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On the positive, the Texans have won 2 straight games thanks to the heroics of TJ Yates. The negative, the Texans have stupidly returned the ball to Brian Hoyer. So much for momentum...
Major holes and problems still exist and for the purpose of this mock, the Texans are picking around 12.
1. Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Ohio State, 6’0, 225lbs, 4.54
I am not a huge fan of drafting running backs high. However, I think he is the best on the board when the picks come up. I would love to take Goff or a Lynch but both are likely gone. I don’t particularly like Cook. Elliott is the tough running all around rb that this offense needs. Can run, catch the ball, and block.
2. Jacoby Brissett, QB, North Carolina State, 6’4, 235lbs, 4.83
The Texans need a QB. I don’t think too many would argue with that opinion. I like Brissett. He has good prototypical QB size and has good accuracy (63% of his passes this year and 60% last year.) He had a good game against the #1 team in the country Clemson (59% completion rate for 254 yards and 3 touchdown passes.) While he has taken many snaps out of the shotgun, he has some experience under center. He is also able to move around and scramble. I would keep TJ Yates as the starter and let Brissett sit and learn for awhile. I would let him start around the halfway to ¾ of the way into the season after he has adjusted, received some good coaching, and had time to digest the playbook. Could be a very good prospect. An under the radar name who likely will pick up steam.
3. Jake Butt, TE, Michigan, 6’6, 250lbs, 4.70
The Texans TE position stinks. Butt would help alleviate the problem. He has looked pretty good this year under Harbaugh’s tutelage. Butt can block and catch the ball and would be a huge help in the passing game in either capacity.
4. Denver Kirkland, OG, Arkansas, 6’5, 340lbs, 5.28
This behemoth is a power run blocker. One way to help a young quarterback is to have a very good run game. The way you have a good run game is by getting a good running back (check) and then getting a devastating, mean, nasty run blocker. Would be able to compete for a spot ASAP.
5. Bralon Addison, WR/RB, Oregon, 5’10, 190lbs, 4.48
Would be a great slot receiver prospect. Could also be used as a quick back to pair with the much bigger and stronger Elliott. The Thunder and Lightening approach to wear down the opposing defense.
5. Tyler Marz, OT, Wisconsin, 6’5, 321lbs, 5.40
One thing you know you will get with Wisconsin OL are well coached, discipline, high technique players. Marz can be a good swing tackle and would represent good depth for the OL.
My goal for this draft was to lay some foundational work. The young QB is drafted and he is given a chance to succeed by addressing the OL (additional OG and depth at OT), an elite running back to help take the pressure off, and receiving weapons to help him out. I know some people will not like that I devoted the entire draft to the offense, but at the same time, the offense needs a lot of help.
Major holes and problems still exist and for the purpose of this mock, the Texans are picking around 12.
1. Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Ohio State, 6’0, 225lbs, 4.54
I am not a huge fan of drafting running backs high. However, I think he is the best on the board when the picks come up. I would love to take Goff or a Lynch but both are likely gone. I don’t particularly like Cook. Elliott is the tough running all around rb that this offense needs. Can run, catch the ball, and block.
2. Jacoby Brissett, QB, North Carolina State, 6’4, 235lbs, 4.83
The Texans need a QB. I don’t think too many would argue with that opinion. I like Brissett. He has good prototypical QB size and has good accuracy (63% of his passes this year and 60% last year.) He had a good game against the #1 team in the country Clemson (59% completion rate for 254 yards and 3 touchdown passes.) While he has taken many snaps out of the shotgun, he has some experience under center. He is also able to move around and scramble. I would keep TJ Yates as the starter and let Brissett sit and learn for awhile. I would let him start around the halfway to ¾ of the way into the season after he has adjusted, received some good coaching, and had time to digest the playbook. Could be a very good prospect. An under the radar name who likely will pick up steam.
3. Jake Butt, TE, Michigan, 6’6, 250lbs, 4.70
The Texans TE position stinks. Butt would help alleviate the problem. He has looked pretty good this year under Harbaugh’s tutelage. Butt can block and catch the ball and would be a huge help in the passing game in either capacity.
4. Denver Kirkland, OG, Arkansas, 6’5, 340lbs, 5.28
This behemoth is a power run blocker. One way to help a young quarterback is to have a very good run game. The way you have a good run game is by getting a good running back (check) and then getting a devastating, mean, nasty run blocker. Would be able to compete for a spot ASAP.
5. Bralon Addison, WR/RB, Oregon, 5’10, 190lbs, 4.48
Would be a great slot receiver prospect. Could also be used as a quick back to pair with the much bigger and stronger Elliott. The Thunder and Lightening approach to wear down the opposing defense.
5. Tyler Marz, OT, Wisconsin, 6’5, 321lbs, 5.40
One thing you know you will get with Wisconsin OL are well coached, discipline, high technique players. Marz can be a good swing tackle and would represent good depth for the OL.
My goal for this draft was to lay some foundational work. The young QB is drafted and he is given a chance to succeed by addressing the OL (additional OG and depth at OT), an elite running back to help take the pressure off, and receiving weapons to help him out. I know some people will not like that I devoted the entire draft to the offense, but at the same time, the offense needs a lot of help.
