banned1976
sleeper mode
After reading a bit about him, I do not want.
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- Thread starter SnakeEyes
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I have to agree with you. I had Ersery behind the other OTs taken because he needs to improve his technique. But there's no question he has the tools. Didn't play football until sophomore year in high school. Played basketball, wrestled, threw the shot and discus. Ersery is a bet, but an educated bet.
Doesn't have a major injury, like Simmons. Doesn't need to get stronger, like Conerly. But there is work to be done. Ersery's major problem is letting rushers get into his body, and it becomes a wrestling match. Watch this clip and you'll see (#69). You'll also see Ersery picking up stunts and blitzes. There's a lot to like for a LT that will likely need a redshirt year.
Mr teX
Hall of Fame
Would love to just take Henderson #34, but think NEED of enforcing interior OL to great to pass on Tate Ratledge.
Reason why the board didn’t fall in the Texans favor was 8 OL went in first round alone. Maybe if Zach Martin didn’t retire, Booker would have fallen to the Texans but he did and Cowboys drafted for need.
Now it’s the Texans turn. Ratledge is the highest graded IOL left on the board. Texans must stick and pick. Then can move around to get rest of their guys.
Ratledge is the only plug and play OL left on the board imo so im very much in agreement with you that they MUST stick and pick him at 34. Will be highly disappointed if they don't get him after missing out on Conerly. Milum's not that guy.... Ersery's huge but slow imo.
SnakeEyes
Under NRG
I saw this and blew it off. But, did not see anything about his mom. It was about college only. Might have to do some reading
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Yeah I just read that and we don't want the mom gf combo. However, they could be ok if not for what appears to be a lazy player. That's a sure problem
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Mariotexan
Noob
Who do you think Nick had at 25 that is still available in round 2?
My husband said that Fisher is better than the lower round tackles that went in the first.
What do you guys feel about Trapilo?
I would love to draft Judkins…
My husband said that Fisher is better than the lower round tackles that went in the first.
What do you guys feel about Trapilo?
I would love to draft Judkins…
Porky
Hall of Fame
Thanks Doc. Everything I see is NOT swarm. Meco wants the Swarmiest guys he can find. I think by year 3, we all know what is meant by SWARM.
badboy
Hall of Fame
I am just guessing but based on past history, I think Nick's going to trade down for six more rounds to be added to the draft. I really don't understand why Roger Goodell did not think of that and just went with a first round? I mean, just think of the advertising and the fan enthusiasm if the draft could go more than one day.
beerlover
Hall of Fame
Fisher is no where near Conerly/Simmons. Prey to almighty he can hold down the right side? Don’t think drafting him had any foresight in replacing Tunsil, more like Tytus Howard.
Next best OT in this draft would be small school prospect, Charles Grant out of William & Marry. But then there is that non power conference bias with Texans. Draft him with one of the 3rd’s.
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badboy
Hall of Fame
Dez Watson told me he is extremely glad that Nick went and got that pick 255 from Cleveland.
beerlover
Hall of Fame
Ersery, despite his massive size has barely 33” arm length, and doesn’t have NFL LT footwork.
Ratledge has swarm, if that is deciding factor? Like his movement skills over Booker, more of pure OG vs Donovan Jackson. OL is the hottest commodity of this draft, and not the deepest, reason why they’re all flying off the board.
Porky
Hall of Fame
I'm not sure which "lower round tackles" that went in the first he is referring to. If he's talking about Banks and the other guys that went top of first round, I'd have to strongly disagree with that assessment. If he's talking Simmons and Conerly...it's a "it depends". If you want a technician that can develop into a Laremy Tunsil type of athlete...he's your guy. I think his upside is higher than Fischer. But I wanted someone more physical. Simmons is a beast IF healthy and would be a laughable comparison to Fisher...again IF healthy. He also has some character questions, but guys can grow out of maturity issues. I think the biggest question is the lower limb. If healthy, he's a top 10 pick in any draft.
I like, but don't love Trapillo. Of course, that starts to apply to all these guys as we move down the board. He's super tall - 6 ft 8 in. I just wonder about leverage with a guy like that. I haven't watched him enough to have a super strong opinion on the height and how he handles it. Feels like a late second or 3rd rounder. I'd be ok with him in the 3rd. I'd rather go inside in the second, and my top target is Ratledge.
cland
Rookie
Hehe, if you guys are going to judge an offensive tackle in Blake Fisher after one year, you'll want no part of Charles Grant.
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Mariotexan
Noob
Well, I guess we have to wait 2026 draft for tackles, I’m concerned…continue to load up picks for next year.
Mariotexan
Noob
He thought Nick was going to be able to trade up for Banks. He was referring to Simmons and Conerly. We still think Fisher can be really good player, especially with the new OC and OL coaching.
GanadoUHCoog
Waterboy
I had this exact thought this morning. I think Caserio has 4-5 guys that hed like to get 2 of by pick 40. If we don’t trade 34 for picks expect the 2 players by 40 strategy
Porky
Hall of Fame
Here's a list that I have in my mind for the second round. Let's get two of these guys. Some would be more 34ish...some more 58ish. I suspect they trade up from 58. They are not in any particular order. I don't have Mike Green because someone said he has a red X over the words sexual assault.
Jayden Higgins WR
Mason Taylor TE
Tate Ratledge G
Jalen Royals WR
Kyle Williams WR
Treveyon Henderson RB
Elijah Arroyo TE
Kaleb Johnson RB
TJ Sanders DT
Carson Schwesinger LB
Jack Bech WR
Omarr Norman-Lott DT
Shavon Revel CB
Will Johnson CB
Aireontae Ersery OT
Nick Emmanwori S
Darius Alexander DT
Jaylin Noel WR
Jonah Savaiinea G
Nic Scourton DE
Alfred Collins DT
A few players I like more in the 3rd but wouldn't cry at 58 - Tre Harris, Judkins, Terrence Ferguson, Trapillo, Cam Skattebo, et al.
Jayden Higgins WR
Mason Taylor TE
Tate Ratledge G
Jalen Royals WR
Kyle Williams WR
Treveyon Henderson RB
Elijah Arroyo TE
Kaleb Johnson RB
TJ Sanders DT
Carson Schwesinger LB
Jack Bech WR
Omarr Norman-Lott DT
Shavon Revel CB
Will Johnson CB
Aireontae Ersery OT
Nick Emmanwori S
Darius Alexander DT
Jaylin Noel WR
Jonah Savaiinea G
Nic Scourton DE
Alfred Collins DT
A few players I like more in the 3rd but wouldn't cry at 58 - Tre Harris, Judkins, Terrence Ferguson, Trapillo, Cam Skattebo, et al.
Porky
Hall of Fame
I thought that was a possibility if he lasted to the back half of the teens. He went at 9. That would have taken way too much draft capital for a very good, but not special prospect. Booker was my guy...but again the NFL thought WAY more of him than the majority of this board. We've had people scream and pout about the getting the best guard in the draft like getting a mauler with a bad attitude would be the worst thing in the world. In any event, he went 12 to Dallas, and they will be the beneficiary and lead that line into the next phase.
cland
Rookie
Note to self: Check in on Conerly in two years... If he's good, give Porky s*** 'in aeternum' on this message board.
CloakNNNdagger
Hall of Fame
Trapillo is not an NFL LT. He might be able to handle RT, but is most likely built for NFL OG.
OptimisticTexan
2024 / Rebuilding Block 4 After Playoffs / Texans
That would be my RD2 picks. RB- Henderson (Ohio State) and WR- Higgins (Iowa State).
My only question is what Caserio and Ryans are thinking about Pierce. If they’re willing to give him a big shot at fitting into the new offense, then Henderson as a draft pick may only be a desire of some by us.
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badboy
Hall of Fame
I wonder why Nick now considered by many as a Master Trader did not do exactly what you said?
CloakNNNdagger
Hall of Fame
TexanBorn51
All Pro
Yep imo I think so a trade or two from all those 6&7 picks
TexanBorn51
All Pro
Ratledge is a fav OL
Number19
Hall of Fame
I see a lot of support for Ratledge, but I'm going with Wyatt Milum, not as a tackle, but inside as a LG, with the ability to play either tackle positions if called on to do so.
Rutledge would be a fallback choice.
I like Higgins, as well, at 34, and I believe he'll go off the boards quickly, but I believe they'll be a WR available with our second 2nd round pick, maybe after a trade up.
Rutledge would be a fallback choice.
I like Higgins, as well, at 34, and I believe he'll go off the boards quickly, but I believe they'll be a WR available with our second 2nd round pick, maybe after a trade up.
Texansballer74
The Marine
I think the Browns will pick him at 33.All I know is Sanders is still sitting at home!sorry, just think it’s hilarious. He’s just not that good for the first round, maybe not even the second.
Plus, no one wants to deal with all the “daddy” crap. I wouldn’t
badboy
Hall of Fame
Higgins and Wyatt Milum would be great today.
Texian
Hall of Fame
How is it the Master Trader missed out on Atlanta as the Falcons skipped the Master Trader and gave the Rams at #26, one spot behind the Texans at #25, their #46 pick and a 2026 1st RD pick? One would think that Master Trader would have called these teams before draft to inform that #25 was available for their 2nd RD and a 2026 1st RD. How is it the Rams could get a 2026 1st RD pick at #26 and the Texans could not at #25?
dalemurphy
Hall of Fame
It may have had something to do with the additional 3rd rounder in 2025... I have no idea why any Texan fan would be displeased with Caserio's trading activity with draft picks. He has been masterful. But more than that, it is continuing evidence that our GM leaves no stone unturned. The hardest working "suit" in the NFL.
badboy
Hall of Fame
Perhaps Nick thought he could do more with 2.34 than 46. Perhaps Atlanta didn't offer the package to Texans.
TexansBull
Hall of Fame
When did the Falcons get desperate? When they saw NYG move up and got inspired?
Did the Texans get a desperate phone call from Falcons GM? Or did they already have the deal completed before ATL decided to make a move.
Is Caserio supposed to be in every draft room and know what every GM is doing?
Who is capable of that?
Eliot Wolf?
Texian
Hall of Fame
The Master Trader got 40 points over the 720 points for the 25th pick from a team desperate to get their QB. Les Snead is picking behind the Texans, got 400 points over his #26 700 points. The Master Trader received a Master Class from Les Snead on NFL draft day trading. Les Snead embarrassed the Master Trader.
Texian
Hall of Fame
So, you are telling me, for their #46th pick in the 2025 NFL draft and a 2026 1st RD pick, the Falcons would have rather had the 26th pick over the 25th pick? OK then. Everyone in the NFL knows the Texans are in line for an OT. Don't be surprised to see a team jump ahead with a trade with Cleveland to nab the Minnesota OT. - It is the Trade Master's way.
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Porky
Hall of Fame
Feel free my friend. We all miss on guys sometimes! He may end up being great. To be clear, I don’t think he’s a bust guy either, but I don’t know how good he can hold up to bull rushers and how well he can run block. Maybe in time…
JWLCASPER
Waterboy
The Rams also had to move a 3 (101) back along with 26 to the Falcons for their 2.46, a 7th and next years first. Nick probably valued the 2.34 and a third this year plus the third next year as more valuable as a whole without having to give up a day 2 pick as well. At his presser he said the meat of this draft is in the middle rounds, and obviously they likely still want to either get a guy near 2.34 or use it for more trade ammo instead of waiting for 365 days and another season for the Falcons pick to come to fruition. Though that pick “could” be valuable and likely will be, it’s a time cost basis and likely that offer was presented to Houston as well. Nick chose the one he preferred and now we move forward.
Number19
Hall of Fame
A 2026 1st would have been great, but we can't just abandon the 2025 draft plan. There is still a player on the board that the Texans had slotted for 25 that they likely felt would not be there at 46. Now we just have to see who that player is.
That is, he is doesn't work another trade. We still have to see what Cleveland does at 33. If they pass on Sanders, ????.
Texas Punishers
Waterboy
GO GET JAYDEN
TexansBull
Hall of Fame
TxnsJuggernaut1
All Pro
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That is freakishly close. I will say that Higgins was the more productive player in college, as Collins sat out 2020 Covid season.
TxnsJuggernaut1
All Pro
What do you think of Chimere Dike as a Round 6 pick if he is available?
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It’s not just his mom. It’s his Entourage including his girlfriend. He’s a big time diva and on top of that he’s not that good of a WR. He is someone you have to scheme open. Find a way to get him the ball in the open field. He’s not a good route runner. Will take time to develop unless you have a specific plan for him.You’re hearing some of these anonymous quotes or anonymous scouts… My response to everybody has been: he’s never been arrested, he’s never had a public incident at our University, he has never once been to my office to complain about his role, never once complained publicly about ‘I’m not getting enough touches’, has just been a great teammate, an All-American.”
Mizzou HC Drinkwitz
Missouri HC Eliah Drinkwitz Claps Back At Todd McShay For Calling Luther Burden III “A Diva”
Luther Burden III is getting the diva reputation. However, he hasn't done anything to deserve it, and his HC is coming to his defense.thesportsrush.com
He's mad because Nick is not Eliot Wolf... and he makes his Colts look worse than usual
badboy
Hall of Fame
And you are assuming that Nick sees our left tackle the same way you do. I have mentioned this frequently in different threads that he may be okay with Robinson if he cannot get the exact player he wants. I think all of us are reading in the draft that he was interested in banks but was not going to pay the price. Let's not forget that he is paying Robinson a starter wage.
TexansFan15
All Pro
Honestly I’m not sure. I haven’t looked into him at all. The draft analysts that I listen to haven’t mentioned him either. So I’d probably have to do a little research on him.
badboy
Hall of Fame
I want two more wide receivers, however if Higgins is one of them I would be okay with that. He and Nico plus Kirk would really help each other.