What direction do the Houston Texans go with their first pick in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Offensive line?
Defensive back?
Wide receiver?
According to NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks, shoring up the trenches for the long term should be a priority for the AFC South champions. In his latest mock, Houston lands Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant to pair with Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr. in the front seven.
DeMeco Ryans’ desire to overwhelm opponents with a deep and talented D-line rotation makes Grant a possibility here.
After helping the Wolverines secure a national championship berth in 2024, Grant returned to Ann Arbor as the anchor of the front seven. In 12 games, he totaled seven tackles for loss and three sacks.
Listed as Pro Football Focus’ No. 2 interior defensive lineman prospect, Grant is considered by many as the top three-tech and an ideal fit for Houston’s front seven.
I decided to start watching Michigan’s defense because I wanted to see Will Johnson (who had an outstanding pick-six this game), Mason Graham, and Kenneth Grant.
On what was like the sixth play of the game, 0 Josaiah Stewart executes a spectacular club-rip move to reach Miller… pic.twitter.com/tdX7sugDNl
— Daniel Rios (@daniel_rios72) January 23, 2025
Houston needs longevity up the middle next to Anderson and Hunter. Mario Edwards Jr. and Denico Autry were suspended for multiple games, with the former currently set to his free agency. Foley Fatukasi has missed three games with a foot injury and is also on a one-year contract.