Titans Post game discussion

[HPF Bob]

As I've commented before, Watt's stats are going to fall because he is going to get more double-teams. What concerns me is that the Texans are not pass rushing effectively from the outside. That gives the QB time to pick apart pass defenses downfield.

To Wade's credit, the defense has been noticably better in the second halves of both games. Had Schaub not single-handedly given the Titans 10 points, there would not have been all the need for the late-game theatrics.

[barrett]

Originally Posted by HPF Bob

As I've commented before, Watt's stats are going to fall because he is going to get more double-teams. What concerns me is that the Texans are not pass rushing effectively from the outside. That gives the QB time to pick apart pass defenses downfield.

To Wade's credit, the defense has been noticably better in the second halves of both games. Had Schaub not single-handedly given the Titans 10 points, there would not have been all the need for the late-game theatrics.

I agree about our pass rush. Brooks Reed is a great edge guy but hasn't sniffed the QB that I can recall. Cushing and Smith are our best rushers after Watt. It is a problem when the 34 OLBs do not crack the top 3 pass rushers for a team. Especially a team that plays as much man as we do.

[popanot]

I'd love to watch the All-22 of the last two games and focus solely on Reed and Mercilus. Maybe those two guys are doing things we just don't see or notice, but Wade's OLBs are usually very noticeable and this has to be a concern. Mercilus at least has been noticeable to me early in games, but has disappeared after the 1rst QTR. Reed I haven't seen do anything yet other than get beat in coverage by NE. Again, maybe he's doing the little things, but I want our OLBs to crush the QB once in awhile and create some turnovers. You'd think with JJ Watt on his side and often getting double-teamed, Reed would have a clear path or be one-on-one with a TE or RB much of the time. Very disappointed in our OLB play last year and so far this year.

[WMH]

At this point, I am more concerned about the OL than I am Schaub. The Titans threw the kitchen sink at us, seemed like on every play and we had few answers. The pick 6 was his signature WTF pick that he has a couple of times a year. The tipped pass was a result of pressure, coming off the left side. Wasn't a great game for Wade Smith, and D Brown has played better. Hope his ankle holds up.

Nuk is going to be a stud. Fun stuff watching him work. Martin had a really nice catch yesterday too. If he can lock down the slot, we will be in good shape for several years to come, especially with Posey showing promise.

I am hopeful the DLine will settle, now that Smith has his rust knocked off. Reminder, he hasn't been around for a month or so. Need to get more production from Reed and Mercilous. I wouldn't mind seeing Jefferson's speed off the edge for a change.