The Houston Texans have come into the season with higher expectations than ever before. After closing out the 2008 season with an 8-8 record, they should have high expectations. It was a young team and should only improve.
This was a team that seemed to improve a bit each season during the past few years, and after an 8-8 finish, with a solid offensive core and an improving set of defenders, many claimed that the Houston Texans had a legitimate shot to win the division or make the playoffs.
The week 1 loss to the Jets made many wonder what was going on. The offense simply wasn't there. After a week 2 win for the Texans and a Jets win that shut down the Patriots' offense, maybe it was simply a matter of the Jets defense being extremely effective during the first two weeks of the regular season. I do believe this was the case against the Jets, not to mention the stellar performance of Matt Sanchez as well.
Many people believe that the Houston Texans could make a run at the playoffs this year. Steve Slaton had a huge rookie year and if he can continue to improve, that offense is extremely dangerous.
Andre Johnson once again looked like the best wide receiver in the NFL, and despite the absence of Kevin Walter, the offense was more than efficient thanks to the fill-in role of Jacoby Jones.
Looking at the week 2 result for the Houston Texans shows that the team was able to rebound from a tough game, playing very efficient football in Tennessee against the Titans. Everything clicked offensively for the Titans during their week 2 game. Matt Schaub had over 350 yards in the air at quarterback and reached the end zone four times. Andre Johnson was phenomenal at wide receiver, and backup WR Jacoby Jones did a nice job filling in for Kevin Walter.
If the Texans fall behind in games they will need to throw the ball more often, and teams will adjust and keep a tight lid on Andre Johnson.
It's still too early to tell, but I do believe the Texans have a shot to make the playoff appearance all their fans have been hoping for! - 29967
This was a team that seemed to improve a bit each season during the past few years, and after an 8-8 finish, with a solid offensive core and an improving set of defenders, many claimed that the Houston Texans had a legitimate shot to win the division or make the playoffs.
The week 1 loss to the Jets made many wonder what was going on. The offense simply wasn't there. After a week 2 win for the Texans and a Jets win that shut down the Patriots' offense, maybe it was simply a matter of the Jets defense being extremely effective during the first two weeks of the regular season. I do believe this was the case against the Jets, not to mention the stellar performance of Matt Sanchez as well.
Many people believe that the Houston Texans could make a run at the playoffs this year. Steve Slaton had a huge rookie year and if he can continue to improve, that offense is extremely dangerous.
Andre Johnson once again looked like the best wide receiver in the NFL, and despite the absence of Kevin Walter, the offense was more than efficient thanks to the fill-in role of Jacoby Jones.
Looking at the week 2 result for the Houston Texans shows that the team was able to rebound from a tough game, playing very efficient football in Tennessee against the Titans. Everything clicked offensively for the Titans during their week 2 game. Matt Schaub had over 350 yards in the air at quarterback and reached the end zone four times. Andre Johnson was phenomenal at wide receiver, and backup WR Jacoby Jones did a nice job filling in for Kevin Walter.
If the Texans fall behind in games they will need to throw the ball more often, and teams will adjust and keep a tight lid on Andre Johnson.
It's still too early to tell, but I do believe the Texans have a shot to make the playoff appearance all their fans have been hoping for! - 29967
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