the surprise is that it is a solid BPA and need pick
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2nd round (40) : Ross Blacklock DT TCU
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Texansballer74
The Marine
Texans select TCU defensive tackle Ross Blacklock
The Houston Texans have selected TCU defensive tackle Ross Blacklock with the 40th overall selection in the 2020 NFL Draft.
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RGV82
Random guy
Not liking this. Wanted Edge.Texans select TCU defensive tackle Ross Blacklock
The Houston Texans have selected TCU defensive tackle Ross Blacklock with the 40th overall selection in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Brisco_County
Apples and roadmaps
So now the question is: Where do we get an edge rusher?
Texansballer74
The Marine
RGV82
Random guy
EDGE!!!!
Texansballer74
The Marine
They believe they have that in Ejiofor and Omenihu
this is an interior pass rusher
stingray
Hall of Fame
No pick is horrible until evaluated three years later.
badboy
Hall of Fame
James Lynch. Also med concerns may push Terrell Lewis down.
RGV82
Random guy
Based on needs and players available, it was a horrible pick.
theCATALYST
Football Messiah
Great pick. Awesome player. The hate for OB goes deep around here when folks are not happy with this pick.
Number19
Hall of Fame
NT was a definite need and Blacklock had a first round grade. Should start from day one.
badboy
Hall of Fame
I do not hate Coach but still ain't overjoyed with pick. I do understand it.
This guy ain’t a nose.
stingray
Hall of Fame
So we don’t need a DT? We just lost Reader.
SnakeEyes
Under NRG
If correct about what player he is like... love it. If not, how big was DT over edge? Seeing at his size he can play end in a 3-4. 303 is about what JJ has weighed at points.
badboy
Hall of Fame
nine tackles for loss doesn't scream pass rush to me.
RGV82
Random guy
We do but definitely not #1 priority.
Rich Schmidt
Myopicone
I liked him and Marlon, indeed we need edge, but can hope Martin and Ejifor do something, and he can move the pocket from inside and play anywhere on the line. We do need JJ successor, don't think that person is on the roster. I wonder what extra step Charles O makes in his second season, there is some raw talent there that flashed. We need to win the division first, and need to stop the run with Indy's line+Taylor, and Titans physical football
badboy
Hall of Fame
290 at combine IIRC
If correct about what player he is like... love it. If not, how big was DT over edge? Seeing at his size he can play end in a 3-4. 303 is about what JJ has weighed at points.
bah007
Hall of Fame
TCU played him at nose because they run an undersized 335. But he is a three tech at the next level.
Number19
Hall of Fame
You're technically right but that's how he'll be carried on the roster. In our base 34, he's the middle interior lineman, with the DE's on either side.
And what percentage of time do you think we, or any team for that matter, stay in base defensive package?
stingray
Hall of Fame
We will agree to disagree. If you are soft in the middle, all the extra protection will go to the edge from the opponent.
bah007
Hall of Fame
I’d be shocked if we used him that way. He’d get pushed around against the run. He’d be a DE in base opposite side of Watt and then push inside on passing downs.
banned1976
sleeper mode
He wasn’t a reach. He wasn’t a “steal” either. The Texans need help along the DL so he fits.
I can’t crucify O’Brien over the pick of this player but I’m also not jumping for joy. It certainly doesn’t erase all the mistakes O’Brien has made over the course of just a few months.
If their are O’Brien haters (and there are) it’s doubtful anything has changed tonight. Same goes for those who love O’Brien.
I can’t crucify O’Brien over the pick of this player but I’m also not jumping for joy. It certainly doesn’t erase all the mistakes O’Brien has made over the course of just a few months.
If their are O’Brien haters (and there are) it’s doubtful anything has changed tonight. Same goes for those who love O’Brien.
More than likely he & Jernigan will play DE opposite Jj. They'll line up as a 3Tech, or UT. This guy won't be two gapping Centers
Uncle Rico
Ur apology should be as loud as Ur disrespect was
is Ross Blacklock a better pick than Marlon Davidson?
bah007
Hall of Fame
More ability to get in the backfield but torn Achilles on his resume. Similar players overall I’d say.
Mr teX
Hall of Fame
this is what I’m thinking as well...
Number19
Hall of Fame
We'll see. I'm thinking Omenihu will start at RDE opposite Watt.
Mangler
Toro de España
He’s an upgrade from Reader. Boy can play DT, DE/Edge. First round talent.
Reader was a NT. This dude isn't. I'm holding my opinion until CnD weighs in on his 2018 Achilles injury.
He might. Blalock still won't start at nose
bah007
Hall of Fame
Base:
DE - Watt, Omenihu
NT - Dunn, Vanderdoes
DT - Jernigan, Blacklock, Blackson, Watkins (bye)
Pass rush:
DE - Omenihu
NT - Jernigan, Blackson
DT - Watt, Blacklock
LEO - Mercilus
That’s what I see for now. Watt can bounce around three of those four positions on passing downs to create matchups or work different rotations in.
DE - Watt, Omenihu
NT - Dunn, Vanderdoes
DT - Jernigan, Blacklock, Blackson, Watkins (bye)
Pass rush:
DE - Omenihu
NT - Jernigan, Blackson
DT - Watt, Blacklock
LEO - Mercilus
That’s what I see for now. Watt can bounce around three of those four positions on passing downs to create matchups or work different rotations in.
Uncle Rico
Ur apology should be as loud as Ur disrespect was
yea what’s the shelf life for professional athletes after blowing the Achilles ... 3-4 years?
He is NOT an upgrade from Reader. Completely different skill sets. Reader is Wilfork 2.0. This guy is a 3-5 technique player who doesn't have the size to clog the middle and let the ILBs make plays.