Jimmie Ward feels ready for the season with each tackle made in practice. Through four weeks into Houston Texans training camp, he’s had to hold back at times from delivering a crushing blow. Unfortunately, that’s easier said than done at times. Earlier in training camp, he collided with All-Pro receiver Stefon Diggs. On Wednesday, he tackled Nico Collins and immediately … [Read more...] about Texans training camp: Rams head to Houston for joint practices
Archives for August 2024
Astros HOF Index: AL West Intrigue
Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports How does Thursday’s news impact the pennant race? Two bits of news came down the pike on Thursday afternoon and while neither were directly Astros related, everything in the division has immediate and long-term impacts for the team. Plus, I’ve noticed that some of my articles have tended on the critical. Sometimes it pays to look at … [Read more...] about Astros HOF Index: AL West Intrigue
The vibes are immaculate! The Astros trounce the Birds
Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports The 2024 Astros have a lot in common with the 2005 team. Both teams had a slow start, appeared to be at the end of their competitive cycle, and had a really strong summer. The 2005 team won the pennant, but lost to the White Sox in the Series (Palmeiro was safe). Who knows how this team will do in October, but they have a lot more talent … [Read more...] about The vibes are immaculate! The Astros trounce the Birds
Luis Severino outduels Dylan Cease as Mets beat Padres 8-3 in opener of key 4-game series
Luis Severino outdueled Dylan Cease and the New York Mets beat the San Diego Padres 8-3 in the opener of a four-game series between NL playoff contenders. Pete Alonso and Jeff McNeil had three hits apiece and Mark Vientos drove in three runs for the Mets, who improved to 4-0 against the Padres this season and have won six of nine overall. The Padres came into the day tied with … [Read more...] about Luis Severino outduels Dylan Cease as Mets beat Padres 8-3 in opener of key 4-game series
Behind Enemy Lines: What to Expect in Preseason Game No. 4 with Rams Wire
The NFL is back in action at NRG Stadium for the Houston Texans. Three games into the preseason, Houston has yet to touch the turf in front of the home crowd. All that changes on Saturday at noon when the Texans play host to the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams want to prove that while Aaron Donald’s departure has put a damper on their direction, they still will be one of the … [Read more...] about Behind Enemy Lines: What to Expect in Preseason Game No. 4 with Rams Wire