The Houston Texans do not have a first-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft as it was part of the trade package that acquired left tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Miami Dolphins.
Houston’s first pick of the draft is early in the second round at 40th overall, hovering just outside the first round. If the Texans see a player they must have, they could package a deal to enter the late first round. After all, one of the advantages of taking a pick in the first round as opposed to waiting for him in the second is the fifth year option.
If the Texans decide to move up into the late first round, here are seven players that would be worth the move.
1. TCU DT Ross Blacklock
The former TCU Horned Frog plays similarly to free agent defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan. Blacklock has versatility along the defensive line. He should be able to fill the void left behind by D.J. Reader, and even surpass Reader throughout the course of his tenure with Houston.