Real McClappy Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: That is a career number for Smith, right? No way he has had 71 targets this year! Has to be. I got Smith at 5 targets 4 catches this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: That is a career number for Smith, right? No way he has had 71 targets this year! You caught me, I am terrible at lying but since a whopper has been repeated I figured I'd add one. 5 throws, 4 catches. 80% completion rate and 20% TD rate. He has been playing 9 years, 4 for Oakland and 4 for Buffalo with 8 TDs. Hoping for a 9th this game making it once per year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mykidsdad Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 They decided to bench Josh Allen in favor of Rob Johnson. Surprise move. Johnson is double taping his shoes now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden*Wheels Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Man....this is kind of crazy. If he makes an impact early I really think Houston will be like who the f is this guy???? And it'd all flow from there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 27 minutes ago, GunnerBill said: I do worry. Our Special Teams are a constant worry to me. That’s only because it is totally unpredictable as to what can happen on punts and kickoffs... not that I do but smoke refer it may relax you....? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden*Wheels Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Just now, Don Otreply said: That’s only because it is totally unpredictable as to what can happen on punts and kickoffs... not that I do but smoke refer it may relax you....? It's not helping me yet....I'll try again!!!! 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Doc said: Yeah I meant he'll be wide along with Brown and Beasley will be in the slot. Duke made his case against the Jets. But it's not a hard decision to make. Sitting Gore or Lee Smith is a much harder call to make and I don't see him doing it. Sit Lee, Play Gore, Play Yeldon, Sit Sweeney- Duke fills that roll almost Edited January 4, 2020 by billsfan_34 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideNine Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 This probably has more to do with Foster's poor play last week, others that McD feels can man the gunner role on ST, and Roberts having an "iffy" foot injury. For a few years in the system Foster still has a lot of work to do on his route running, but not gonna pile on and hope the kid can keep working and getting better. He should be doing everything he can to learn from Brown who has similar speed and build, but has great route polish, creates separation, and awareness of when he needs to make himself a target because Josh is scrambling. Got to play the guys who can play and contribute. Duke does not have that break away speed, but his routes are crisper, he can high-point the ball, and he will fight for them and yards. He can secure a more consistent role if brings his blocking and helps Josh feel confident throwing 50/50 balls his way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Duke just pulled a Rob Johnson on Robert Foster's Flutie. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Texans weakness is the short to intermediate middle of the field. They are terrible there. Josh is good there. Beasley, Duke, TE's, and Singletary could all have a chance at a monster day today where they should all excel. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 38 minutes ago, Luka said: I really hope you're trolling. Our starting gunner is inactive. It definitely wouldn't be trolling to express concern. I'm sure it's something the coaching staff took into account when determining whether or not to activate Williams. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Keep in mind Duke is also essentially playing a home game today for the first time since Highschool. He is from Reserve, Louisiana which is 300 miles from Houston. Im sure his whole family and friends will be there. Redemption game of all time!!!!! Lets Go!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In Summary Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 108 receiving yards = playing time in the following game. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 10 minutes ago, wppete said: Keep in mind Duke is also essentially playing a home game today for the first time since Highschool. He is from Reserve, Louisiana which is 300 miles from Houston. Im sure his whole family and friends will be there. Redemption game of all time!!!!! Lets Go!! Did not know that. Thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphadawg7 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 (edited) Now what are the haters gonna say with their favorite slam not valid anymore of “Well coaches don’t think much of him either or he would be active.” 20 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Our starting gunner is inactive. It definitely wouldn't be trolling to express concern. I'm sure it's something the coaching staff took into account when determining whether or not to activate Williams. Oh come on, there are several guys who can and will play gunner. You guys act like Foster was the best gunner in history of NFL and not replaceable lol. Edited January 4, 2020 by Alphadawg7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Alphadawg7 said: Now what are the haters gonna say with their favorite slam not valid anymore of “Well coaches don’t think much of him either or he would be active.” Oh come on, there are several guys who can and will play gunner. You guys act like Foster was the best gunner in history of NFL and not replaceable lol. It’s as simple as Duke outplayed/out-practiced Foster and they think WR is more important than gunner. They didn’t want Foster in the offensive game plan because they don’t trust him. This is win or go home. They have other guys who can play on PR/KR coverage. Edited January 4, 2020 by YoloinOhio 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphadawg7 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: It’s as simple as Duke outplayed/out-practiced Foster and they think WR is more important than gunner. They didn’t want Foster in the offensive game plan because they don’t trust him. This is win or go home. They have other guys who can play on PR/KR coverage. Exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 8 minutes ago, Alphadawg7 said: Now what are the haters gonna say with their favorite slam not valid anymore of “Well coaches don’t think much of him either or he would be active.” Oh come on, there are several guys who can and will play gunner. You guys act like Foster was the best gunner in history of NFL and not replaceable lol. Our two backup gunners are corners where we are already down a starter. I am worried about special teams. There was a way of getting Duke up without sitting Foster IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideNine Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 (edited) 40 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Our starting gunner is inactive. It definitely wouldn't be trolling to express concern. I'm sure it's something the coaching staff took into account when determining whether or not to activate Williams. Truth, and credit to Foster for doing what he could to contribute on ST. I think we will see Siran Neal take that gunner role as he has done that well before, but he plays with a kind of reckless abandon and has had a few shoulder injuries so we just need him to hold up. Borq is not contending with New Era winds so should be getting coached to punt and put more air under his punts tomorrow. Part of being a good NFL punter is understanding the conditions at different fields. Hoping we get the solid field-tilting Borq, not the shank it 20 yards Borq. We force the Texans to march the length of the field I think we get some turnovers. Getting stoked for *TODAY! Correction and panic after a ridiculously busy week. Edited January 4, 2020 by WideNine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDays Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Just now, WideNine said: Getting stoked for tomorrow. I might be the first one to tell you this but the game starts in 2 minutes! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Duke will be holding court in Houston secondary!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JinxedBill Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Good. Duke deserves it over Foster. Let’s hope the change up in gunner doesn’t result in a big special teams gaff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starrymessenger Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 I give Coach credit for making this move, partly because it involves some assumption of risk. We don't know what his practices have been like but Duke doesn't have much if any game day live action experience with Allen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideNine Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 7 minutes ago, HappyDays said: I might be the first one to tell you this but the game starts in 2 minutes! Holy *****! OMG, I have to ditch the wife. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bfanlc Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Idk Foster seems to add something to this team. Whether it's a deep threat or a handoff behind the line of scrimmage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 2 minutes ago, Bfanlc said: Idk Foster seems to add something to this team. Whether it's a deep threat or a handoff behind the line of scrimmage. Did you just see that diving catch DUUUUUKE just made? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bfanlc Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 For 7 yards yes. .need something deep. Not saying Duke shouldn't be active. Just think he could be useful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PetermansRedemption Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 I don’t get it. They leave him inactive. Finally activate him and use him on the majority of snaps ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 DUUUUUUKEEEE I ❤️ DUUUUKEEEEEE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoBills! Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 23 minutes ago, PetermansRedemption said: I don’t get it. They leave him inactive. Finally activate him and use him on the majority of snaps ? Secret weapon for playoffs. Almost had a TD there hopefully the ankle is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillnutinHouston Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Perfect throw to Duke, should have been a TD but overall a great half from our receivers. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent 91 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 3 hours ago, Not at the table Karlos said: With Watt coming back and Ford having an up and down year smith is going to be needed Today perhaps but Watt is injured so let's cage him up. Ford looks really decent now... especially with the dog feliciano is helping, its beautiful 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conlan58 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Just now, BillnutinHouston said: Perfect throw to Duke, should have been a TD but overall a great half from our receivers. Allen could not have put up a better ball there. Hope that isnt the difference at the end! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 1 minute ago, Conlan58 said: Allen could not have put up a better ball there. Hope that isnt the difference at the end! Yup, perfect throw. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 DUUUUKEEE is the real deal folks!!!! Great effort on the End Zone play, good play by the DB. This man is amazing! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Real McClappy Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Paying off so far. So wish he came down with that TD. Damn close. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 DUKE!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
947 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 Even that missed TD shows that Duke can do things nobody else on our roster can. He needs to play every game. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent 91 Posted January 4, 2020 Share Posted January 4, 2020 2 hours ago, Rc2catch said: I do wish for his success. But I cannot lie I low key hate his guts through no fault of his own because of the non stop threads on him hourly/daily/weekly. Id love for him to be a good contributor for the team but in the back of my head all I can think of is 500 more “I told you so” threads to the coaching staff from all our genius GM’s on here ??? Lol this is usually me too but Duke is a mismatch so... I'll allow it. Besides hes the only non midget WR we have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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