Offseason Reindeer Games part 1

So the NFL season is over, we've gone through our football withdrawals, and have settled into an alternate routine. Now it's time for the reindeer games to begin. I'm not sure if Mardi will be posting too much concerning the offseason, but I'm going to try to keep up with it as best I can as this can sometimes get as exciting as the season itself.

I'm sure all of you have read by now that Gary Kubiak has been given a contract extension. Whether this is good or bad depends on your point of view. I personally think this is a good move. It provides continuity in leadership, which is going to be vitally important going into the offseason. The Texans are improving (albeit slowly - too slowly for some) and to shake up leadership would just be destructive. While some may say that the coaching is at fault for the disappointing 4 game losing streak, I can really point to only 1 play that had a big affect on the outcome of the game (halfback option, anyone?). It will be interesting to see who Kubiak brings in to replace Kyle Shanahan, who, despite making some rookie mistakes, overall did a good job as the Offensive Coordinator.

The other big news that just came out is that the Texans are not going to franchise CB Dunta Robinson, nor are they offering him a new contract. I can't say I'm all that sad about seeing him go. Up until his injury in the 2007-2008 season he was on his way to becoming a premiere cornerback in the NFL. Of course he lost a step or upon returning in the middle of the 08-09 season. Nobody faulted him for that, but he was faulted for holding out on the time right up until the beginning of the 09-10 regular season. Robinson missed training camp and his performance at many times was mediocre to average at best. He clearly was not happy with his contract situation. I wish Dunta Robinson good luck with his next team, but perhaps it's time to bring in some fresh talent.

There's my offseason update so far this year. Feel free to comment or question anything I have said and let's look forward to another great season of Houston Texan football!