College Football Rivalry

After a disappointing 24-7 loss at home against the New York Jets, many began to doubt the high hopes that had been cast upon the Houston Texans entering the 2009 NFL regular season.

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 Texans do have one of the best WR in the league, Andre Johnson. Any time you have a talented WR that essentially can do anything and change the game with one play, you have a good chance to win.

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.

With an opening week game at home against the Jets, the Texans disappointed their fan base with a loss. During the loss, the Texans showed an inability to score, and followers of the team were obviously let down. However, looking at it that way the Jets did the same thing to Tom Brady and the Patriots, perhaps the Jets defense is simply terrific this year.

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!

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