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

[Matt10]

[Kia Kaha]

wow, now thats a story line
keep em comin

[Gonzo]

I like that, I really like that.

[Matt10]

Lol - we got some Harrel haters

[Gonzo]

Lol - we got some Harrel haters

I love me some Harrell. I just love me some Schaub more!

[Matt10]

Bout damn time I figure out the TV tuner stuff. Finally have full working audio and decent picture.

We'll be in business in no time!

[Gonzo]

sure sure sure....

whatever matt, whatever man.

[Matt10]

sure sure sure....

whatever matt, whatever man.

That's why I've had no previews up...couldn't read ish right.

:seesaw:

[Woy]

Looking forward to see what takes shape in this trade drama.

[Aso]

Keep Graham Harrell.

[LopaKa]

good job getting the tuner to work, looking forward to the next update.

[Matt10]

Offensive tackle, Ryan Clady could be the only person in favor of this trade.

Alan Burge, Houston Texans Examiner

Quarterback Protection
Anyone else see the irony?

Definitely not for Graham Harrell.

What the hell was the point of this trade? How are the Texans prospering for the long run? Okay, right we get a decent player out of the trade - but seriously, our future was in Graham Harrell!

Is Matt Schaub REALLY the answer!? Honest to Texas...really? I'm sorry fellow Texans, this has to be the most ludicrous transaction I have seen from Texans management in a long time.

Let's talk a bit about Ryan Clady - okay, he is now a well established player in the league - he's been given his due credit. However, we have two considerable decent offensive tackles in Eric Winston and Duane Brown already....what was the point?

Maybe we are over reacting - as Texans fans that is a given, but maybe letting go of Texas Tech boy, Graham Harrell, is going to end up biting us in the you know where later on. It's not that I don't believe in Schaub - I just think with a little more time, Harrell could have been the best quarterback this league has seen.

I'm all for protecting the quarterback - and yes Clady might last 10-15 seasons in the game - but considering the 1-1 record and a heck of a tough game against the Titans upcoming - I'm just not feeling that so-called protection.

Alan Burge, (or 'aj' as he’s known to his Texans family and friends) joined the Examiner team after three years of writing fan-tastic articles for houstontexans.com. Alan has been following pro football since Joe Willie's guarantee and has been a regular at Houston home games since Earl's rookie season.

Alan is a Texans season ticket holder who brings his readers a blend of thoughtful analysis, passionate and insightful commentary, and well-informed opinion -- from the fan perspective. Alan's work is widely recognized and he has been heard talking Texans football many times as a guest on sports talk radio stations across the country.

Alan is a long time resident of the Clear Lake/Friendswood, Texas area and is a graduate of the University of Houston. When not immersed in all things NFL, this football addict/part-time sportswriter/aerospace enthusiast also likes to spend time with his family, travel and enjoy the great outdoors. Send Alan an email.

The Specifics
Second round consolation prize?

Losing our 1st rounder to make matters worse.Maybe we can get another steal in this year's draft....then let him go.

[Gonzo]

Awesome update dude.

I honestly like the deal, would have liked to avoid dishing away my first though.

[Matt10]

The Passing Game: Two teams, practically rivals - both quarterback specific schemes in their offense - it's going to be down to Qbs today. Texans Matt Schaub has overcome the trade drama that eventually sent rookie quarterback, Graham Harrell, to Denver. The Texans passing game will be hard to call though because Schaub has not taken a snap this year - but he will be doing so with new offensive tackle, Ryan Clady - who should provide a better form of support. On the other side of the ball will be Vince Young. Young has put up incredible numbers through two games, and will be a force to be reckoned with. The problem that might arise for Vince, however, is the fact that starting running back Lendale White is out injured - so inexperienced rookie, Damien Fletcher might hold some form of uncertainty - which could place a burden on the Titans #10 to throw the ball a bit more than usual.

The Injuries: It's still early, but the Titans are already going through their own issues as far as migraines are concerned - someone get them some ibuprofen. The one that stands out the most though is Lendale White - a back that has plagued the Texans defense since his emergence into the NFL, White will be missing today's game.

The Score: 35-17 Texans. Matt Schaub is going to make his name heard today, I think that alone is going to make a difference. The Texans defense has been playing well and the Titans offensive passing attack is stoppable. I'm fairly sure Fletcher's inexperience will build too much expectation for Young's arm. Look also for the Texans receivers to step their game up today as well considering Andre Johnson is just begging to break loose.

Pregame done by Matt10

[Matt10]