Since we have a couple Texans fans floating around here now, maybe we can get some updated rumors.

The big rumor is that they trade the #1 pick, go down, get more picks in the early second or late 1 st rd and draft an O-line.

That would be a good move if they were to truly stick with a plan like that.

I agree. They've been able to forge a decent running game with guys like Dom Davis and Jonathan Wells, so I just don't see taking Reggie Bush as really helping them that much. If they want to stick with Carr, they need to put a line in front of him and see if he can cut it.

They might try to move down a few spots and take Ferguson, but they would have to get before the Jets at 4 to make sure that he is there, as the Jets really want him too. If they move down and Ferguson isnt there, then they should look to move much farther down and get a couple of extra picks out of the deal, as the only other O-lineman worth a 1st rounder are probably Winston and Nick Mangold. They both should be considered later 1st round picks.

I have heard that the Titans are interested in Ferguson as well.

If it were in my hands, I would try to trade down to the point of taking Marcus McNeill, and if he got snatched up, I would try to trade down once again.

This is how I see it. Realistically, the Texans can do one of three things (and I am probably reiterating a lot of what has been said in this thread already):

1. Draft Reggie Bush. Personally, I think that this is a very plausible option.
Questions to ponder: Should they really pass on the chance to snag a guy like Bush?
Or is he overrated? Can he durable enough to be an every-down player in the NFL?

2. Draft Vince Young. Less likely to happen. If it does occur, maybe they could either
trade Carr for another good draft pick OR hang onto Carr and, if Young works out,
trade Carr next year.

3a. Trade the pick. Something to honestly take into consideration.
This will only happen if they only were to trade down a very limited of spots.
A lot of people seem to content on them doing this, in addition to getting another pick,
and then selecting D’Brick with their first-rounder.

3b. Make a mega-fuggin trade. Highly unlikely – but, it would be a blast to see what they could come up with.

So, I guess.....keep Carr and take Bush…..or….keep Carr and draft Vince Young……
or… draft Vince Young and see what they can get in a trade for David Carr and then trade down.


Just my 2 cents.

Not anymore. According to some sources...Fisher has said they think taking a OT at #3 isn't good value. So a deal down with NYJ could still get Houston a OT. I still like my idea of Denver trading both #1's this year for over all #1. They could take Bush...and everyone would be in awe.

I personally dont think that is a good move for Denver. While Bush would probably put up monster numbers behind that line, they have already shown numerous times that they can do that with just about anyone. With the holes that Denver has to fill I see them using those picks to shore up some of their many needs like Safety, WR, or DL.

Denver might do something crazy like that. They cut Anderson and are shopping Bell around. From an article on ESPN "Whispers around the NFL", Denver was the team that released the Ricky Williams failed drug test. They were looking at him pretty hard. Not to mention looking at T.O as well. It seems to me, that Shanahan is in the "We have to do whatever we can to win now" mode. They might trade their 2 first rounders for the Texans #1.

Honestly though, I have no clue what the Texans are going to do with the number one pick. Casserly and Kubiak refuse to tip their hand.

They have so many needs- It only makes sense for them to trade.

that would be great for the Texans cause they got a lot of holes to fill

according to a chart that NFL teams use to trade draft picks, Denver's two 1st round picks equal the 7th pick in the first round. Denver would have to sweeten the pot somewhat to pull off that deal. I think Houston uses the pick to select Bush. He is just too good to pass up.

Does anyone think this is possible. O.k i know there is talk about the deal with Abraham and the Falcons but maybe, we work out something for the Jets to get that first pick. I would like to know what you all think so comment away.

Anything is possible, but I dont think Abraham is going to do the trick to get that pick.

Not even close. They would have to pony up a lot more than just him to get it.

Still think they need to trade for multiple picks

I think that is best as well.

The Texans don't need a runningback. Why replace a proven 1000 yard back and a solid backup with an unproven guy? Besides, Bush may be that good, but if there's no one blocking for him, what good is it going to do. This isn't college. There aren't a lot of guys who are just that much faster then everyone else. The players are faster, stronger, and smarter on the field. Bush won't be able to make the specatcular plays all the time. Sure, he'll break one now and again, but hasn't it been proven that consistency is the key to running the ball. When Emmitt and Sanders were at their prime, they made some spectacular runs, but most of their yards came on the 3, 4, or 5 yard carries they could pull off when most backs would get jammed at the line. That's what makes a great back. Not the ability to break one every once in a while, it's the ability to consistantly pick up yards. So, do they need Bush. No, not even close. They need a O-Line. It's plain and simple. Trade the pick, get more picks, and build a line. I lived through the Oiler Era of the late 80's and early 90's. Stop with the gimmicks. We want to win already.

Most of us agree, they need to trade down, build the line