Mallet is a TEXAN

[Porked Tongue]

done

[PonderinHog]

Good!

[Polecat]

I live in Houston. This is welcome news for this Hog fan!

[AloRaptor]

Alright for Mallett!!! hope he got a good contract. :razorback:

[BENJAMINX]

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/08/31/report-patriots-trade-ryan-mallett-to-houston/

Woot!

[AirForceHog]

Sweet!! Great move.

[The Hogfather]

Yessir!!

[Porked Tongue]

Lots of win and fail in this thread:

http://www.hogville.net/yabbse/index.php?topic=564045.0

I'll admit to not reading all umpteen pages of this thread so forgive the possible overlap of information.

Mallet has had his hopes up to go to Houston this entire offseason.  This was before the Schaub trade to Oakland.

RM and his agent have actively pursued that location almost exclusively.

This info comes from RM's own mouth.

Even if it isn't today or even before the draft ends, I still think this thing has legs.  Just too much noise.

I base part of this on the fact Mallet has told people he wants out of NE.  You know that talk has gotten back to the staff.  That staff and organization is loaded with Type A's.  Wouldn't doubt that it's for spite.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fP0MXJAQhmo

[FelixJonesorDMAC?]

Best place Mallet could have landed to have a shot at starting.  Great news

[Porked Tongue]

Mallet spent the entire spring telling anyone that had ears that this was his wish.  Glad for him it's happened.

New England is a weird, though successful, organization.

[SouthSide Johnny]

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/08/30/patriots-release-19-but-keep-quarterback-ryan-mallett/

New start...

[bennyl08]

What took the Texans so long? This was an obvious solution back before the draft even happened. Now they wait for Mallett to not have much time to learn the offense and develop timing with the players.

[Hogarusa]

Well it was fun to speculate about the past 7 months.   Best of luck to Mallett in Houston.  I never thought anyone would be willing to trade for him.  I was incorrect.  Not the first time, won't be the last

[FelixJonesorDMAC?]

What took the Texans so long? This was an obvious solution back before the draft even happened. Now they wait for Mallett to not have much time to learn the offense and develop timing with the players.

pretty sure New England wanted too much up until it was obvious Mallet was going to be 3rd string for NE.

[rhog1]

Mallett was traded for a 6th round pick. Seems like the Pats really wanted him gone. Great chance for Ryan to get a fresh start.

[Uberanubis]

What took the Texans so long? This was an obvious solution back before the draft even happened. Now they wait for Mallett to not have much time to learn the offense and develop timing with the players.

true, but better late then never. and look at this way. if you are a Texans fan, you have to feel he might give you shot at a win when other wise it might be a loss with the current starter

[SouthSide Johnny]

Mirrors the coach in that regard.

Possibly but it works for them, one of the most successful franchises in the League, I remember the old Boston Patriot days..   

[clutch]

Hmmm .

RT @RapSheet: Why did the #Texans have to trade for Ryan Mallett instead of claim him? The #Cowboys were in talks with #Patriots, too.

Houston saved Ryan's career. I like the cowboys, but mallett would be a dead man behind that line assuming he ever took over for Romo. Until they get some protection they have to have someone with the ability to escape like Romo.

Also the Bills were apparently in the talks too.

[clutch]

What took the Texans so long? This was an obvious solution back before the draft even happened. Now they wait for Mallett to not have much time to learn the offense and develop timing with the players.

I'd guess that they knew NE was asking too much so they decided to wait it out and see if he gets cut or if they could get him for cheap at the end. Looks like they succeeded. Rumors were that NE originally wanted a 2nd rd pick so getting him for a 6th is probably worth the wait. He won't be able to start immediately, but it won't take him long to catch up.

[Hogarusa]

Hmmm .

RT @RapSheet: Why did the #Texans have to trade for Ryan Mallett instead of claim him? The #Cowboys were in talks with #Patriots, too.

I don't really get this tweet, they had to trade for him instead of claim because the Pats didn't cut him. The Pats wanted something in return

[HouSwine]

Great news for Texans and RM!

[PonderinHog]

I'd guess that they knew NE was asking too much so they decided to wait it out and see if he gets cut or if they could get him for cheap at the end. Looks like they succeeded. Rumors were that NE originally wanted a 2nd rd pick so getting him for a 6th is probably worth the wait. He won't be able to start immediately, but it won't take him long to catch up.

Maybe the transition won't take too long, since RM and O'Brien have a history.

[clutch]

I don't really get this tweet, they had to trade for him instead of claim because the Pats didn't cut him. The Pats wanted something in return

Probably referring to why the Pats decided to keep him instead of cut him. There were teams interested so they didn't cut. Think most assumed that he was on his way to getting cut and the texans could snatch him up for nothing.

[Karma]

I don't really get this tweet, they had to trade for him instead of claim because the Pats didn't cut him. The Pats wanted something in return

NE was going to cut him if they couldn't trade him.

[Porked Tongue]

I believe that from the moment RM become more aggressive to leave NE that it angered the Pats.  They are very authoritative and have a history of dropping or trading key players that shock their fans and own players.  They just did it this week with another player that actually angered Brady.

I just think it was obvious with the way they played RM in the preseason that they didn't WANT it to work.  They didn't want him to get better.  But that created a conundrum in that it was decreasing his trade value.  Ultimately, they didn't care and parted ways.

Eventually, this organization will fall on hard time.  My guess is it's not too far away.

[seasonhog]

I'd guess that they knew NE was asking too much so they decided to wait it out and see if he gets cut or if they could get him for cheap at the end. Looks like they succeeded. Rumors were that NE originally wanted a 2nd rd pick so getting him for a 6th is probably worth the wait. He won't be able to start immediately, but it won't take him long to catch up.

The reason why Houston did not wait is the Bills & Cowboys were after Mallett also.

Coach BB was telling the truth all the time, they were not going to let Ryan go until they had someone to take his place.

[Boston RedHogs]

FANTASTIC NEWS!!!!!

I'm happy for Mallett and that's where I was hoping he would land.  Mallett and Bill O'Brien are a good match

[Porked Tongue]

Ryan Fitzpatrick has to be a little bit uncomfortable.  Imagine the awkwardness of having someone come in at this stage.

[Hogarusa]

I would be more concerned if I were Case Keenum.  Someone is getting dropped.  Ryan at least gets $4 million guaranteed and $1.25 million signing bonus

[alohawg]

Ryan Fitzpatrick has to be a little bit uncomfortable.  Imagine the awkwardness of having someone come in at this stage.

Poor lil' rich guy, bless his heart.....

[seasonhog]

I believe that from the moment RM become more aggressive to leave NE that it angered the Pats.  They are very authoritative and have a history of dropping or trading key players that shock their fans and own players.  They just did it this week with another player that actually angered Brady.

I just think it was obvious with the way they played RM in the preseason that they didn't WANT it to work.  They didn't want him to get better.  But that created a conundrum in that it was decreasing his trade value.  Ultimately, they didn't care and parted ways.

Eventually, this organization will fall on hard time.  My guess is it's not too far away.

They do have a eye for QB's ..........when mallett was drafted they had him as the first qb on the board.

This new qb has done a decent job when other teams did not have him on their radar.

One has to wonder how smart some of these NFL teams are.

[PonderinHog]

They do have a eye for QB's ..........when mallett was drafted they had him as the first qb on the board.

This new qb has done a decent job when other teams did not have him on their radar.

One has to wonder how smart some of these NFL teams are.

Didn't you call this move several months ago?

[EastexHawg]

Ryan will end up being a much better NFL QB than the guy with the long name that the Patriots decided to keep as their backup.

[Hogarusa]

They do have a eye for QB's ..........when mallett was drafted they had him as the first qb on the board.

This new qb has done a decent job when other teams did not have him on their radar.

One has to wonder how smart some of these NFL teams are.

The Pats drafted Ryan in the 3rd round and traded him for a 6th round pick.  I don't think the Pats really come off as winners in this deal.

[seasonhog]

Didn't you call this move several months ago?

I believe Houston & other teams wanting Mallett all the time. the reason they did not have him early is NE was not going to trade him until,

Yes, they got him for a 6 th pick but the play of the new qb let it happen now.

[hogblade]

Ryan got outplayed in NE by the guy with the long name, and the Patriots have control of Jimmy for a few years. This is Mallett's last year.

I love Ryan Mallett but he could never show the magic there during his opportunities. His accuracy hurt him everytime. I hope he gets his shot in Houston and thrives though!

[seasonhog]

The Pats drafted Ryan in the 3rd round and traded him for a 6th round pick.  I don't think the Pats really come off as winners in this deal.

A 6th is better then nothing.......Mallett would have been the starter for NE if Brady had been hurt the last 3 yrs, or if it was a differing time in history.

[Fatty McGee]

The Pats drafted Ryan in the 3rd round and traded him for a 6th round pick.  I don't think the Pats really come off as winners in this deal.

They got a competent backup QB cheap for 3 years and picked up a draft pick when he was about to get expensive.  Not a bad return on their investment. 

[seasonhog]

Ryan got outplayed in NE by the guy with the long name, and the Patriots have control of Jimmy for a few years. This is Mallett's last year.

I love Ryan Mallett but he could never show the magic there during his opportunities. His accuracy hurt him everytime. I hope he gets his shot in Houston and thrives though!

Ryan did not get outplayed.......the reason the new guy got more playing time was to see if he could handle the backup role since this was Ryan last yr.

[The Hogfather]

I believe that from the moment RM become more aggressive to leave NE that it angered the Pats.  They are very authoritative and have a history of dropping or trading key players that shock their fans and own players.  They just did it this week with another player that actually angered Brady.

I just think it was obvious with the way they played RM in the preseason that they didn't WANT it to work.  They didn't want him to get better.  But that created a conundrum in that it was decreasing his trade value.  Ultimately, they didn't care and parted ways.

Eventually, this organization will fall on hard time.  My guess is it's not too far away.

Completely agree with all of this.  Brady will get hurt and they will have Garoppolo to fall back on.  He is not the answer. 

I really think their run is about to come to an end.

I LOVE this move for Mallett and Houston.  Hope they start him right away (or very shortly).

[Pig Worshipper]

It will be great if Mallet can get off the bench and onto the field. He really needs that week in week out, on field battle-testing to take his game to where it can be. He has all the tools but I think he tends to press a bit. If he's able to take the reins at Houston and is given the time to develop, he could become very good.

[Fatty McGee]

I believe that from the moment RM become more aggressive to leave NE that it angered the Pats.  They are very authoritative and have a history of dropping or trading key players that shock their fans and own players.  They just did it this week with another player that actually angered Brady.

I just think it was obvious with the way they played RM in the preseason that they didn't WANT it to work.  They didn't want him to get better.  But that created a conundrum in that it was decreasing his trade value.  Ultimately, they didn't care and parted ways.

Eventually, this organization will fall on hard time.  My guess is it's not too far away.

I think it has far less to do with anger and more to do with money.  RM was about to come off his rookie contract.  The fact is if a Brady level QB goes down, the majority of the time the team is going to tank.  Cassell and Aaron Rodgers being the exception, of course.   

So, if the Pats had a rookie that they believed was in the same backup quality as Mallett, and they (nor anyone else) saw Mallett as a potential starter which they could trade for a serious haul, then they had to focus on the cheaper player. 

That's just good sense with a hard salary cap.

[threeNout]

Note to Texan equipment manager:

double order receiver gloves,  extra padding.

[dacskc]

Maybe the transition won't take too long, since RM and O'Brien have a history.

That's what I'm hoping. Hopefully, it's just a matter of him learning different terminology. Sure wish there were a couple of preseason games left for him to work out the kinks. Either way, it's great news during a week of otherwise bad news for former Hogs.

[threeNout]

So what does Houston's WR corp look like?  have they got any good deep threats?

I hope they utilise RM's vertical game.

[Danny J]

Ryan did not get outplayed.......the reason the new guy got more playing time was to see if he could handle the backup role since this was Ryan last yr.

Yep....

[Nuttcracker, Sweet!]

I would be more concerned if I were Case Keenum.  Someone is getting dropped.  Ryan at least gets $4 million guaranteed and $1.25 million signing bonus

Reportedly, Keenum WAS cut to make room, according to NBC.

[Squealers]

pretty sure New England wanted too much up until it was obvious Mallet was going to be 3rd string for NE.

THIS ^^^^^^^ They were waiting the outcome of the B/U QB Battle.

[seasonhog]

So what does Houston's WR corp look like?  have they got any good deep threats?

I hope they utilise RM's vertical game.

Yes, they have Johnson the one that wanting to be traded, if  they did not get a good qb to throw him the ball.

This team is only lacking a qb...........they could be very good.......let us hope Ryan is that qb......only Mallett can screw this up.

[Squealers]

Ryan got outplayed in NE by the guy with the long name, and the Patriots have control of Jimmy for a few years. This is Mallett's last year.

I love Ryan Mallett but he could never show the magic there during his opportunities. His accuracy hurt him everytime. I hope he gets his shot in Houston and thrives though!

I do too.  I purchased a game used Mallett auto Hog's Helmet for a gizzilion dollars and I hope he's in the HOF one day