TheRealJoker
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I leaned heavily on the pre draft visit list. If there was evidence that Texans showed interest in a player I gave them preference if rated closely. The “hardest” pick to make is 13 imo. I just don’t think the Texans will stay put here. I think they will either move up packaging picks if one of their top values falls to the 8-10 range. Or I believe they will be trading down when the WR run starts in this spot.
3: Ikem Ekwonu OL NC State
Culture fit. Fulfills the scheme requirements and gives the Texans a new identity as a smash mouth team. I would put him next to Tunsil at LG, let Howard be RT to get best five on the field. Ikem goes over Neal due to having top 30 visit with Texans and higher ceiling as a guard. Former wrestler as well.
13: Kyle Hamilton S Notre Dame
This is the controversial pick. I almost put Jermaine Johnson here. Both targets for a trade up, both have been mocked here recently so I take it as fair game to put Hamilton here in my mock. Hamilton instantly becomes leader of the defense and a cheat code to elevate the players around him.
37: Logan Hall DL Houston
This one gets me excited... He is an improved version of Charles Omenihu with superior first step quickness and stronger anchor against run. Texans used Demarcus Walker as a DE/DT hybrid a bit last year and that’s what I see them doing with Hall. He stands up against the run better than other edge options and will pair well with Maliek Collins on passing downs to collapse the interior. Same size as Julius Peppers who Lovie got the opportunity to coach for 3 seasons.
68: Calvin Austin WR Memphis
Mills needs a weapon that can get open quickly and create big plays. Enter one of the most explosive players in the draft to take over the slot WR role. Pep will have a great time manufacturing ways to get him the ball.
80: Brian Asamoah LB Oklahoma
LB 3 to start the year. LZ’s comp for Asamoah was KGH. Sideline to sideline range, big time hitter and can cover RBs/TEs.
107: Jeremy Ruckert TE Ohio State
The new Y TE in town. There is a cluster of TEs in this range to fulfill the role but Ruckert gets preference for the top 30 visit over Otton, Woods and Kolar here. We know the position will be addressed, its just a matter of when.
108: Alontae Taylor CB Tennessee
6’ 32” arms 4.3 speed. Leader of not only his defense but was vice chair of SEC leadership council. Willing tackler and excelled as a ST gunner. NFL teams love all that stuff and he is a natural fit in Lovie’s secondary.
183: Tyreke Smith DE Ohio State
Will compete with Ogbo Okoronkwo for designated pass rusher when Hall kicks inside. High effort player who gets a lot of pressures but has had issues finishing in his college career. Will likely be a better pro than college player as he gets more time with NFL coaches to figure out how to finish with the sacks.
205: Hassan Haskins RB Michigan
My favorite RB value in the draft. I’ve gushed over him before on here. Has history with the team through Pep and Ben Mcdaniels. Had a virtual visit with the team and is the quintessential smash mouth football player. Wants to crush whatever is in front of him whether he has the ball or he is blocking. Will be an excellent thunder back and ST contributor.
207: Daron Bland CB Fresno State
Long athletic CB 6’ 32” arms 4.4 speed who excelled at Sacramento State then Fresno State as a transfer. Flies in like a missile to tackle with no regard for his safety. Pure zone CB and possible safety convert, does his best work when his eyes are on the QB.
245: D’eriq King QB Miami
Very talented athletic football player who falls here due to being 5’9” and his age. Older player would be more a veteran backup for Mills with all of his playing experience. Has the athleticism to be used in specialty sub packages. Possible WR convert.
3: Ikem Ekwonu OL NC State
Culture fit. Fulfills the scheme requirements and gives the Texans a new identity as a smash mouth team. I would put him next to Tunsil at LG, let Howard be RT to get best five on the field. Ikem goes over Neal due to having top 30 visit with Texans and higher ceiling as a guard. Former wrestler as well.
13: Kyle Hamilton S Notre Dame
This is the controversial pick. I almost put Jermaine Johnson here. Both targets for a trade up, both have been mocked here recently so I take it as fair game to put Hamilton here in my mock. Hamilton instantly becomes leader of the defense and a cheat code to elevate the players around him.
37: Logan Hall DL Houston
This one gets me excited... He is an improved version of Charles Omenihu with superior first step quickness and stronger anchor against run. Texans used Demarcus Walker as a DE/DT hybrid a bit last year and that’s what I see them doing with Hall. He stands up against the run better than other edge options and will pair well with Maliek Collins on passing downs to collapse the interior. Same size as Julius Peppers who Lovie got the opportunity to coach for 3 seasons.
68: Calvin Austin WR Memphis
Mills needs a weapon that can get open quickly and create big plays. Enter one of the most explosive players in the draft to take over the slot WR role. Pep will have a great time manufacturing ways to get him the ball.
80: Brian Asamoah LB Oklahoma
LB 3 to start the year. LZ’s comp for Asamoah was KGH. Sideline to sideline range, big time hitter and can cover RBs/TEs.
107: Jeremy Ruckert TE Ohio State
The new Y TE in town. There is a cluster of TEs in this range to fulfill the role but Ruckert gets preference for the top 30 visit over Otton, Woods and Kolar here. We know the position will be addressed, its just a matter of when.
108: Alontae Taylor CB Tennessee
6’ 32” arms 4.3 speed. Leader of not only his defense but was vice chair of SEC leadership council. Willing tackler and excelled as a ST gunner. NFL teams love all that stuff and he is a natural fit in Lovie’s secondary.
183: Tyreke Smith DE Ohio State
Will compete with Ogbo Okoronkwo for designated pass rusher when Hall kicks inside. High effort player who gets a lot of pressures but has had issues finishing in his college career. Will likely be a better pro than college player as he gets more time with NFL coaches to figure out how to finish with the sacks.
205: Hassan Haskins RB Michigan
My favorite RB value in the draft. I’ve gushed over him before on here. Has history with the team through Pep and Ben Mcdaniels. Had a virtual visit with the team and is the quintessential smash mouth football player. Wants to crush whatever is in front of him whether he has the ball or he is blocking. Will be an excellent thunder back and ST contributor.
207: Daron Bland CB Fresno State
Long athletic CB 6’ 32” arms 4.4 speed who excelled at Sacramento State then Fresno State as a transfer. Flies in like a missile to tackle with no regard for his safety. Pure zone CB and possible safety convert, does his best work when his eyes are on the QB.
245: D’eriq King QB Miami
Very talented athletic football player who falls here due to being 5’9” and his age. Older player would be more a veteran backup for Mills with all of his playing experience. Has the athleticism to be used in specialty sub packages. Possible WR convert.
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