Will
Houston ever live down not selecting Reggie Bush? I think
not. Even with the obvious collective thinking that running
backs aren't worth more than a 3rd round pick in trade these
days, the Texans still can't stay off the NFL Comedy Central
billboards. But, I must say, in this fantasy sports world
fans live in, its easy to see why the Texans will be hard-pressed
to prove Marion Williams' worth. Personally, I still like
the move they made, though obviously Houston didn't have
good luck with Dominick Davis-Williams' knee problems, and
thus the Texans signed the speedy Ahman Green to a new deal.
The league has proven over the last few years, stud defensive
linemen are worth more than running backs, even studs. It
will be interesting to see how the speedy back fits into
that Denver Bronco system. I really think, despite the Texans
continued failure to produce a winning season, that this
Houston team is on the rise. I don't know if David Carr
will ever be the guy Gary Kubiak wants him to be, but I
do think Carr can be a solid player if the Texans ever get
an offensive line that gives him a second to think before
he throws. We'll see. He might not get another chance in
Houston, but as of this article, David remains in Houston.
Williams could find his way back to the team, but the signing
of Ahman Green, and back ups like Wali Lundy and Samkon
Gado, might make Williams expendable, especially with his
remaining knee troubles. Overall, I think the Texans took
a step forward in 2006, but that doesn't always mean good
things, as Houston fell off the map after nearly hitting
.500 in 2004.
Recent
Records:
2004:
7-9 2005: 2-14 2006: 6-11
Off-Season
Plans:
The
Texans have cut more players than they've added this free
agency season, but that's not a bad thing. Especially for
a young team looking to build their future stock. Every
good program knows you're supposed to build a winner through
the draft, and then add a couple key free agents to push
you over the top. Seeing as though the top is stories and
stories from the floor Houston currently operates from,
a slow free agency period is a smart move. Adding a proven
back like Ahman Green to a solid contract is a smart move
though, as at least they have a veteran to show their young
kids the ropes in 2007. Green may be aging, but I think
his running style is a perfect fit in Houston, now if they
can only get their lineman healthy and ready to block. Houston
will have plenty of options with their first round pick
in the '07 Draft. Adding another defensive lineman might
not make the fans smile from ear to ear, but it could do
wonders for their record next season, and everyone knows,
that's how you get butts in seats. If Brady Quinn falls
to the Texans, don't expect him to tumble any further, as
surely Quinn's accuracy and ability to run a pro scheme
is something Kubiak is going crazy for. However, I think
their will be better moves for the Texans, like adding a
star defensive back (LaRon Landry), or defensive end (Gaines
Adams), or tackle. Also, Houston could move down if they
don't get the man they covet, as more picks is more better
for a Texans teams that could improve anywhere. Don't put
it past the Texans to shuffle up or down on draft day, as
they're looking for any way to improve.
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