3. Washington’s Nick Harris
Harris played center for the Huskies, which gives him the versatility to play three spots along the interior offensive line. The Texans could generate competition for offensive line depth with a pick such as Harris.
Schofield notes that Harris is not as exemplary in pass protection.
Harris does play with a wide base at times, especially as a pass-blocker, which exposes him to some bull rushing moves and also makes it tougher for him to counter pass rushing moves from more talented defenders. He also gets a bit handsy at times, which is something to watch for. There were times on film when he could have been flagged but did not, and we all know how holding gets called in the NFL.
The Texans may not be able to count on Harris to take a starting job right away, but the 6-1, 302-pound prospect could provide younger, versatile depth behind center Nick Martin and guards Zach Fulton and Max Scharping.