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Houston Texans 2012 NFL Draft Thread

Discussion in 'Houston Texans' started by Rockets34Legend, Apr 26, 2012.

  1. rpr52121

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    But do you go for the big legs with accuracy issues like Wiggs or Walsh or the consistent guy who probably won't get you the 50 yarders like Bullock?
     
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    I doubt they draft a QB. I think they will sign an undrafted QB to be a potential practice squad player. I think they will draft a kicker in the 6th round. Taylor Thompson from SMU is still on the board I think he is one of the most intriguing players in the draft moving from DE to TE. I also wouldn’t be surprised they drafted a running back to be there third back.
     
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    True, 3rd RB is another need as well.
     
  4. No Worries

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    Texans have had some luck signing undrafted RBs.
     
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    Would rather see how Colt McCoy checks out.

    As far as tight end , just draft or sign some tall guy who played baskteball. Who knows he may turn into Graham or Gates (great blocker too).
     
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    Can't believe Childs was still there. Totally forget he was in this draft.
     
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    Bullock...he's capable of hitting 50 yarders. In college, its a lot harder to hit a 50+ yard FG, so its not attempted as much. The accuracy is incredibly important, moreso than being able to hit a 56 yarder instead of a 51 yarder.
     
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    Wouldn't surprise me if Burfict went undrafted. Horrible combine and character questions.
     
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    o rly?
     
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    Don't think he goes undrafted, lots of talent, yes questionable character (especially his temper) but that guy could do some damage in Wade's system next to Cushing.
     
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    I watched Bullock for 4 yrs at A&M. We were on pins and needles during most of those 40 yarders. A lot felt like they skated over the crossbar, because before his senior year he was definitely not a sure thing from beyond 40.

    Another thing with Bullock, is that he does not get many touckbacks.
     
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    2 picks left for us, right? Could go TE, FB, K, or QB. Knowing the Texans, it'll probably be BPA.
     
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    Why exactly is CB Dennard from Nebraska falling so far down?
     
  14. sugrlndkid

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    Do we get that Big safety George Ikola??? or Do we get another WO (Jones or Streeter)
     
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    Thompson just drafted to the Titans
     
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    His size might be that detterent...might be a late pick...6th or 7th rounder
     
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    im seriously surprised iloka (safety from boise) is still on the board, all the mocks i saw never had him dropping below the third round. i think he'd be great value for us so late even though we're pretty stocked at safety. concerns may be coming from the idea that hes too big and lacks a true position. i disagree with that but that may be what teams are thinking.
     
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    I really don't see them drafting a K. You sign a proven vet, especially if you expect to be in the playoffs. The last thing you want to do is find out deep into the season that your rookie has a case of shrinkage.

    ILB makes sense, but it seems that Sharpton and James are already penciled in there.

    They could stand to replace Jason Allen, but they may think Harris and Carmichael will bounce back.

    QB maybe...but again, I wonder if they may prefer a seasoned vet if Yates is the backup.

    TE and FB strike me as the positions that are the biggest need at this point. FB's a little easier to to find value this late.
     

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