Texans Draft: David Quessenberry
With the 176th pick The Houston Texans have drafted offensive tackle David Quessenberry from San Jose State University. Quessenberry is one of the more versatile offensive lineman in this draft and has the skill set to play any position on the offensive line. He really stood out at the 2013 Senior Bowl where he opened some eyes when he held his own versus better competition. A former tight end, he has the skill set to move and get to the second level in the run game and has the athleticism to stay with quicker rushers. Pick Analysis: This pick is built for the future and…
Texans Draft: D.J. Swearinger
With the 57th pick The Houston Texans have selected defensive back D.J. Swearinger from South Carolina. Swearinger is what the Texans are looking for to take over and build for the future of the secondary, and should be able to see the field as a third safety for the defense. A good frame and aggressive player, Swearinger plays with the physical aspect that NFL teams want from their safeties. Originally a cornerback at South Carolina, he also played safety. He should make the conversion to safety completely where he is a natural fit in the NFL. Pick Analysis: The Texans have…
Texans Draft: DeAndre Hopkins
With the 27th Overall Pick The Houston Texans, in the 2013 NFL draft, have selected DeAndre Hopkins from Clemson University and have added one of the most complete wide receivers in the draft. During his senior season, Hopkins posted 82 receptions for 1,404 yards and 18 touchdowns. In three seasons at Death Valley, he had 27 total touchdowns and showed he can create as a wide receiver many ways. He can play across the middle or go over the top of defenses. Analysis: The Texans have finally added that elusive wide receiver that the team has needed for some time. Hopkins will get every opportunity to…
Seven Round Texans Mock Draft 2.0
Finally, the draft is upon us in a matter of hours. We have looked at tons of mock drafts, some changing all the time while some stay around the same picks in regards to team’s draft needs. In my second mock, I plan to look at the draft from a worst case scenario prospective. No draft ever goes exactly how you expect it to so I plan to do this mock based on who may or may not be available on the board. Keep in mind that these picks are based on current draft position, no trading up or back involved. With…
Arian Foster Headed to the Big Screen?
RT @richeisen: Doubt @arianfoster has been compared to Ray Allen but he has been cast in prominent role of RB in Costner movie “Draft Day” — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 24, 2013 It looks like Houston Texans running-back Arian Foster will be hitting the big screen in a movie directed by Kevin Costner. The movie is called “Draft Day”, and there is little information outside of this project, but definitely something to watch moving forward when this will occur. Here is the information on the upcoming movie called Draft Day. Foster made an appearance on Hawaii Five-O during the Pro Bowl and looks like he…
SOTT Interview: Aaron Davis, SMU
“My goal is not to get drafted, my goal is to make an NFL team.” Aaron Davis, SMU, Fullback/Defensive End It’s not often you are able to talk to an NFL prospect, but we recently had the privilege of sitting down with Southern Methodist University’s Aaron Davis. Davis graduated from SMU in December (Majored in Philosophy) and was a part of the turnaround of the Mustangs’ football program the past three seasons. The Mustangs have appeared in three straight bowl games after a 25 year absence from the post season. Davis played a big role on special teams and defense and at times chipped in at fullback. At 6-2 and 290…
Texans Twitter Account Showing Their Draft Hand?
The Houston Texans official twitter account is up to some interesting activity as of today. Our good friend of the site, Lamont (From Houston Media Watch), let the world know what was happening with some new “follows” from the team’s account. See Who The Texans Followed We don’t know if this is something to take to draft day, but is intriguing none the less.
Drafting for the Texans; The Positional Outlook
There are many names floating around from analyst on who the Houston Texans might take at #27 overall in next week’s 2013 NFL Draft. Staying away from names of prospects, we decided to look at the positional needs of the Texans and which ones are the most important for the team’s success. If there is one thing Texans fans are realizing, the #27 pick is not as clear as people think the pick should be. Take a look at the breakdown. Top Needs Wide Receiver It is no secret the importance for the Texans to find that wide receiver of…
LiDarral Bailey Hosted by Texans
The Houston Texans hosted University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s LiDarral Bailey who was the Crusaders quarterback. Bailey (5-11, 175 lbs.) his Senior season threw from 2,642 yard with a 70.7 completion percentage and 30 touchdowns to only 3 interceptions. He also ran from 1,102 yards with 15 touchdowns averaging 6.4 yards a carry. Bailey participated in the inaugural Dream Bowl game in Salem, Virginia where he earned Offensive MVP honors in a 37-0 win. The Dream Bowl game is a showcase of the best NCAA D-III and NAIA players from across the country. He is being looked at as a running back by NFL teams and will have to be brought into…
Texans Host Anthony Williams from Fresno State
According to reports, Humble native, defensive end Anthony Williams (6-2, 296 lbs.) had a private workout with the Houston Texans. Williams went to high school at Atascocita and graduated from Fresno State where he played for the Bulldogs since 2008. During his time at Fresno State, Williams was slowed by injuries, and missed half of his senior season. In 2012, Williams appeared in 6 games before suffering a foot injury that ended his season. He posted 13 total tackles, 3 TFLs and 1/2 sack for the Bulldogs. Williams is to be reported to have benched pressed 225 lbs.- 44 times which caught the scouts attention.
