That's Football...That's Life: Matt10's Houston Texans

[Matt10]

This is a report I have been doing on other forums - reason for no updates recently is due to a faulty xbox DVD-ROM drive. Currently waiting for the upgrade.

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Bruce Gradkowski has been signed for $5.7M, 4 years.
Gary Kubiak on Gradkowski: "Bruce will fit into our system as the third string quarterback, possibly backup to Matt Schaub depending on how he does in practice. He has a lot to prove and I am confident that he is not going to settle for being a third stringer."

Matt Schaub on Gradkowski: "I think it is great for us to snag Bruce. He had a great college career and still has a lot to prove in the NFL. I understand he has had a string of bad performances in the NFL, but hopefully he will get his chance if I ever leave the team...till then - probably not."

Ahman Green's knee injury extended from 4 weeks to 7 weeks.
Texans Physio, Tom Colt: "Ahman has faced an injury that will keep him out instead of the originally stated 4 weeks. It appears the knee tendonitis has worsened over the course of a couple of days and proper treatment is now being applied."

Gary Kubiak on Ahman Green: "As I said before, this injury is devastating - but now it is really up to which running back, Steve Slaton or Chris Taylor, wants to step up. I will decide by the end of this week on who the starter will be. After last week, my center has the best chance at grabbing the starting job [laughs]."

The Texans and Jaguars currently occupy the bottom barrel of the AFC South, while the Titans and the Colts are on top.



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Ron Dayne has been signed for $1.72M, 2 years.
Gary Kubiak on Dayne: "This was a late signing for us because we thought it would be possible to run a two-back game with Chris Taylor as backup to Steve Slaton, but there were no subs in place after those two. I think Ron is the perfect man for the job as he can really bring the load when called upon."

Kris Brown on Dayne: "I'm the kicker - why the hell are you asking me?"

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Titans rookie running back, Chris Johnson, has demanded a trade - and has now been placed on the Trading Block.

Chris Johnson: "I do not want to be a Titan any longer. I may be a rookie, but I'm the fastest one out there - it's time to go shopping. I'm not going to say what my problems are with this franchise, but let's just say I want to start - and I'm not starting here."

Jeff Fisher (Titans Head Coach) on Chris Johnson: "This is between Chris and his agent. As far as we are concerned, this is an issue of ego and it's unfortunate to be happening when we are already in the season."

Gary Kubiak (Houston), Lovie Smith (Chicago), Ken Wisenhunt (Arizona) on Chris Johnson: "Yes! Me want."

Teams Interested in Johnson:

1. Houston Texans - offer sent.
2. Chicago Bears - offer sent.
3. Arizona Cardinals - offer sent.
4. New York Giants - offer status unknown.
5. New York Jets - offer status unknown.
6. Detroit Lions - offer status unknown.

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The Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans have had a falling out in regards to the Chris Johnson trade proposals. According to our sources, the trade is working in Favor of the Texans, but are not willing to give up only a 1st Rounder, and the Titans are only wanting to give away Johnson - and only Johnson as, "Every other Titan is happy in Nashville".

Texans GM Rick Smith: "What we have here is a simple lock out. They not only want a 1st Round draft pick, but our 2nd Rounder as well. To me it looks like they are just taking advantage of the situation and I honestly think if they keep that up - Johnson won't be going anywhere."

Titans GM Mike Reinfeldt: "Call it what you will, we are losing a premier running back - and are making sure we get what he's worth out of any deal. For one we are not going to go over and beyond for our division rivals, I'm not about to make them better."


Teams Interested in Johnson (as of 9/24/08):

1. Houston Texans - offer sent (rejected).
2. Chicago Bears - offer sent (under review).
3. Arizona Cardinals - offer sent (under review).
4. New York Giants - offer sent (under review).
5. New York Jets - offer status unknown.
6. Detroit Lions - offer status unknown.





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The Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans have agreed on a trade that is grabbing the nation's attention:

Texans send:
WR Kevin Walter, CB Jacques Reeves, 2nd Round Pick (2009)

Titans send:
RB Chris Johnson, CB Cortland Finnegan, 2nd Round Pick (2009)


Texans GM Rick Smith: "I want to thank the Tennesse Titans organization for helping us put this together and working with us the whole way. It took some convincing for Cortland [Finnegan] to be part of the deal, but I am sure he will be happy as a Texan."

Titans GM Mike Reinfeldt: "It's a smart trade, we are an organization that is about keeping the family happy - and Chris Johnson was not helping that agenda. Losing Cortland in the deal is going to set on our minds, but Jacques Reeves is an adequate replacement. Not to mention we grabbed a 2nd-round pick out of the trade, which is going to come in handy when the Texans are dead last in the NFL."

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WR Chad Jackson has been signed for $6.85M, 5 years.

Gary Kubiak on Jackson: "With Kevin Walter gone, we needed a replacement - and Chad fits the bill. He has the agility and speed we need from a second wide receiver, it will come down to whether or not he has the hands that will place him behind Andre Johnson."

Chris Johnson on Jackson: "Damn, why you askn me already - I just got off the damn plane,foo! .... Naw, but I applaud Chad Jackson's effort as a free agent - his hard work has paid off...he better block well. Amen."

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This just in: RB Chris Johnson has been sidelined with food poisoning and will not play in the game versus the Jaguars.

Gary Kubiak on Johnson: "Came as kind of a shock to me, would have loved to see him work out there today - I'm confident his presence on the sidelines will motivate the team though."

Jeff Fisher on Johnson: "Muahahahahahahahaha.....!"

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Game time: RB Steve Slaton has been cleared to play after recovering from a knee injury - but is still listed as probable.

Gary Kubiak on Slaton: "The game-time decision will be from me. If Steve is healthy enough to play, he'll be backup to Johnson and special teams."

Steve Slaton: "Good to be back, time to go to work."







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*sorry for lack of info guys, lost my notes - played the game late last night, bleh - you know how it goes.

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The Cincinnati Bengals have traded QB Carson Palmer for DE Jared Allen. The Bengals have also been busy trading OLB Keith Rivers for Rams DE Leonard Little. WR Chris Henry was traded to the Chargers in exchange for ILB Stephen Cooper.

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The Kansas City Chiefs have signed SS Adam Archuleta for 3 years, $3.23M. Earlier this year, the Chiefs also signed G Chris Naeole for 4 years, $6.73M.

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QB Joey Harrington has found a new home in Dallas, signed for 3 years, $3.31M.

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RB Travis Henry was signed in week 3 by the Falcons, 5 years, $11.37M.

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FS John Lynch is now a Redskin, 5 years, $5.71M. The Redskins also signed RB Shaun Alexander for 4 years, $3.92M.

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Rookie running back, Rashard Mendenhall of the Steelers has been placed on the injured reserve list after tearing his ACL.



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Starting corner back, Fred Bennett, will miss the Lions game due to a sprained wrist suffered in the win over the Miami Dolphins last Sunday. Bennett has played in all 6 games, registering 6 tackles and 1 interception.

Adding onto the injury list is Bennett's backup, Antwaan Molden, rookie out of Eastern Kentucky. Molden has also played in all 6 games and has registered 8 tackles.

Gary Kubiak on Bennett and Molden: "We had the option of just taping his (Bennett) wrist real good, but I do not want Frank to endure any long term injuries - especially since he is the cornerstone of our defense. As for Antwaan, it's the same case but probably a little worse because of a foot injury. We are going to take some precautions when getting him set up to go again."

The good news is starting corner Dunta Robinson, who has been injured since the Ravens game in week 2, has fully recovered from his broken wrist injury.

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all caught up.

[Emac78]

The Cincinnati Bengals have traded QB Carson Palmer for DE Jared Allen. The Bengals have also been busy trading OLB Keith Rivers for Rams DE Leonard Little.

I guess the Bengals really, really wanted a pass rush. lol

[Matt10]

I guess the Bengals really, really wanted a pass rush. lol

Defense must win games for them - but without Palmer...meh. Fitzy ain't that good.

[pnovak]

Palmer for Allen? Wow! Good stuff though Matt.

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Chris Johnson's Last Big Run of 2008 (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g133/MLarnitt/?action=view&current=ds046.flv)

[packersfan4eva]

nice win, too bad losing johnson.

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LEAGUE LEADERS - As of week 8

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1. Tony Romo - Dallas - 2,602 yds, 21 TD, 5 INT
2. Tom Brady - New England - 2,042, 19 TD, 3 INT
3. Matt Hasselbeck - Seattle - 1,869, 18 TD, 4 INT

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1. Ladainian Tomlinson - San Diego - 727 yds, 5 TD, 1 FUM
2. Willie Parker - Pittsburgh - 675 yds, 5 TD, 1 FUM
3. Frank Gore - San Fransisco - 644 yds, 3 TD, 1 FUM

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1. Steve Smith - Carolina - 658 yds, 5 TD, 1 DRP
2. Terrell Owens - Dallas - 533 yds, 2 TD, 0 DRP
3. Marques Colston - New Orleans - 448 yds, 3 TD, 0 DRP

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1. Rashean Mathis - Jacksonville - 23 tackles, 7 INT, 2 TD
2. Troy Polamalu - Pittsburgh - 43 tackles, 5 INT, 2 TD
3. Bob Sanders - Indianapolis - 26 tackles, 4 INT

[packersfan4eva]

dang, mathis has 7 picks already. hope he sets the record

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AROUND THE LEAUGE - Week 8

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[jayroddog6]

I like the ESPN Templates up there, Matt. I thought about making something like that until my computer broke :(((

You beat me to it.

[PacmanFan21]

i hate you for trading for chris johnson

[Matt10]

I like the ESPN Templates up there, Matt. I thought about making something like that until my computer broke :(((

You beat me to it.

Lol. I had those in my back pocket for my BYU chise man - actually used them once, but failed horribly. Animated gif FTL!

i hate you for trading for chris johnson

I hate Chris Johnson for being injured - so in a sense - our hate is directed around the same person....or near...

[PacmanFan21]

LOL what you said.....matt10 is true

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[Lonewolf32]

nice presentation Matt , looking good..

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AHMAN GREEN HIGHLIGHT MINI (http://vimeo.com/2645821)

[Scoop]

damn, Green beasted on that TD run

[Emac78]

I wonder if Ahman Green is that good or if the Bengals' defense is that bad? Something to ponder.

I bet the Bengals are wondering why they traded away Carson right about now. I know Chad is.

[Matt10]

I wonder if Ahman Green is that good or if the Bengals' defense is that bad? Something to ponder.

I bet the Bengals are wondering why they traded away Carson right about now. I know Chad is.

Honestly, I think the Bengals were that bad. They have a stout secondary - but the linebackers just didn't make any plays. Their top tackler is Rashad Jeanty, a linebacker - but after that it's nothing but secondary players until Jared Allen (traded in deal with Vikes) who has 46 tackles.

I am seriously thinking of manually putting in Jordan Palmer - hell, I know Ocho Cinco would prefer any Palmer rather than Fitz-throw-picks.

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The 49ers have placed wide-receiver, Brandon Lloyd, on injured reserve due to a ruptured achilles.



The Chargers have placed guard, SCott Mruczkowski, on injured reserve due to a torn MCL.



The Lions have placed defensive tackle, Cory Redding, on injured reserve due to a broken kneecap.



The Steelers have placed rookie running back, Rashard Mendenhall, on injured reserve due to a torn ACL.



The Browns have placed fullback, Lawrence Vickers, on injured reserve due to a fractured arm.



The Houston Texans have placed defensive tackle, Amobi Okoye, on injured reserve due to a broken leg. Along with Okoye, the Texans have placed running back, Chris Johnson, on injured reserve due to a ruptured achilles.

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[Scoop]

good job matt, i really like the .gif format

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[CR Knight]

good stuff, as always matt. good luck against the colts.