Hey Look! Another Update On T.J. Houshmandzadeh Signing With Colts
It's been a few day, and I know you all just going through T.J. Houshmandzadeh withdrawal. Have no fear. Your friendly 'Housh' dealer is here to give you your fix.
Before we do, I'd like to take a moment to acknowledge some work being done at a site called Coltsider. They're new, founded by a few guys who used to work at Bleacher Report. They seem to update their content regularly, and their writing is good. They recently did an update on Housh-to-Colts, and I'm here to provide additional information.
When last we left this, Housh was reportedly given one-year offers from the Colts and Vikings. He then was scheduled for a workout with the Patriots, but recent updates have told us Housh never showed up. In fact, not only didn't he show up, but the whole story of him potentially going to the Patriots was 'blown out of proportion.'
We also have reports that the Vikings have apparently moved on from Housh. This leaves the Colts and a as-yet-unnamed team that are interested in his services. Apparently, Housh wants to be a Colt, but is looking for an expanded role (one he's unlikely to get in Indy).
I guess the big question right now is, If he wants to be a Colt, and the Colts have not rescinded their offer, why hasn't he signed?
The answer: He's doing what Randy Moss is doing. Both are waiting for a team to sustain an injury at the wide receiver position.
For Housh, and possibly for Moss, a team like the Colts becomes very attractive if, say, Austin Collie gets his bell rung again. Or, if Anthony Gonzalez trips over his own feet and pulls his groin. If these things happen, a player like Houshmanzadeh starts to become important.
Also, Houshmandzadeh is 33-years-old. I doubt he wants to be out there at a training camp, sweating through drills he's done for over a decade in the pros.
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I'm guessing Collie's knee is nothing serious.
If it were Housh would have probably signed by now.
by VERNON HOWELL on Aug 17, 2011 1:42 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I'll bet
He doesn’t want to be in camp… Peyton isn’t there to practice with so why bother
An expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less until they know everything about nothing...
Maybe he wants
the Colts to convince him he’ll get a more expanded role, than what was initially discussed?
Yes, that's been reported...
But like others have said, it’s possible he’s waiting for a bigger role with another team, or is waiting for Peyton Manning to return to practice before signing with the Colts.
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Am I the only one
who would much rather have Moss than Housh? Am I crazy?
I just don’t think Housh has anything left…
by LeftNutForAStarCenter on Aug 17, 2011 1:50 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I would rather have Housh...
For no other than the “citizenship” factor. Housh is a model football player and teammate. I’ll take that over Moss’ act any day.
Bleedin' Blue for as long as I can remember. Can you believe we get to be fans while our team has the greatest QB of all time?!?!?!
by emiller17 on Aug 17, 2011 2:06 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
i'm with you on moss
but we probably won’t get either so who cares haha
i don't give autographs
by muncie_in_this on Aug 19, 2011 9:36 AM EDT up reply actions
I would rather have Stokely than either Housh or Moss.
Housh would be my 2nd. I doubt Peyton would get along with Randy Moss. Randy would get lazy with one of his routes, and Peyton would go nuts.
by moocow on Aug 17, 2011 2:06 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs
Would be funny -
To hear Peyton hollering “damn it Randy!” and Donald Brown looking over and thinking “thank God it’s not me this time!”
On second thought, would not be that funny.
by buymymonkey on Aug 17, 2011 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
The Colts already have
“Stokely” – Joe Horn can do everything Stokely can do, plus he is 10 years YOUNGER and faster.
Houshmanzadeh is on his way down in productivity, and on his way up in “disruptivity” – the Colts do not need an aging diva … develop the players we have.
I'm over the whole thing
Though I think it would be very exciting for Peyton to have Randy Moss. Could you imagine? And think… if he didn’t pan out….who cares? We’ll still win games without him.
And if he realizes that…and works hard…..scary tandem I think.
5 MVPs, 3 Superbowl Appearances, 2 Superbowl Rings
by BleedingBlueForever on Aug 17, 2011 2:17 PM EDT reply actions
Gilreath
is very fast. i’d rather see a 23 yr old with fresh legs get a shot than a 33 yr old who used to be good
Housh does not
like u said , esp. without P Manning, I wouldn’t want Painter throwing to me, maybe he is waiting for Painter to get cut LOL
Coltsider
Excited to have a new blog to read, but Coltsider needs to change the white text on a black background. Horrible on the eyes to read lengthy posts.
Yeah...
Just want to let everyone know that some people have had trouble accessing the site as we’re currently updating the appearance of it.
So if you wanna check it out, and are having any trouble, just check back tomorrow.
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I noticed the switch from the white text on black background. Good move.
The only reason I bring it up is because I’ve been working in web design for over 10 years. lol. I like the switch. You still have the black, but the text is on white. IMO, much easier on the eyes.
Thanks kids. That’s all for today’s class. :)
Remember Housh's...
“Leave no hope for the Colts” on the ‘06 tape? He says , “Watch!” and then Palmer gets sacked 4x, 3x by Freeney, and goes 14/28 no TDs to Peyton’s 29/35 4TDs. It was lovely.
special teams
Expanded role? Lets not forget Houshmenzadeh returned kicks at Oregon State.
by lakecountycolt on Aug 17, 2011 10:24 PM EDT reply actions
Housh is looking for some PT, No doubt. A Vet WR like him doesnt want to ride the bench.
As our current roster is set-up we have plenty of depth. Unfortunately, the past has shown us injury and consistency issues in our WR corp that makes it very possible he could end up getting lots of PT here.
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