FILE -Denver Broncos safety Kareem Jackson (22) reacts to be disqualified from the game against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Denver. Broncos safety Kareem Jackson returned to practice Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023 after completing his second suspension. Jackson missed Denver's last four games. Jackson has forfeited nearly $1 million in fines and paychecks over a series of over-the-top tackles this season.(AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
The Houston Texans shot out of a cannon last season. They went from a 3-13-1 record in 2022 to not only a 10-7 mark, but they also won the AFC South and a playoff game to boot. They have an outstanding 2023 draft class to thank for that, which included both the eventual offensive (CJ Stroud) and defensive (Will Anderson Jr.) Rookie of the Year winners as well as wide receiver Nathaniel ‘Tank’ Dell and center Juice Scruggs.
Houston got a lot from their rookies last season.It will be harder to replicate that rookie production this time around. The Texans had two first-round picks at their disposal last year, but have none this time around. They parted with the first trade received from the Cleveland Browns when Deshaun Watson traded for Anderson Jr. a year ago and recently sent the 23rd overall pick to the Minnesota Vikings.
Houston won’t make a selection (as things stand) until the 42nd overall pick in the draft. However, they still have significant prospects in government. Players like Chris Braswell, TJ Tampa and Trey Benson come to mind as options for the Texans. However, Braswell did not bring in more sacks compared to Turner.
