Houston Texans
Houston Texans
8-8-0, 4th AFC South
Slaton making first impression
Slaton making first impression
CHRIS DUNCAN,
May 10, 2008
HOUSTON -- Steve Slaton fumbled a pitch on one play and got his helmet knocked off on another during the second day of Houston Texans minicamp on Saturday. Later, he dodged three would-be tacklers and sprinted down the field. The former West Virginia star, drafted by the Texans in the third round, is getting plenty of snaps to show coach Gary Kubiak what he can do. ...More |
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Texans Team Report
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Texans Team Report May 9, 2008
Pro Bowl linebacker DeMeco Ryans isn't used to hearing voices in his helmet. But that's about to change.
When Ryans takes the field next fall, he will be the Texans' player designated to wear the new defensive transmitter, which was approved by the league's head coaches this offseason. The device will be similar to the one worn by quarterbacks. Until the 2008 season, defensive players have relied solely on hand signals.
"I think it's very good," coach Gary Kubiak said. "It's great to be able to talk to a quarterback during the game. You've got somebody out there who's your quarterback of your defense, so why shouldn't you be able to talk to him, also? I think it's a good thing. ...More |
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| 2007 Team Stats (Game averages) |
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Pts |
Yds |
Pass |
Rush |
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| Offense | 23.7 |
333.6 |
234.4 |
99.1 |
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| Defense | 24.0 |
344.2 |
230.1 |
114.1 |
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