro, but also a complete lack of running game in the playoffs.


Reply Quote
15
gougler08
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to AgLA06 • 1:38p, 1/21/24
AG
AgLA06 said:
Oline is the biggest glaring need.

Not only pass pro, but also a complete lack of running game in the playoffs.




Yep, the difference in the Texans OL vs the other 3 teams that played yesterday was massive
Reply Quote
10
Ag_07
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
1:48p, 1/21/24
AG
Saw this posted in Premium but hadn't seen it here



I think this would hurt more than Slowik getting a HC gig. Would love to keep JJ here and be the heir apparent when Bobby does depart.
Reply Quote
3
Ryan34
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Ag_07 • 2:14p, 1/21/24
AG
I think taking that job would be a mistake. Dennis Allen is firmly on the hot seat and hard to see how they improve with their cap situation.

Then again, if Slowik does stay this year and the Saints clean house next year, we could bring Jerrod back with a year calling plays under his belt.
Reply Quote
1 edit
The Porkchop Express
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
2:17p, 1/21/24
AG
It's odd how TexAgs posters believe Jerrod Johnson, an Aggie, is the key to the entire coaching staff.
Reply Quote
4
Ryan34
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to The Porkchop Express • 2:22p, 1/21/24
AG
The Porkchop Express said:
It's odd how TexAgs posters believe Jerrod Johnson, an Aggie, is the key to the entire coaching staff.

DeMeco is the key, but losing both Jerrod and Slowik would be tough.
Reply Quote
5
dixichkn
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to AgLA06 • 2:37p, 1/21/24
AG
AgLA06 said:
Oline is the biggest glaring need.

Not only pass pro, but also a complete lack of running game in the playoffs.


Not only that but the D line as well. We're sorely lacking in big uglies on both sides of the ball

Free agents, I think we work to keep Greenard and Kaimi. I know, kickers, but having a really good one on hand is essential. Ask the 2012 Aggies.

Re: the unis…….I'm with some of y'all on here. If we can't keep the Oilers name, then I'm really not all that interested in keeping their colors. I'm fine with the look we have right now TBH

Great year overall and can't wait to run it back next fall
Reply Quote
1
Ryan34
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
2:52p, 1/21/24
AG


That's a much better job than the Saints (feels weird saying that). If Slowik stays, JJ should take that job if offered.
Reply Quote
BayAg_14
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
3:24p, 1/21/24
Mike Evans with CJ. Gimme.
Reply Quote
10
Texan_Aggie
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
3:24p, 1/21/24
AG
Do we get extra draft picks if Jerrod goes an OC somewhere?
Reply Quote
ac
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Texan_Aggie • 3:28p, 1/21/24
Texan_Aggie said:
Do we get extra draft picks if Jerrod goes an OC somewhere?


No, Assistants are freely allowed to move. Especially if a promotion is involved.
Reply Quote
1
Texan_Aggie
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to ac • 3:46p, 1/21/24
AG
No, meant because he is a minority hire. It may be only GM/HC, but the Ravens got an extra couple picks when we hired Culley
Reply Quote
2
KidDoc
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
5:46p, 1/21/24
AG
So do we have enough cap to pick up Mike Evans and Derrick Henry? I'm guessing no.....
No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See full Medical Disclaimer.
Reply Quote
Ag_07
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
6:02p, 1/21/24
AG
Michael Pittman Jr would be a helluva an add if the age of Mike Evans scares us away.
Reply Quote
2
dixichkn
User Profile Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Ag_07 • 6:40p, 1/21/24
AG
Ag_07 said:
Michael Pittman Jr would be a helluva an add if the age of Mike Evans scares us away.
I don't think the age of Mike Evans scares anyone away. It'll be the money if anything
Reply Quote
tjack16
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
6:42p, 1/21/24
AG
Mike Evans is 30. No reason at all you can't give him a good 3 or 4 year deal
Reply Quote
3
shady
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
7:11p, 1/21/24
AG
Mike's career earnings are listed at $110 million.

Wonder if he would be willing to give his hometown team a slight discount to come home.
Reply Quote
IrishAg
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to tjack16 • 7:23p, 1/21/24
tjack16 said:
Mike Evans is 30. No reason at all you can't give him a good 3 or 4 year deal


Not being antagonistic here, but who was the last 30+ WR that signed a big contract who actually lived up to it? I'm a huge Mike Evans's fan, but I believe it would be a mistake for the Texans to give him a top WR contract for 3 to 4 years.
Reply Quote
5
tjack16
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to IrishAg • 7:28p, 1/21/24
AG
IrishAg said:
tjack16 said:
Mike Evans is 30. No reason at all you can't give him a good 3 or 4 year deal


Not being antagonistic here, but who was the last 30+ WR that signed a big contract who actually lived up to it? I'm a huge Mike Evans's fan, but I believe it would be a mistake for the Texans to give him a top WR contract for 3 to 4 years.


How many of those big contract guys showed the consistency that Evans has? A lot of those guys were more hype than production (OBJ, Brown, etc)
Reply Quote
3
1 edit
JCA1
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
7:37p, 1/21/24
AG
Guys over 30 can definitely be risky. But I'd be willing to risk it with Evans. He's been very durable and with his size and strength, I think he can still be effective if he loses a step.
Reply Quote
2
Cartographer
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
7:58p, 1/21/24
I hope we can get a guy like Evans. Would be a great pick up if the value is there. That said, you just gotta draft well and build a real oline that can clear for the run. This team is a running game away from great things. Hopefully they can re-sign some of the defensive players that had a big impact.
Reply Quote
1
IrishAg
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to JCA1 • 8:14p, 1/21/24
JCA1 said:
Guys over 30 can definitely be risky. But I'd be willing to risk it with Evans. He's been very durable and with his size and strength, I think he can still be effective if he loses a step.


Honestly, would you be this enthusiastic if he wasn't an Ag?
Reply Quote
8
The Porkchop Express
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
8:23p, 1/21/24
AG
I don't mind signing Evans if he doesn't mind being WR2/3.
Reply Quote
Cartographer
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to IrishAg • 8:23p, 1/21/24
I mean… 13 more TD's?

I would think we should be stoked.
Reply Quote
2
KidDoc
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to IrishAg • 8:25p, 1/21/24
AG
IrishAg said:
JCA1 said:
Guys over 30 can definitely be risky. But I'd be willing to risk it with Evans. He's been very durable and with his size and strength, I think he can still be effective if he loses a step.


Honestly, would you be this enthusiastic if he wasn't an Ag?
10 years of 1000+ yard seasons? Great red zone receiver with his physical stats? Yup, the ag tag is just a bonus!

Mike Evans Career Stats - NFL - ESPN
No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See full Medical Disclaimer.
Reply Quote
8
Mr.Bond
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to The Porkchop Express • 8:27p, 1/21/24
AG
The Porkchop Express said:
I don't mind signing Evans if he doesn't mind being WR2/3.



Mike would absolutely be #1 with Nico and Tank imo
Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.


MAGA

Reply Quote
3
IrishAg
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Cartographer • 8:36p, 1/21/24
Cartographer said:
I mean… 13 more TD's?

I would think we should be stoked.
Yes, I mean that would be awesome, but you have Nico Collins who made 1 million this year with about the same stats as Mike Evans who made 16 million this year, and on a new WR reset will probably be asking for at least 20 million a year. Is that production worth a max contract that will significantly impact our salary cap for a guy who, according to every analytic measure, has hit his peak? Evans might be able to hold up, he's an awesome player, but analytics shows that the age of 30 is a very big age for WRs and production/wear and tear.

If Evans was willing to come for a hometown discount of 10 mil a year or something, then hell yeah. But, I think we could do much better with our money than signing a top flight receiver who, according to probability, is starting on the downward side of his career.
Reply Quote
2 edits
Mr.Bond
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
8:37p, 1/21/24
AG
I love these helmets. So damn fire
Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.


MAGA

Reply Quote
2
Ags #1
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
8:38p, 1/21/24
AG
Kickers have been missing some critical kicks this week
Reply Quote
4
IrishAg
User Profile
Private Message
Ignore User Stop Ignoring
How long do you want to ignore this user?
24 hours One week Permanently Cancel
In reply to Mr.Bond • 8:39p, 1/21/24
Mr.Bond said:
I love these helmets. So damn fire
Those look so good
Reply Quote
First Page Last Page
Page 212 of 250 ▼
 
×
subscribe Verify your student status
See Subscription Benefits
Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial.