Beyond evaluating Houston’s draft class, it’s important to assess the incoming talent across the AFC South. Each of the AFC South opponents approached the NFL Draft uniquely; some sought immediate starters, some acquired depth behind starts, and one team went rouge. Below, each class is analyzed, key contributors are spotlighted, and a final grade is […]
With the 2026 NFL Draft weekend in the rearview, teams have introduced their latest rookie class to the league in hopes of having them become part of the next Super Bowl puzzle. The draft also means finalizing past trades that included future draft picks. That includes a deal made in March 2025, which sent wide […]
The Texans 2026 NFL Draft is a full week in the books. While most pundits grade the Texans’ class between a B and a C, its impact on the roster should not be understated. The Texans bolstered the linebacker room and offensive line while adding depth to almost every position group. This post follows up […]
With the 2026 NFL Draft weekend in the rearview, teams have introduced their latest rookie class to the league in hopes of having them become part of the next Super Bowl puzzle. The draft also means finalizing past trades that included future draft picks. That includes a deal made in March 2025, which sent wide […]
It’s been a bit since we’ve done a Pittsburgh Steelers mailbag, so let’s fix that. After what was an eventful free agency and NFL Draft, the Steelers look much different today than they did when the clock hit triple zeroes in their wild card loss to the Houston Texans. So, drop down in the comments […]
Being the older sibling means eventually learning that comfort is fragile. Once a younger sibling arrives, attention is divided, expectations increase, and the margin for error shrinks. Nothing is officially lost—but nothing is guaranteed, either.The NFL operates the same way. Draft picks don’t just add talent; they redistribute career security. Competition is the league’s currency, […]
With the draft in the rear-view mirror and training camp still out ahead, let’s burn some time and thought predicting the future. Do you think Nick Caserio and his staff have built a roster that Demeco Ryans and his staff can leverage to win Houston their first Super Bowl trophy? Is this the year? Or […]
When Nick Caserio drafted Derek Stingley Jr. over Sauce Gardner I thought they got it wrong. But they didn’t. Sting is now considered the top CB in the NFL. When they drafted Kamari Lassiter I was hopefully optimistic he would contribute. He definitely has. When Calen Bullock heard his name called, I smiled cause he […]
The Buffalo Bills picked South Carolina defensive back Jalon Kilgore in the fifth round at No. 167 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. They acquired the selection in the first trade back of Round 1 with the Houston Texans. This is the sixth piece in my rookie profile series, which is providing a detailed look […]
Houston Texans News Way Too Early Houston Texans 53 Man Roster Projection, Version 2.0 (Houston Press) Nick Caserio Hints Texans Almost Made Another Draft Trade (Yahoo! Sports) Giants closing in on ex-Texans $2 million starter, Dexter Lawrence replacement (Sporting News) Texans UDFAs With the Best Chance to Make Week 1 Roster (Sports Illustrated) NFL News […]
The Houston Texans did not have many holes on their roster entering the 2026 NFL Draft, but there were a few spots that needed work, and they addressed those needs early. ROUND ONE: Georgia Tech Guard Keylan Rutledge (A-) Regardless of all the additions that were made along the offensive line throughout free agency, it […]
The draft may be over, but the 2026 offseason is still a live wire for the Houston Texans! NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo are reporting that the Texans are signing LB Azeez Al-Shaair to a 3-year extension, keeping him in Houston through the 2029 season. UPDATE: NFL.com insiders Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport are […]
Houston Texans News Texans’ post-draft depth chart: Will Keylan Rutledge play center or guard? (Houston Chronicle) Texans 12-man undrafted class includes punter Jack Stonehouse, corner Stephen Hall, Ivy League star Josh Pitsenberger (KPRC 2 Houston) Analysis: Wade Woodaz’s fit with the Houston Texans (TigerNet) Harris Hits: John Harris on every pick in the Texans’ 2026 […]
Houston’s draft is in the books. While their first two selections were a resounding received with positivity, the rest of the draft doesn’t follow a logical stream of consciousness. The chatter around the draft is heavily centered around Marlin Klein, who will define this class as much as Keylan Rutledge and Kayden McDonald. As the […]
We’ve finally made it, folks! The week of the 2026 NFL Draft has arrived. Be sure to bookmark this page for all our 2026 Jaguars draft content! Jaguars Draft Picks Round 2, Pick 56: Texas A&M TE Nate Boerkircher Round 3, Pick 81: Texas A&M DT Albert Regis Round 3, Pick 88: Oregon G Emmanuel […]
The 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone. The Houston Texans added eight players to their roster, addressing various positional and depth needs. Concurrently, the sports media that spent so much time evaluating prospects and looking at team’s needs is now engaging in the time-honored tradition of instant grades for a group of players that […]
One of the first hires for Terry Fontenot’s regime when he arrived in Atlanta was Chris Olsen, brought on to serve in a director of football administration role after a long stint as a Houston Texans cap guru. It appeared he would survive the wholesale changeover to Matt Ryan and Ian Cunningham in the front […]
The 2026 NFL Draft saw a robust trade market. Over the course of 257 selections, there were 41 distinct trades made, or nearly six per round. In fact, 112 different 2026 selections were moved at some point, or nearly 44% of the draft (and that excludes picks that had been traded prior to the start […]
Mike Tomlin stunned the NFL world when he stepped down as Pittsburgh Steelers head coach in January following a 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans. Tomlin has since joined NBC Sports and will be part of the Football Night In America pregame show. He joined Maria Taylor to discuss his new role, but also reflect […]
And just like that, the 2026 NFL Draft is over! After months and months of hype, draft prep, pro days, the entire NFL Combine…ketchup interviews…and more leading up to this moment, everything ends after just three days. This is the third and final part of my “Battle Red Blog at the 2026 NFL Draft” series, […]
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With the No. 124 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears selected Texas cornerback Malik Muhammad. After a surprising offensive-heavy approach on Day 2 in the draft, the Bears circled back towards the defensive side of the ball with their fourth-round pick in Muhammad. A top-100 player on my board, the Longhorns star […]
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Indiana football saw its eighth player taken in the NFL Draft on Saturday when the Houston Texans selected linebacker Aiden Fisher with the 243rd overall pick pick in the seventh round. Here’s what to know about the newest Texan (like, for the team and state, I suppose). Aiden Fisher – LB – 6’1”, 232 lbs […]
The Washington Commanders currently held six draft picks heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, with only two of them coming in the first two rounds. Last offseason, they made a major move, trading four draft picks to the Houston Texans for star left tackle Laremy Tunsil. That included their second and fourth-round picks in the […]