Random Thoughts

HPF Bob · #1 12-03-2019, 12:48 AM

If J.J. Watt is possibly healthy enough to return for the playoffs, I hope the Texans say absolutely nothing to discourage that idea. The reason being that if opposing teams *think* Watt could play, they will have to devote some time to gameplanning for him.

Activate him, dress him and let him stay on the sidelines if he isn't capable of playing. If O'Brien really wants to get wild and crazy, line up Watt as a tight end on some play, send him in motion and then have him run himself out of the play so he doesn't make contact. That will freak out their DC as much as their OC. Mind games, folks.

Also, how soon do we have to pay Watson some real money? Once his rookie contract is up, we are going to have to pay him Russell Wilson money and if you thought some people went crazy over trading Clowney, they'll burn down the stadium if we trade Watson.

Arky · #2 12-04-2019, 03:18 AM

I believe Watt said he feels great - just waiting on clearance from the doctors...

As for Watson, he'll probably command a top notch salary. If he stays healthy, I got no problem with it (it's not my money). He seems to be kinda wiry strong with a good constitution. He doesn't seem to be the greedy type or want to play hard ball so perhaps he will be reasonable...

nunusguy · #3 12-04-2019, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Arky

I believe Watt said he feels great - just waiting on clearance from the doctors...

As for Watson, he'll probably command a top notch salary. If he stays healthy, I got no problem with it (it's not my money). He seems to be kinda wiry strong with a good constitution. He doesn't seem to be the greedy type or want to play hard ball so perhaps he will be reasonable...

Pulling the trigger on a big payday for a young QB is risky business in the NFL, or for that matter so is paying a vet FA Super Bowl QB champ like the Jags did Foles it would seem. But Tribisky is a disaster with the Bears and so is Goff in LA.
I'm almost there with Watson on his big payday but lets see how the rest of the season plays out including another opportunity in the P/Os for our young star QB.

HPF Bob · #4 12-16-2019, 11:54 AM

O'Brien says Watt will have a final MRI during Week 17 and, if cleared, will be put on the roster for the playoffs. It's noted that if he re-tears the muscle, he should be healed by the time the 2020 season begins after another surgery.

I think Watt's impact on game preparation makes him someone I'd activiate even if he was not cleared to play. Just suit him up and announce he'll be activated to force the other team to gameplan for him whether he is used or not.

Arky · #5 12-16-2019, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by HPF Bob

O'Brien says Watt will have a final MRI during Week 17 and, if cleared, will be put on the roster for the playoffs. It's noted that if he re-tears the muscle, he should be healed by the time the 2020 season begins after another surgery.

I think Watt's impact on game preparation makes him someone I'd activiate even if he was not cleared to play. Just suit him up and announce he'll be activated to force the other team to gameplan for him whether he is used or not.

Well, if they do activate him, I don't expect him to be 100% for a game or two (or three) until he gets his full game stamina adjusted. But yeah, if he's feeling fine, got clearance and wants to give it a shot, throw him out there.... I'm thinking he'll get better the longer the Texans can stay in the playoffs.

nunusguy · #6 12-17-2019, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Arky

Well, if they do activate him, I don't expect him to be 100% for a game or two (or three) until he gets his full game stamina adjusted. But yeah, if he's feeling fine, got clearance and wants to give it a shot, throw him out there.... I'm thinking he'll get better the longer the Texans can stay in the playoffs.

And what does your crystal ball tell you about how long the Texans stay in the P/Os ?