Dre Bly transcript following first practice with 49ers
Niners Nation — ... the league he was a 10-year veteran and he’s still playing football 10 years later. This is a guy that let his work and his actions talk for him and he’s not going to say much. Isaac leads by example on the practice field and off the field and I have a lot of respect for him because I honestly believe going up against him every day in practice is the reason that I’ve lasted as long as I have and had the success that I’ve had because of going against him and Torry Holt and Az Hakim on a daily basis, but it was started with Isaac ...

The Arrowhead Pride Power Rankings; OTA Edition
Arrowhead Pride — ... gone? Watch out for Torry Holt...he's got something to prove and was a good pickup for the Jags. They had a good draft by most people’s thoughts drafting two linemen to solidify their line for years to come.  Main problem is they are in one of the toughest division, and could be lucky to get a win or two within the division. This team could be better than their record will show. ...

Polian-Era Colts Draft History: First Round Picks
Stampede Blue — ... any running back.  Ever.  If it weren't for his knee injury in 2001, he would be on his way to breaking Emmitt Smith's rushing record. Awards & Records 1999 NFL Offensive ROY 4-time Pro Bowler (1999, 2000, 2004, 2005) 1999 1st team All-Pro Leading active rusher (12,121 yards) Leading rusher in Colts history (9,226 yards) Leader in yards from scrimmage per game (109.7 per game) Review: Even though other Pro Bowlers like Torry Holt, Champ Bailey andAntoine Winfield went after him, this ...

Will the next generation of Rams receivers emerge this season?
Turf Show Times — ... run of poor play, but are in a much better place than the 1996 Rams. Donnie Avery is coming off a rookie season in which he started 12 games, caught 53 passes for 674 yards and 3 TDs. Is he another Bruce? It doesn't matter. He's not in a position to have to carry the offense on his shoulders; Steven Jackson has that honor. It's unlikely he'll have 1700+ yards in his sophomore season, but he shouldn't need to. If you'll recall the Rams had a bona fide superstar WR last season in Torry Holt, and they still won just 2 games. The Rams group of players at WR is ...

Quick Bytes: June 12th edition
Big Cat Country — ... Torry Holt may no longer be one of the ring leaders of the "Greatest Show on Turf", but he became the Jaguars' best WR since Jimmy Smith the moment he signed his name on the contract. ...

Camp Battle 2009: Tra Thomas vs Eugene Monroe
Big Cat Country — ... Along with Torry Holt, Thomas was one of the key free agent signing of the off-season. At that point, it was looking like the only quality tackle available to the Jaguars in the draft was ...

Quick Bytes: June 18th, 2009
Big Cat Country — ... off waivers from the Washington Redskins. I wonder how Joe Z feels about this. Jaguars Conclude OTAs, New Backup QB Earns Praise | Firstcoastjags.com | Jacksonville Jaguars News The Jaguars have concluded OTAs and Jack Del Rio says Todd Bouman can be a quality back up. The Probably True Origins of AFC Nicknames Something to laugh at These QB-WR unions won't get honeymoon period | Sporting News David Garrard and Torry Holt appear at #3. Top 5 Fantasy story lines of 2009 ...

State of the Jaguars-After OTAs
Big Cat Country — ... ) show things we can count in the season. It seems to me, that with them, plus with veterans such as Torry Holt, and  ...

The Broken Record: ESPN has a lot of stupid people working for them
Stampede Blue — ... said former Jets and Chiefs coach Herm Edwards, now an ESPN analyst. "He wasn't a first-round pick. I love Manning. I think he's great for the league, an ambassador for the league, but he was the first player picked. Either one would be great, but [Brady] has won Super Bowls and was a sixth-round pick. Nobody really knew who he was." Seemingly as a consolation prize, ESPN listed Marvin Harrison as the all decade wide receiver, along with Torry Holt. Gee, thanks Bristol. I guess you not listing Terrell Owens ...

ESPN's All-Decade Offense
Windy City Gridiron — ... appreciate his consistency," San Diego Chargers general manager A.J. Smith said. "He is an all-decade-type player." The full roster is as follows: QB: Tom Brady, New England RB: LaDainian Tomlinson, San Diego FB: Lorenzo Neal, Cincinnati/S.D./Balt. WR: Marvin Harrison, Indianapolis WR: Torry Holt, St. Louis TE: Tony Gonzalez, Kansas City ...

NFL All-Decade Offense
Baltimore Beatdown — ... to always stand out above everyone else when trying to take down the ball carrier. However, this is where the 11 players picked starts to get a little controversial. Two players that donned the purple and black achieved the honor to be on this list. Here it is. QB: Tom Brady, New England RB: LaDainian Tomlinson, San Diego FB: Lorenzo Neal, Cincinnati/S.D./Balt. WR: Marvin Harrison, Indianapolis WR: Torry Holt, St. Louis TE: Tony Gonzalez, Kansas City ...

Dr.FSBA: Or Why Northcutt's release/trade means more between the lines
Big Cat Country — ... This Jaguars team now has an actual veteran who has acheived something in Torry Holt, and young wide receivers who were value picks in ...

Jacksonville Jaguars trade Dennis Northcutt to Detroit Lions: Safety Gerald Alexander Joins Team
Big Cat Country — ... reported that Northcutt would be allowed to work out a trade, something that I thought would only end in the release of the somewhat maligned receiver.  Northcutt is the third Jaguars receiver to find himself going from the starting roster in 2008 to packing his bags and leaving town in 2009.  Clearly, Gene Smith thinks that there is something worth developing in our draft class of receivers and in Mike Walker, Troy Williamson and the esteemed veteran in Torry Holt.  Dennis, in most minds, will be forever remembered for ...

WR Stats, 2006-2001 data added and YOA
Stampede Blue — ... 134 +15.8% Jerry Porter 02 70 +15.2% Eric Parker 05 80 +14.8% Torry Holt 04 136 +14.5% Jabar ...

Under, over and otherwise-rated Rams: Random Ramsdom, 6/29/09
Turf Show Times — ... OJ Atogwe with a ball picked off from Anquan Boldin? Sign of things to come? Josh Brown reveals that part of the reason he came to St. Louis as a free agent was the city's proximity to good deer hunting. Huh, and I though making him the highest paid kicker in the league had something to do with it. ESPN posts their top 25 players of the decade list. No surprise, but there are a few former Rams among the 25 players. Kurt Warner, Torry Holt, and Orlando Pace all made the cut, deservedly so. Faulk ...

WR stats, best 8 year totals
Stampede Blue — ... 839 65.4% 10.5 83.1 Derrick Mason 1062 64.0% 9.5 77.2 Torry Holt 1222 60.2% 10.8 61.7 ...

Grading Deon Butler
Field Gulls — ... He is not going to get the kind of consistent separation he enjoyed in College. Butler is over-reliant on his speed to get open on deep routes. Instead of sinking his hips, planting and exploding away from the defender, he challenges with his speed and then dares the defender to catch up as he rounds into his route. Unlike elite deep threats like Torry Holt and ...

Return to Glory: Wil(ford) or won't we
Big Cat Country — ... have more than 1 player who's completed a full 20 game season, and right now, Torry Holt is the only one. Wilford would bring stability, leadership, good hands, and reliability. Not to mention a decent red-zone target at 6'4" ...

Q & A With Paul Kuharsky
Big Cat Country — ... So far so good. If Tra Thomas or Considine or even Torry Holt bust, well they didn’t break the bank for them. Tackle-tackle one-two in the draft seems about as smart/safe a rebuilding route as you can take. They may need two years to restock, and guys like Knighton and Cox have to pan out to give fans faith in the draft process and to replenish the roster. ...

Camp Battle 2009: Wide Receivers
Big Cat Country — ... In 2009, the Jaguars are looking to reverse that trend with mainly young wide receivers and one proven veteran in Torry Holt. Holt will most likely be the Jaguars #1 wide receiver, however, where will the others fall in place behind him? ...

Camp Battle 2009: Wide Receivers
Big Cat Country — ... In 2009, the Jaguars are looking to reverse that trend with mainly young wide receivers and one proven veteran in Torry Holt. Holt will most likely be the Jaguars #1 wide receiver, however, where will the others fall in place behind him? ...

Rams Overview & Detail on Offense (5 pages)
Turf Show Times — ... Think back to the last three games in 2006 when the Rams O line played well, Bulger wasn’t scared and Jackson was a terror. They played good ball. Torry Holt would have helped on 3rd and 4-5 yards to go, but utilizing ...

Quick Bytes:July 13th, 2009
Big Cat Country — ... options at tackle to deal with a prolonged holdout by Monroe.In addition, while he loves what Gene Smith is doing, be believes the Jaguars are still a year away from the playoffs. Key year for Maurice Jones-Drew, David Garrard in Jacksonville - ESPN Eric Karabell previews the Jacksonville Jaguars from a fantasy perspective and notes there are many question marks, including whether Maurice Jones-Drew can handle the load and whether David Garrard and Torry Holt still have something left. 10 Best offseason moves - ...

Top Ten Things the Jaguars need to do to be Great!
Big Cat Country — ... 3. Receivers emerge and Mike Shula can coach David out of looking only at Torry Holt.  David had to be coached out of locking on to receivers and he did well when he trusted his group and his protection. If he has protection and he has people get open, David will come through. The problem is our receiving group is mostly based in rookies. If they go through a learning curve on how to get open, David will lock on Torry. I believe the Tight Ends will be more of a focus of the receiving game and I am hopeful one of the ...

Best & worst case scenarios from the St. Louis Rams training camp: The Receivers
Turf Show Times — ... Enough yada, yada, yada, let's jump right in with the topic that's been bandied about by pundits since the release of Torry Holt and the decision to pass on ...

Camp Battle 2009: Quarterbacks (and a comment on Michael Vick)
Big Cat Country — ... Heading into 2009, Garrard has to have a career year for all of the right reasons. Early reports are the Garrard is already making Torry Holt is "Go to" guy for 2009. If he can get in a groove with Holt and get some protection, he'll have a good year regardless. ...

Jacksonville Jaguars Past and Future: Football Outsiders breaks it down
Big Cat Country — ... Pocket Hercules isn’t just the best fantasy player on the Jaguars – we project him to be up there with the NFL’s best from a fantasy perspective. Aside from MJD, we really like Torry Holt to produce in his new digs, for a couple of reasons – first of all, there aren’t a lot of other targets for Garrard to hit, and there’s a thought that no matter how bad Jacksonville’s offense may have been, it wasn’t anything in pure suckitude compared to St. Louis’. Now, there may be people in your league who pass him ...

Impressions from Camp - Thursday and Friday
Big Cat Country — ... If you didn't know who Torry Holt was, he would still be special.  If Tra Thomas is special, Torry is more so. Just seeing him on the field draws your eye to him.  I will post pictures of an amazing move he put on ...

Observations of a Jaguars Fan
Big Cat Country — ... Torry Holt has something left, just watch. He can caught, and Garrard will look at him alot especially if the Blitz comes. Torry Holt is proving to be a #1 WR on a running team but in a good way. ...

An Average Joe's Observations: Scrimmage August 8
Big Cat Country — ... - Torry Holt looked good. He had a few catches, and then didn't play again. There was no injury, they were just being cautious with him as usual. When he did play, he looked at full strength. There was one play that concerned me. He was heavily covered, and Garrard fit one in on the sideline. From my point of view it looked catchable, but my angle was a bit awkward; but anyway it looked like he dropped it, but I could be mistaken.  ...

Derek Cox playing Torry Holt tight
Big Cat Country — ... has Torry Holt arm in arm and then Torry vanishes right in front of Derek Cox's eyes. When this move happened in camp last Friday the crowd collectively said "Did you see that?" and then applause erupted. ...

Nicks, Barden, Beckum are finding their way
Big Blue View — ... We spent much of the off-season debating the New York Giants' wide receiver situation. Did General Manager Jerry Reese do the right thing by using the draft to plug the need at that position, or will the Giants pay for not bringing in Anquan Boldin, Braylon Edwards, Torry Holt or Marvin Harrison? After one week of training camp there can be no definitive answer to that question. The answer likely won't come until this season is done, and maybe even for several seasons after that. What can ...

Previewing the Kansas City Chiefs 2009 Schedule: Week 9
Arrowhead Pride — ... One of the biggest needs on this team has long been a gamebreaking WR and Torry Holt was signed to bolster the receiving corps while ...

Season Preview: Weeks 5-9
Big Cat Country — ... Torry Holt's old team comes to Jacksonville for what should be the Jaguars easiest win of the year. New head coach or not, the Rams are still mostly the same team that has picked second in the draft the last two years. ...

Quick Bytes: August 16th, 2009
Big Cat Country — ... camp and decides that Torry Holt is going to be a bust. Why does he get a pay check for his stuff and I get nothing but jokes involving my parent's basement? ...

John's Final 53
Big Cat Country — ... be over. However, there is still plenty of speculating left to be done, and with that, my final roster predictions heading into the preseason opener are after the break Bold indicates projected starter Offense  QB-David Garrard QB-Paul Smith RB-Maurice Jones-Drew RB-Chauncey Washington RB-Rashad Jennings FB-Greg Jones FB-Montell Owens WR- Torry Holt WR-Mike Walker WR-Jarrett Dillard ...

Dolphins vs Jaguars: What to watch for
The Phinsider — ... One thing to keep in mind is that Jacksonville doesn't exactly have a great group of receivers.  Outside of veteran Torry Holt, they are loaded with a bunch of players who are also looking to prove themselves to their coaches.  That means two things.  One - these receivers will be playing as if their careers depend on it.  And two - there's no reason why Miami's young corners shouldn't have success against this crop of receivers. ...

First Job Interview: Jaguars Open The Preseason
Big Cat Country — ... and with presumably limited playing time for Torry Holt.  The preseason is about progress and starting with multiple 3 and outs would be more of a red flag considering the most seasoned player in the receiving game may be the tight end. ...

Defense leads the way as Dolphins win preseason opener
The Phinsider — ... 's performance.  On the particular play that resulted in the sack, Smith did an excellent job keeping Torry Holt - Garrard's primary target on that play - inside of him when Torry was trying to get to the outside.  That's a veteran move by a rookie against a veteran receiver. ...

Falling Apart?
Turf Show Times — ... - That 50 yard bomb last week was simply fun to watch (I thought it was an old replay, I didn't think the Rams could go that far in one play). With injuries hurting this position badly too, Robinson can really look good if he can put on a repeat performance. It's basically the same idea as Null. This position has gone through a lot of needed change. Torry Holt and ...

Preseason Preview: Carolina Panthers vs. Miami Dolphins
Cat Scratch Reader — ... did very well as the other starting cornerback in Miami's first preseason game against Jacksonville, more or less shutting down Torry Holt.  He should easily win the job over ...

Game Preview: Preseason Game 2 Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Jacksonville Jaguars
Big Cat Country — ... 4.The wide receivers: This is easily the most wide open position on the team. After Torry Holt, I dare anyone to list the 2 through 5 wide outs with any confidence. ...

Dolphins vs Panthers: What to watch for
The Phinsider — ... to just 22 yards passing while limiting him to completing four of seven passes.  Of course, the Jaguars don't exactly have big-time receivers.  But Torry Holt is still a talented player and remains a savvy veteran.  So it's impressive considering the questions we all had about how the secondary would perform. ...

Game Preview (Preseason Game 2): Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-1) at Jacksonville Jaguars (0-1)
Buc 'Em — ... .  The wide receivers are a mainly unknown and young group, with the exception being free agent signing Torry Holt.  Holt may not have the YAC ability anymore, but should be a solid possession guy.  Running the show is ...

Game 2 Summary... Troy Williamson stars, Monroe does not.
Big Cat Country — ... every bit a top NFL receiver tonight. The deep ball was caught so naturally you couldn't believe it. The second was a diving adjustment to a bad throw from David and the third was deep in traffic. Well here is the catch and run. I honestly can't believe this is the same guy as last year. I know I am way over the top on this next statement, but what I saw tonight I would rather have Troy than Santonio Holmes.    Torry Holt is hanging around and running formations but I know the ...

Happy birthday Marvin Harrison
Stampede Blue — ... and then kindly shut his pie hole. You can make comments about his playoff stats. You can say he wasn't flashy. But, show me another player not named Jerry Rice who has accomplished what Marvin has accomplished. Has Keyshawn, TO, Torry Holt, or ...

Interview: School is in Session, VanRam tells us about the St. Louis Rams
Cincy Jungle — ... Now that Torry Holt has left St. Louis for Jacksonville, what’s the general feel with the Rams wide receivers? ...

Game Previews: Preseason Game #3 Jacksonville Jaguars @ Philadelphia Eagles
Big Cat Country — ... even when he's been in he hasn't been much of a force. Jones-Drew needs to begin to show signs of life before the regular season. Look for him to get between 15-20 touches Thursday night. 3. Special Teams: Another unit that has been having a bad preseason. The less of Josh Scobee tackling the returner, the better. Also, it would appear that Podlesh is seeing his last days in a teal jersey. 4. Wide Receivers: Who is going to be left when the musical chairs is over? Torry Holt, Troy Williamson, and Nate Hughes are the ...

Game 3 Summary - I think I'm in love
Big Cat Country — ... They also worked timing patterns with Torry Holt.  David and Torry are forming their relationship.  Asante Samuel is not stupid and picked up the practice intention and sat on a Torry route for an interception. I didn't care about the interception because I knew what they were doing. When that timing gets right, the old hook and go would have burned Asante.  This will be a productive relationship. ...

Philadelphia Eagles win preseason thriller 33-32 over Jaguars
Bleeding Green Nation — ... put a devastating(and probably illegal helmet to helmet) hit on a Jags WR, who dropped the ball on the one yard line. The Eagles players stood around as if it was an incomplete pass, but Torry Holt made a heads up play to pick up the ball and walk it in for a TD. While it was somewhat of a "fluke" play, the fact that the Jags had driven that far down the field and were likely to score anyway was not. Other than that drive though, the Eagles first team defense was much improved from the first two preseason games. The return of ...

Taking Stock of Eagles Preseason: Aug 27th vs the Jaguars
Bleeding Green Nation — ... pass intended for Torry Holt and returned it five yards to halt the Jaguars' drive. Our defensive leader roamed the field, stripping balls, knocking down passes left and right and delivering punishing blows. He finished out the night by racking up three tackles and a forced fumble. ...

Wide Receiver Musical Chairs
Big Cat Country — ... No position has seen as much competition this offseason than the wide receiver position. Besides Torry Holt, every receiver is fighting for a spot and it has seemingly brought out the best (or worst) in each receiver on the ...

Is Ed Johnson really that big of a difference maker?
Stampede Blue — ... were still able to run the football at will on the Colts. This year, their line is improved, they've added Torry Holt at wide receiver, and ...

Are the Jaguars a young team?
Big Cat Country — ... that should be dependable. Offensive Backfield: David Garrard is the QB (8th year), Gregg Jones at FB (6th year), Maurice Jones Drew RB (4th year). If you include Tight Ends, we have Marcedes Lewis (4th year), Ernest Wilford (6th year), Greg Estandia (3rd year). Again, a strong group of veterans that should be ready on game day, in fact climbing into their most productive years. Receivers: Torry Holt is the number one receiver (11th year), Troy ...

Game 4 Impressions - Troy Williamson and Mike Walker are real, Eben Britton needs work
Big Cat Country — ... Torry Holt.  Used as a decoy again tonight and played quite a bit.  They sent him deep and then had Troy come across the middle.  Some very nice patterns from Dirk Koetter. Torry played his man all night until that once when he didn't stop and curl back, he slipped past. What a nice ball David placed in there. Well here, see for your self.   ...

The hit that got Maurice
Big Cat Country — ... Torry Holt cleared out the flat and Maurice came in.  You can see Fred going low with a helmet on the leg.  Maurice wasn't happy about him going low.  I don't know if this is a dirty play or not, so I leave it up to you. ...

"Patience not playoffs"-Season opening thoughts
Big Cat Country — ... And the free agent policy is changed too. No more 10 million for nothing contracts to not so good charaters. Instead Pro Bowl players with well executed contracts (with almost legends Torry Holt & Tra Thomas) , players who can actully win the starting job at the position they are play ( ...

Primer: Denver Broncos (0-0) at Cincinnati Bengals (0-0)
Cincy Jungle — ... he didn't?) Cedric Benson is averaging 92.3 yards rushing per game when he carries the ball 20 times or more. His teams are also undefeated when he records over 20 rushing attempts (7-0-1). In his past three games, Benson averaged 118.3 yards rushing per game. In three career games against the Denver Broncos, Chad Ochocinco averages 92 yards receiving per game. Since 2002, Chad ranks second in the NFL with 8,576 yards receiving (Torry Holt has 8,874). Since 2007, cornerback Leon Hall ...

A Few Good Questions With....Josh Kirkendall, CincyJungle.com
The Mile High Report — ... and Torry Holt are fading and if you asked me this question last year, I would have said without a doubt that Chad was one of those guys fading away. Even though his much publicized campaign to get traded last year was all the rage, he was dealing with several injuries; his ankle and shoulder. In his 30s, you had to wonder if his body was wearing down. ...

Jaguars Football: Team Development Overshadows Ticket Problem
Big Cat Country — ... is provided good protection, look for the Jaguars to have a dynamic passing attack in the second half of the year if not sooner. Offensive Coordinator Dirk Koetter knows it is crucial to have his playmakers all on the field at the same time. With receiver Torry Holt already an established star, receivers ...

Regime change has many casualties: Random Ramsdom, 9/11
Turf Show Times — ... The Rams are carrying a ton of dead money against their cap, $22 million to be exact, a testament to the pain of rebuilding and a monument to management practices that would make Enron proud. Also of note in the piece is that David Vobora had been pushing for Draft's starting job throughout camp, no surprise given Draft's declining speed and range.  As far as the locker room fallout goes...that's a nonstarter. This team has already released Orlando Pace, Torry Holt, Pisa TInoisamoa, and Corey Chavous, a pillar of lockerroom ...

Revelations! On the eve of war, John quotes Sun Tzu.
Big Cat Country — ... or Torry Holt? No they don't, they just want to play football. For me to be in the right frame of mind for this year, I had to not just forgive last year, I had to forget last year. I let that thought sink in for a few days. ...

Primer: Cincinnati Bengals (0-1) at Green Bay Packers (1-0)
Cincy Jungle — ... AFC with 89 touchdowns since 2005. Cedric Benson averages 90.4 yards per game on the ground when he rushes the football 20 times or more (his teams are 7-1-1 with 20 rushes or more). In his past three games, Benson is averaging 119.3 yards rushing per game. Chad Ochocinco is averaging 88.1 yards receiving per game against NFC teams on the road (1,233 yards in 14 games). Since 2002, Chad's 8,665 yards receiving ranks second in the NFL (Torry Holt has 8,921 yards). With six yards this Sunday, Chad ...

Game Preview: Week 2: Arizona Cardinals at Jacksonville Jaguars
Big Cat Country — ... combined for 2 receptions for 17 yards. Torry Holt looked the part against the Colts, though he only had 3 receptions. I'll put it bluntly, if Jones-Drew accounts for almost half the team's receptions for a second straight week, things could go downhill quickly. ...

MCM Fantasy Football Focus - Week 2
Music City Miracles — ... in GB, I would move Bears D to fantasy benches this week to avoid disappointment. Waiver Wire Watch: Keep an eye on the following guys that may be available in your fantasy league. QB – Mark Sanchez, Jeff Garcia, Kerry Collins RB – Cadillac Williams, Mewelde Moore, Fred Taylor, Michael Bush, Kevin Faulk WR - Legadu Naanee, Justin Gage, Nate Washington, Torry Holt, Percey Harvin, Nate Burleson, Steve Smith (NYG), Mario ...

Arizona@Jaguars - The view from the Stadium
Big Cat Country — ... had two touchdowns bounce off his chest and Torry Holt was hit right in the hands and dropped it.  So David scrambled and hit people but it wasn't going to make a difference. Kurt Warner knew something David didn't, where to go with the ball. ...

Primer: Pittsburgh Steelers (1-1) at Cincinnati Bengals (1-1)
Cincy Jungle — ... became the first player in franchise history to record 9,000 yards receiving in a career. Through two games, Chad is averaging 20 yards per reception. Chad ranks 2nd in the NFL with 8,665 yards receiving since 2002 (Torry Holt has 8,921 yards receiving). ...

All-Decade Team features four Colts players
Stampede Blue — ... or Torry Holt. Moss has been too inconsistent and (to put it mildly) lazy to dominate at his position for ten years. Meanwhile, guys like Ward and Holt are consistent year in and out, regardless of the QB or the system their teams run. ...

Texans Five on Five: Week Three
Battle Red Blog — ... tallied three sacks.  I know it's a different O Line this year, but a similar result is more than possible. 3.  Mike Sims-Walker vs. Fred Bennett - After being shut out against the Colts, Sims-Walker managed 6 receptions for 106 yards and a TD against a very good Cardinals secondary.  Bennett still hasn't shown the ability he flased in his rookie year, but he Texans will need him to step up since Dunta Robinson will likely see more of Torry Holt.  Both need to play better than they have so far. ...

Jacksonville Jaguars Defeat Houston Texans: Jags grow by leaps and bounds
Big Cat Country — ... Mike Sims-Walker paid for how loosely he carries the football, and almost cost the team the game. That being said, we won, which makes it just a great teaching moment. Mike had 6 catches for 81 yards and continues to improve vastly week-to-week. As long as he can stay healthy, I can see him potentially breaking 1000 yards this season. Torry Holt was again "Mr. Consistency", and has been our best free agent signing in years. Way to go Gene Smith. ...

The Only Rankings That Matter
Baltimore Beatdown — ... much as therefore the ranking is always among the top couple in the league. Then there's the complete opposite. (Click on the 'Jump' to read more about "The Only Rankings That Matter") Go back to the 1999 St. Louis Rams, who came out of nowhere to win the Super Bowl in January of 2000 behind a former Arena Football League QB that no one at that time had even heard of. Kurt Warner was a passing wizard and with his great receivers in Torry Holt, Isaac Bruce and RB Marshall Faulk, scoring ...

Tennessee Titans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Preview
Music City Miracles — ... .  If Torry Holt wants to convince some people that he isn't washed up, this seems like a really good game to do it.  He will either be matching up against a corner that has never started an NFL game or ...

Shallow thoughts and aimless musings on the Jaguars
Big Cat Country — ... One last item. There is no one on this team I am happier to see than Torry Holt. He was an absolute outstanding free agent aquisision. He is changing the make up of this team in a very quiet way.  I can't wait to see Jarret Dillard play. He has been hugging Torry since camp and I think he has some football in him. ...

Jacksonville Jaguars Demolish the Titans: Top-Performers
Big Cat Country — ... . Since then he's been our best WR. He's strong and instinctive, as he showed when he caught a pass on the 5 and cut right to the end-zone through 3 arm tackles. Torry Holt is a great leader, and moved into 10th place all time in receptions, congratulations Torry. ...

Evolution of the Jaguars: Dirk Koetter, Gene Smith, and the rookie report
Big Cat Country — ... Add to that the fact we have our first true number one receiver in Mike Sims-Walker, and you have the makings of an explosive offense. Torry Holt and MSW are both averaging over 14 yards per reception, and MSW is on pace to be the first Jaguar receiver to break 1000 yards since Jimmy Smith.  ...

First Quarter Grades and Awards
Big Cat Country — ... 's season ending injury. Torry Holt has been a nice veteran edition who still has something left in the tank. The one disappointment so far has been dearly departed ...

In Defense of Perfection
Field Gulls — ... Tatupu drops deep and fast. He slide steps with an eye on the quarterback. He sets into the deep middle and plays middle linebacker there. That's where he joined a gang of four that smacked around Torry Holt. Holt got the first, but barely, and took four solid shots to get it. Tatupu led off. He hit Holt in the ball and fell away attempting a strip. Then ...

NFL Network's RedZone: Looking backwards and going forward
Big Cat Country — ... and the end zone.  Putting Mike Thomas on the outside, opposite of Torry Holt, took away that threat.  ...

Primer: Houston Texans (2-3) at Cincinnati Bengals (4-1)
Cincy Jungle — ... touchdowns and a passer rating of 96.3. With 254 yards passing, Palmer will reach 17,000 career yards passing. Dating back to December 21, 2008, Cedric Benson leads the NFL with 769 yards rushing on 147 carries (4.4 yards-per-rush). Benson is averaging 97.7 yards rushing in games that he's recorded 20 carries or more -- his teams are 9-1-1. Since 2002, Chad Ochocinco ranks second in the NFL with 8,928 yards receiving -- second to Torry Holt's 9,180. Andre Caldwell has two game-winning ...

Game Preview Week 6: St.Louis Rams at Jacksonville Jaguars
Big Cat Country — ... and Torry Holt: How will Sims-Walker respond to being benched for misconduct last week in Seattle? It seems he is sincere in his regret and wants to make amends with his team. Making up for his lost production in Seattle would do that. In addition, Torry Holt would love nothing more than have a big game against his former team. I believe the duo should have a big game on Sunday. ...

Panthers Receiving Tandem - Less than Good So Far
Cat Scratch Reader — ... up opposite the unestablished Devin Thomas or Malcolm Kelly. Yet Moss is 21-of-35 for 337 yards and two scores. Besides Welker-Moss and Smith-Muhammad, six other healthy tandems of NFL receivers have been targeted for at least 43 percent of their team's passes: The Giants' Smith-Mario Manningham (55), Seattle's T.J. Houshmandzadeh-Nate Burleson (48), Pittsburgh's Hines Ward-Santonio Holmes (47), Jacksonville's Torry Holt-Mike Sims-Walker (45), Denver's Brandon Marshall-Eddie ...

KA1Z3R's Previews and Predictions: Week 6
Silver And Black Pride — ... Jacksonville and Maurice Jones-Drew should have a walk in the park against this St. Louis defense which is 22nd in total defense and 23rd in rush defense. Jones-Drew is doing surprisingly well as one of the few truly every down backs. But what I expect is to see Jacksonville put this pass offense on display. Ranked 19th, Garrard is getting a great chemistry going with a little known receiver named Mike Sims-Walker and a greatly known fossil named Torry Holt. The ...

Jacksonville Jaguars defeat St. Louis Rams 23-20 in dramatic overtime finish!
Big Cat Country — ... In what was an exhausting and dramatic game between the 0-5 St. Louis Rams and the 2-3 Jacksonville Jaguars, the home team pulled out a victory with a 36 yard overtime field goal by Josh Scobee.  The Jaguars seemed to have the game under control after a Jones-Drew touchdown, but a short pass by David Garrard was intercepted and returned for a touchdown by Leonard Little. The Jaguars had nearly 500 yards of offense, with Jones-Drew, Torry Holt and Mike Sims-Walker each having over 100 yards ...

Rams@Jacksonville The view from the stadium
Big Cat Country — ... I know everyone will give MJD the game ball, but in the stadium it was clear who dominated the game, Torry Holt.  David threw one pass to Torry and it was badly off the mark. Torry was standing facing David about 15 yards down field and the ball sailed to the right. Torry stretched his arm out as far as it would go and the ball stuck to his fingertips. It looked like a two-finger catch. Another was a beautiful foot-dragging-catch stretching to the sideline. Another was the opening drive catch when he had two defenders spinning around looking for ...

Jaguars' Play-Calling An Issue in Win Over Rams
Big Cat Country — ... Dirk has already been called out by Torry Holt and MJD this year. Torry isn't happy with the route designs for the WRs, which speaks volumes to me because he came from arguably one of the most prolific passing offenses in history. If Torry says he isn't happy with the designs, then I would assume they may be lacking in some way. MJD called out Dirk for abandoning the running game, which Dirk has done in the past. He loves to pass the ball, and he should be forced to call more runs. ...

Week Seven: Colts v. Rams Preview
Stampede Blue — ... walked into the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis to take on the Rams. The last time they played there was 2001, a season where the Colts won only 6 games and the Rams were well on their way to their second Super Bowl appearance in three years. Since then, both franchises have gone in opposite directions. The Rams had (roughly) a two or three year run of dominance, with an offense dubbed "The Greatest Show on Turf." With players like Kurt Warner, Isaac Bruce, Torry Holt, and Marshall Faulk on thie roster, this was a team people ...

BCC forms partnership with The Jag Mag
Big Cat Country — ... the newspaper and most local talk radio shows) have certainly played a huge part in the pessimistic attitude that has taken hold of this community.  In large part the loyal Jaguars fans knows that this franchise is moving in the right direction and that there are plenty of things to be excited about. We have a mobile quarterback, who, despite criticsm have shown that he is a winner.  We have one of the brightest stars in the league at RB (MOJO), a future Hall of Famer in Torry Holt, rising stars in WR Mike Walker and TE ...

Jacksonville Jaguars @ Tennessee Titans Thursday Injury Report
Music City Miracles — ... -- Brian Witherspoon CB Hamstring Did Not Participate In Practice -- Torry Holt WR Not Injury Related Full Participation in Practice ...

MCM Play of the Week (Week 8)
Music City Miracles — ... , Hood! Even if Torry Holt wouldn't have run into the official, I think Hood still gets this pick. Hopefully this guy keeps performing like this and knocks Harper out of that starter spot. Also, ...

Primer: Baltimore Ravens (4-3) at Cincinnati Bengals (5-2)
Cincy Jungle — ... back Cedric Benson leads the AFC (second in the NFL) with 1,002 yards rushing on 227 attempts (4.4 yards-per-rush). When Benson rushes 20 times or more in a game, he averages 105.3 yards rushing per game (his teams are 10-1-1). Benson also looks to have back-to-back 100-yard rushing performance against the Ravens (recorded 120 yards rushing in first meeting). Since 2002, Chad Ochocinco ranks second in the NFL with 9,149 yards receiving -- Torry Holt has 9,298 yards receiving. Chad is looking to record a ...

Kansas City Chiefs vs Jacksonville Jaguars Matchup
Arrowhead Pride — ... When he has the ball look out. He has 10 rushing touchdowns this year thus far and likes to get passed to in the flats.  He is fast and effective in the screen game. Our linebacker core is pretty good at stopping the run but if too aggresive I think MJD will run right by us.  If we use some QB spys like I think we will because Garrard likes to run then maybe it will help against MJD as well. Advantage: Maurice Jones-Drew Mike Sims-Walker and Torry Holt vs Brandon Flowers and Brandon Carr ...

Jacksonville Jaguars' Coaches: Jack, Dirk, and Mel
Big Cat Country — ... It is quite simple actually. Dirk was brought here to bring the high-flying attack to North Florida that he had at ASU. When he got here, he was conservative, and played towards the Jaguars' strengths. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said today. He's had his play selection slammed by MJD and he's also faced questions from veteran and leader of the WR corp, Torry Holt. If Dirk can't get back to what's successful by focusing on the Jaguars strengths, he'll hold the team down. Unfortunately, he's tied entirely to Del Rio, and Jack cannot get rid of Dirk to ...

The State of the Team
NFL Touchdown — ... You can find the original post of my story here. I also suggest you check out some of the other things Turf Show Times has to offer, it’s a great site. Have a great weekend everyone. The State of the Team About ten years ago, the Rams were emerging as perennial front runners in the league after 10 years of just plain bad football. Some guy named Kurt Warner was throwing the ball to some rookie receiver named Torry Holt and newly acquired running back Marshall Faulk was running all over the place. ...

Any Given Sunday; Week 9 Preview
Niners Nation — ... Jacksonville is by no means a power house, but they do have better playmakers on offense. Running back Maurice Jones-Drew and receivers Torry Holt and Mike Sims-Walker are all better than their counterparts on the Chiefs. The Jaguars are a physical team and they like to emphasize the running game. I expect they will rely on Maurice Jones-Drew, and he should have success against a Kansas City defense giving up 131 rushing yards per game. They won't win pretty, but Jacksonville should do enough to win this game at home and close the gap between themselves and ...

Kansas City@Jacksonville The view from the stadium
Big Cat Country — ... I saw Torry Holt pull that vanishing move again and go over the middle. What an incredible reciever he must have been in his prime. It is still a pleasure to watch him. ...

Quick Bytes: 11/9/2009
Big Cat Country — ... continues to impress as a X factor. Torry Holt get's to 900 career receptions and 11th on All Time receiving yards list. ...

First Half Grades and Awards
Big Cat Country — ... has been showing why the Jaguars have been so patient with his injuries, while Torry Holt has been the best free agent pick up since Mike Peterson. ...

The Return of the 4-3 Defense Series by Series: First-Half
Big Cat Country — ... Daryl Smith was on that side as well, and was easily blocked. 3rd and 6, KC in the shotgun. John Henderson and Montavius Stanley run a stunt and Henderson should've had a sack. It was vintage Hen, as he totally tossed the offensive lineman aside and dove at Cassel's feet. Julius Williams stayed in for Harvey on that play, and brought some pressure. He is possibly our fastest DE, at least from watching today's film. Three-and-out again. Nice work Team Torry Holt fumbles.  Fifth KC possession at Jaguars ...

Ten Things I'll be looking to see from the Jaguars in the 2nd half of 2009
Big Cat Country — ...   continue to show he is a legit #1 WR? Is Torry Holt going to show he is worth keeping on the roster? Is Jarrett Dillard going to establish himself? ...

New Orleans Saints @ St. Louis Rams: Chat with the Enemy
Canal Street Chronicles — ... TST: I wouldn't bet on anything like that happening again. In 2007, we still had Torry Holt and  ...

New York Jets Pass Defense vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Pass Offense
Gang Green Nation — ... can take any receiver out of the game. He's only one player, though. The Jaguars have two good receivers, Torry Holt and Mike Sims-Walker. ...

Jaguars 24 Jets 22: A New Low
Gang Green Nation — ... after the Jets took the lead in the fourth. It was not an unforced error but still a ball a number one receiver can't let hit the ground. He also never should have thrown it on his option pass. He had open field and a blocker in front of him and could have picked up a first down by tucking and running. Lowery/Sheppard Combo: Dwight Lowery and Lito Sheppard are good football players. They have been good to very good this season. They had trouble with Torry Holt and Mike Thomas. Darrelle Revis shut down Mike ...

Shallow Thoughts & Nearsighted Observations
The Mile High Report — ... o.  Torry Holt was a great player for many years, despite playing for some obscure St. Louis teams.  Really, you could make a case that he was a better player than a few Hall of Famers.  (How about Art Monk, Steve Largent, and Lynn Swann to name a few?)  I would go so far as to say that he was better than any WR the Broncos have had in my lifetime, a little ahead of ...

Bills Fantasy Friday: Week 11 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em
Buffalo Rumblings — ... Torry Holt - The veteran receiver hasn't scored a touchdown all season, but has put up a solid 35 receptions for 485 yards thus far.  Unless Sims-Walker gets hurt or suspended again, Holt doesn't have much value in fantasy lineups.  Keep him on the bench. Verdict: Sit 'Em ...

Bills @Jacksonville The View from the Stadium
Big Cat Country — ... The Jaguars had 325 yards of offense against one of the worst defenses.  When you combine the Terrell Owens show with no real offense for the Jaguars you get COACHING ERRORS!!!!!  AHHHHH it was so frustrating watching this game.  Thank God for Marcedes Lewis and Mike Simms Walker.  They showed up to play today. Even my idol. Torry Holt dropped balls today.  ...

49ers-Jaguars: Wednesday Injury Report
Niners Nation — ... so if he is demoted it's certainly a sign of accountability.  Will we get to see an old school matchup between Dre Bly and Torry Holt? ...

49ers-Jaguars: The World According to Madden
Niners Nation — ... Lee with a decent punt, but the Niners punt coverage cannot get to Witherspoon and he gets a 15 yard return. Ball on the 49er 47. Niners blitz one corner on each side, and Garrard can only throw the ball away. MJD up the middle on 2nd down, but Lewis stuffs him for just a 2 yard gain. On 3rd and 8 Garrard drops back feels almost immediate pressure from Manny Lawson, and throws it quickly to Torry Holt on the left side but ...

Game Preview Week 13: Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars
Big Cat Country — ... games. Jaguars Offense vs Texans Defense First and foremost, the Jaguars offensive line has to rebound from easily it's worst showing in weeks. Eugene Monroe turned his season around with a solid performance against Mario Williams back in Week 3, and not having to deal with Super Mario would be great for David. Former All-Pro CB Duanta Robinson has been woefully under performing for the Texans. Going up against Mike Sims-Walker and Torry Holt, I would expect the Jaguars to actively target Robinson's side as ...

Texas@Jacksonville ... When the Game was Won
Big Cat Country — ... 2-10-JAX 24 (3:19) M.Jones-Drew up the middle to JAX 39 for 15 yards (D.Barber). (Torry Holt thowing a nice block). ...

Torry Holt is showing this team how a winner acts.
Big Cat Country — ... are hitting hard and Maurice has been stopped. Thank God for the defense. It is the start of the second quarter and is third and 7 on the Houston 43. Duante Robinson just broke up a pass to Torry on the right side. David tells them it is the same play to the left side. He looks at Torry and Torry nods and smiles. It will be ok. Torry Holt is a winner. Let's see what happens next. ...

Dolphins vs Jaguars: Three Key Matchups
The Phinsider — ... told, this is a very interesting matchup. Why? Because this will be an excellent measuring stick to see how far Vontae Davis and Sean Smith have come. They've had to go up against some of the game's best receivers over the past two months (Randy Moss, Wes Welker, Steve Smith, Marques Colston, etc...). But this week they get to face an up-and-coming star, Mike Sims-Walker, and an aging but crafty veteran, Torry Holt - which should make for some interesting moments. Last ...

St. Louis Rams vs. Tennessee Titans Series at a Glance
Music City Miracles — ... passes for 3 TDs as Rams outlast Tennessee.  Rams WR Torry Holt catches 9 passes for 163 yards, incl. 32-yard TD. ...

2010 prospect watch (WR edition) - Dec. 9th
Turf Show Times — ... work on their routes, Damian Williams might have run the best routes of any draft-eligible WR this season.  I only caught three USC games this season, and I couldn't help but wonder why USC didn't try to involve him more in their offense.  He did handle punt return duties this season, but he wasn't as explosive as Bryant in that aspect.  He'll also need more bulk at the next level if he wants to handle physical corners in the NFL with ease.   Reminds me of: Torry Holt 4 - Mike Williams*d, ...

Dolphins vs Jaguars: Five Good Questions
The Phinsider — ... as a true slot player, and Torry Holt as ole reliable. Our back-up TE's have been doing great, too. Wilford had a TD last week, and Zach Miller had huge YAC numbers. ...