Texans vs. Cowboys fake game canceled

Arky · #1 08-30-2017, 10:57 AM

No game.

So the players can be be with their families. Drying out time. So, just 3 preseason games this year. Might make the cuts a little tougher....

HPF Bob · #2 08-30-2017, 11:45 AM

I'm of two minds. It's very difficult to play such an intense game when your heart isn't in it and I understand many players don't have the right mindset because of the tragedy. However, with roads impassable and many filling shelters and hotels with people who *can't* go home, why add 150+ people who could be elsewhere doing something better?

Were I a player, I would be looking to get my family out of town - not trying to join them in Houston. Houses can be rebuilt. Neighborhoods can be cleaned up and made liveable again. Wardrobes and furniture can be repaired or replaced. Getting the family to safety should be the first priority.

I wonder if any Week 1 games are going to be postponed?

chuck · #3 08-30-2017, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by HPF Bob

I wonder if any Week 1 games are going to be postponed?

It would not surprise me to see the league move the first game to Florida and play the game with the Jags later in the season in Houston.

That is an enormous logistical challenge but it might be necessary.

barrett · #4 08-30-2017, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by chuck

It would not surprise me to see the league move the first game to Florida and play the game with the Jags later in the season in Houston.

That is an enormous logistical challenge but it might be necessary.

I think the Texas Rangers already vetoed the Jags and Texans swapping home games.