With the NFL season in the books, mock drafts have taken over the internet. Nothing matters until after free agency since several positions will be addressed, but fans are locked into which standout could be on the board when their team is up to pick.
For the Houston Texans, it’s a three-position race entering the NFL Scouting Combine next week. Some think drafting an interior offensive lineman should be the priority since Houston’s 54 sacks allowed were the second-most in the NFL last season.
With Nico Collins being the only promising receiver under contract, some think adding a No. 2 pass-catcher should be the only move at No. 25. And then there’s the few who who think with both receiver and interior offensive line being loaded with potential, shoring up a long-term defensive tackle is the best course of action.
Texans Wire polled 39 mock drafts (including our own) to see which players are most commonly mocked with the No. 25 pick. There’s a scenario where Houston trades back to receive more compensation, but most mocks have Houston standing pat and adding either a receiver, offensive guard or defensive tackle.
Alabama offensive lineman Tyler Booker remains the favorite should he be on the board, but Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant has picked up steam in recent weeks. At receiver, a trio of targets continue to be in the running as replacements for All-Pro Stefon Diggs, who could be back on a short-term deal if all goes according to plan.
Based on the current projections, over 70% of mocks have Houston targeting an offensive player. Nearly 25% have Houston selecting a defensive tackle. Then, there are a few who have the Texans adding either a safety or linebacker once they move down.
Houston currently owns six picks entering free agency. Here’s a round-up of the latest mock drafts and who they have landing off the board when the Texans are on the clock.