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1st Round Pick

All positions should be on the table when it comes to the first pick. I mean if Oliver or a player Of that caliber falls to them rhth should run the pick to the podium and thank their lucky stars.

If the talent level is close to the same then I would definitely pick an OT so that I wouldn't hopefully have to see Davenport play again and protect Watson. Because if Watson isn't protected it doesn't matter how many CB"s you draft.
 
Lucky said:
With $67 million in cap space, why not both? I realize that Clowney's franchise tag will take some. But there should be no restrictions on getting help at both LT and CB in free agency.
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I'm hesitant, if we can get starters at corner in draft why pay? Selective spending for right player only.
 
steelbtexan said:
All positions should be on the table when it comes to the first pick. I mean if Oliver or a player Of that caliber falls to them rhth should run the pick to the podium and thank their lucky stars.

If the talent level is close to the same then I would definitely pick an OT so that I wouldn't hopefully have to see Davenport play again and protect Watson. Because if Watson isn't protected it doesn't matter how many CB"s you draft.
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True dat, got to go with BPA in the first round with few exceptions.
BTW speaking of Oliver, I doubt that he goes as high as some folks had been predicting in the past. Anyone weighing only 280-85 not named Aaron Donald is gonna be highly
challenged to be a big-time playmaker as a DT in the NFL.
 
IDEXAN said:
I was already a fan of Washington St. OT Andre Dillard coming into the week, placing him in the first round of my initial mock draft. So far I’ve only grown fonder of the athletic left tackle prospect. And his performance is all the more impressive when you factor in the high-caliber of pass rushers he’s facing on the South squad, including Montez Sweat of Mississippi St., Oshane Ximines of Old Dominion and Jaylon Ferguson of Louisiana Tech.

Dillard looks every bit the part with a prototypical 6-4 7/8 inch, 310 pound frame and 34 inch long arms. Having played in Mike Leach’s pass happy attack in college there’s little doubt about Dillard’s ability to protect the edge. The question mark is run blocking, but Dillard has clearly made strides in terms of his hand use and technique.

Dillard isn’t always mentioned in conversations about the top blockers in this class, but he is arguably battling Ole Miss OT Greg Little to be the first left tackle prospect off the board. Remember, Jonah Williams of Alabama, Jawaan Taylor of Florida and Cody Ford of Oklahoma all profile as either guards or right tackles. Don’t be surprised if Dillard winds up coming off the board earlier than most expect, perhaps in the Top 15-20 overall.
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Speaking of Dillard, here's a very favorable report on his first day of practice in Mobile.
And he was impressive in yesterdays workout telecasted on the NFLNet in the one-on-ones as were a couple of other OT prospects I wan't too familar with: Tyrus Howard of Alabama State & Dennis Daily of South Carolina.
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Dillard is never mentioned with Little or Jonah Williams as a top tackle. I'll be shocked if a first rounder but I hope he's picked by #22.
 
badboy said:
Dillard is never mentioned with Little or Jonah Williams as a top tackle. I'll be shocked if a first rounder but I hope he's picked by #22.
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Why? How much of Dillard tape have you watched? He moved ls very well for such a big man. Very flexible, ue needs to get stronger but most rookies do.
 
IDEXAN said:
True dat, got to go with BPA in the first round with few exceptions.
BTW speaking of Oliver, I doubt that he goes as high as some folks had been predicting in the past. Anyone weighing only 280-85 not named Aaron Donald is gonna be highly
challenged to be a big-time playmaker as a DT in the NFL.
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I qowou take Oliver in a heartbeat. That guys special.
 
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Cajuste looks to me like a threat to get beat a lot by speed to power. His footwork and balance are concerns, imo.

Not that I think he's terrible or anything either, just relative to a few guys who could be there ... Little, Ford, and Risner in particular.
 
Shishkabob said:
In the limited tape I've watched of the tackle prospects(2-3 games a piece) I think I like Cajuste best(excluding Jonah Williams since he won't be in range) His injury history is my only worry and that might sway me to go elsewhere
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This is where I'm at i really like Little alot though, but he probably won't make it to 23. I like Cajuste a little more than Dillard. But with Cajuste injury history gitme Dillard. They are very close in talent level.
 
If there's a run on OL, that means some pretty good defensive players could fall into the Texans laps.....including WR and RB.
 
Mollywhopper said:
Cajuste looks to me like a threat to get beat a lot by speed to power. His footwork and balance are concerns, imo.

Not that I think he's terrible or anything either, just relative to a few guys who could be there ... Little, Ford, and Risner in particular.
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Like I said I haven't watched nearly enough tape on any of them, so my opinion isn't fully formulated. I like Little and Ford as well, Risner isn't bad but I like a lot wonder if he might be better suited inside, seeing him get worked in the pass rush 1 on 1s didn't help my opinion of him. He just seems like the jack of all trades master of none. Which for a backup lineman is a great ability to have, but I am a little tired of that with my starting lineman after years of hearing how great this player is because he is so "versatile" only to watch him struggle in the spot we put him.
 
steelbtexan said:
This is where I'm at i really like Little alot though, but he probably won't make it to 23. I like Cajuste a little more than Dillard. But with Cajuste injury history gitme Dillard. They are very close in talent level.
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Can Dillard play LT?
 
JB said:
Can Dillard play LT?
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Very well,

Great in pass pro and needs to work on improving his strength to become a better run blocker. He's not a bad run blocker but is more of a wall off blocker right now. Cajuste is good in pass pro and is a nastier run blocker but comes with an injury history. Since Cajuste skipped the Sr. Bowl I expect him to be there at 23. After the Sr. Bowl performance Dillard may or may not be there. If I had to guess probably not.
 
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steelbtexan said:
Very well,

Great in pass pro and needs to work on improving his strength to become a better run blocker. He's not a bad run blocker but is more of a wall off blocker right now. Cajuste is good in pass pro and is a nastier run blocker but comes with an injury history. Since Cajuste skipped the Sr. Bowl I expect him to be there at 23. After the Sr. Bowl performance Dillard may or may not be there. If I had to guess probably not.
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I'm surprised with Leach as Dillard's coach you found any tape of his run blocking lol
 
When does FA start?

I would go bpa and choose either an offensive lineman or a CB - if a special player drops, I‘d be ok with a WR, TE or LB here as well, maybe a HB. I hope we can keep KJ and the honey badger and maybe sign a CB in FA. OL-market seems dry, so we need to spend a high draft pick here. Trading up would be ok for me.
 
Wolf6151 said:
Take this with a grain of salt, from the limited film I've seen on Dillard, he's very impressive at LT. Great in pass protection, quick feet, moves well and very athletic. He might need a little work in run blocking but I'm not worried about that as long as he can protect DW blindside. I'd have no problems if the Texans took him at #23.
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This is my take as well. Dillard needs to get a little stronger, but that’s much easier to develop then good footwork
 
thunderkyss said:
We're drafting 23rd. Would you be okay trading a 4th to move up 5 spots if needed? Or one of our 2nds & probably get to 13?
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The first few mocks I have seen have mostly D players selected before our pick.

There should be a QB there (23) that someone covets. I'd be in to trade down and pick up extra picks if things fall that way. Perhaps a swap of firsts with someone and pick up one or two later in the draft.

Not a lot of separation on the top two or three O lineman. One would still be available to us.

:coffee:
 
steelbtexan said:
I've watched them all and I disagree with this statement. They are all good prospects I like Little the best.
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Something we can agree on I think is we should be able to really improve OL and corners this draft. I hope I am wrong on Dillard and Little although most of what I see indicates Little gone before we pick. I wish we could trade #23 to Raiders for #27 and pick up another two. Cannot find scenario for Raiders to do that.
 
In my opinion, the Texans need playmakers period! We know the offensive line needs improvement, but the coaching of that position doesn't lead me to believe they can coach up that spot. They might be better off signing Fleming or Brown. The price went up since Bobby Massie is now the 5th highest paid player at his position. If there is a top flight corner, rb, or even pass rusher there in the 1st, I think they should draft him
 
If there's a good o-line prospect on board, I feel like that's the painfully obvious choice. With that said I don't want them reaching for an o-lineman if there's a solid cornerback prospect available.
 
Mari-OWNED! said:
If there's a good o-line prospect on board, I feel like that's the painfully obvious choice. With that said I don't want them reaching for an o-lineman if there's a solid cornerback prospect available.
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I have a feeling that if an irresistible CB is on the board, they will take him and then try to package both their seconds in a trade to move up for their OL.
Of course, it all depends on who they get in FA.
Free agency begins 4:00PM March 13.
 
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Mari-OWNED! said:
If there's a good o-line prospect on board, I feel like that's the painfully obvious choice. With that said I don't want them reaching for an o-lineman if there's a solid cornerback prospect available.
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Is it not painfully obvious that injuries to Fuller and Coutee have derailed Texans? I’d say cross them off, until they prove otherwise, if you have impact starting WR sitting there @ #23 you take him, cause clearly Fuller or Coutee can’t stay on the field. If they can, moving forward, then your elite, your KC with Watson @ QB.
 
beerlover said:
Is it not painfully obvious that injuries to Fuller and Coutee have derailed Texans? I’d say cross them off, until they prove otherwise, if you have impact starting WR sitting there @ #23 you take him, cause clearly Fuller or Coutee can’t stay on the field. If they can, moving forward, then your elite, your KC with Watson @ QB.
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Coutee was just hamstring issues and being rushed back too quickly. Wouldn't be too panicked over him, but I'll give ya Fuller. Just don't think WR is the biggest need to be addressed in the 1st round as opposed to OL or CB.

Not really much of a fan of the WR class this year, but also not opposed to grabbing one by say the 3rd round. (Isabella, perhaps?) I personally feel that there's not much of a big difference in the WR talent pool of the guys that are considered the top prospects, to the guys that are considered mid-rounders.
 
Mari-OWNED! said:
Coutee was just hamstring issues and being rushed back too quickly. Wouldn't be too panicked over him, but I'll give ya Fuller. Just don't think WR is the biggest need to be addressed in the 1st round as opposed to OL or CB.

Not really much of a fan of the WR class this year, but also not opposed to grabbing one by say the 3rd round. (Isabella, perhaps?) I personally feel that there's not much of a big difference in the WR talent pool of the guys that are considered the top prospects, to the guys that are considered mid-rounders.
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You can do better, your a good judge of talent. Deebo is the real deal, watch his tape again. If you want to wait until 2nd then Doss is a solid sleeper, reminds me of Keenan Allen.
 
justmy2cents said:
RIGHT .... BPA - There may be a very good young QB there !!
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I think the BPA is an acceptable approach, provided the team needs are identified and strictly adhered to when discussing BPA.

I could go with, LT, RT, CB, RB in RD1. BPA from the positions listed.

In RD2, the team could add WR, OLB, DE to the list of positions.

7 positions including a QB in RD3 - RD7.
 
beerlover said:
Is it not painfully obvious that injuries to Fuller and Coutee have derailed Texans? I’d say cross them off, until they prove otherwise, if you have impact starting WR sitting there @ #23 you take him, cause clearly Fuller or Coutee can’t stay on the field. If they can, moving forward, then your elite, your KC with Watson @ QB.
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Doesn't matter how good your WRs are if your QB is taking 60+ sacks a season.
 
maverick512000 said:
Doesn't matter how good your WRs are if your QB is taking 60+ sacks a season.
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Actually that's very chicken & egg. If the WRs don't get open the QB will take sacks. The beauty to a Coutee type is he can get open enough really fast or take it deep.

Having said that, I think it is silly to write off Coutee. He had a single injury which was mismanaged but should naturally fully heal in the offseason.
 
infantrycak said:
Actually that's very chicken & egg. If the WRs don't get open the QB will take sacks. The beauty to a Coutee type is he can get open enough really fast or take it deep.

Having said that, I think it is silly to write off Coutee. He had a single injury which was mismanaged but should naturally fully heal in the offseason.
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Seems to be a recurring theme with the Texans. smh

Wonder if there is more to the story of our s/c coach leaving?

:coffee:
 
infantrycak said:
Actually that's very chicken & egg. If the WRs don't get open the QB will take sacks. The beauty to a Coutee type is he can get open enough really fast or take it deep.

Having said that, I think it is silly to write off Coutee. He had a single injury which was mismanaged but should naturally fully heal in the offseason.
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Carter is a suitable backup to Coutee and an upgrade at PR. Gaine did a really good job finding Carter off of the scrap heap rhat late in the season.
 
steelbtexan said:
Carter is a suitable backup to Coutee and an upgrade at PR. Gaine did a really good job finding Carter off of the scrap heap rhat late in the season.
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Seems kind of obvious. Coutee was down, Carter got waived & we claimed him. Yes he is a good backup to Coutee.
 
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