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Draft Grade — Texans
Overall
B
ValueB+
NeedB+
TradesB-
FutureB-
The Texans robbed the room for Hancock. Final grade: B. The best pick of the weekend was also the simplest. The Texans watched Jordan Hancock slide 25 picks past his grade and did not hesitate. No fireworks, but a solid B.
For all the activity, running back went untouched, which is hard to explain. The Collins pick is the one the value grade keeps tripping over. Job largely done: wide receiver settled and 5 of 8 of the wish list covered.
They trusted the board more than the depth chart.
All told, a solid class that does its job everywhere but running back.
Pick Analysis
Pick24
Rnd1
Emeka Egbuka
In Round 1, Pick 24 they get a matchup problem out wide. It fills the loudest need on the roster.
Pick41
Rnd2
Landon Jackson
Landon Jackson at slot 41 is a sensible buy, a touch better than market for the edge rusher. They walked in needing this and walked out with it.
Pick56
Rnd2
Xavier Nwankpa
A quiet steal in pick 56: Xavier Nwankpa for less than the market said. It adds depth where they could use a little.
Pick88
Rnd3
Jordan Hancock
Taking Jordan Hancock in pick No. 88 is close to grand larceny; a cornerback that good had no business lasting this long. A minor itch, scratched.
Pick120
Rnd4
Riley Leonard
They barely believed it either: Riley Leonard still on the board at the 120th overall pick. It patches a soft spot without any drama.
Pick155
Rnd5
Alfred Collins
Alfred Collins at the Round 5 slot is the pick scouts circle, and not in a good way. It answers the question that was keeping the coaches up at night.
Pick216
Rnd7
Xavier Truss
Xavier Truss at the 216th pick is money in the bank, a offensive lineman taken below his worth. A sensible fit that makes the depth chart a little sturdier.







