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2024 NFL draft: Texans send 5 coaches and GM to Texas’ Pro Day

The Houston Texans were well represented at the Texas Pro Day with Nick Caserio, DeMeco Ryans and several staff members in attendance.

The Houston Texans were well represented at the University of Texas Pro Day on Wednesday.

Six members of the team — including general manager Nick Caserio and head coach DeMeco Ryans — made the three-hour journey from Houston to Austin to watch some of the Longhorns’ top players work out ahead of the 2024 NFL draft in April. Offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik, defensive coordinator Matt Burke, newly promoted defensive line coach Rod Wright (who’s also an alum of Texas) and wide receivers coach Ben McDaniels were also in attendance.

Texas boasts a long list of potential fits for the Texans, including wide receiver and defensive line.

First, let’s start with the wideouts: Xavier Worthy — who broke the NFL combine 40-yard dash record —and Adonai Mitchell. Worthy is more of the take-the-top-off burner wide receiver, while Mitchell is often compared to the pass-catchers like Cincinnati Bengals receiver Tee Higgins. Worthy’s speed is a very interesting aspect of his game, while Mitchell feels like the more natural fit for the Texans given his versatility to play in the slot and on the boundary.

The need for a slot wide receiver is obvious for the Texans, but neither Worthy nor Mitchell could be on the board when Houston picks in the second round after Caserio traded away the No. 23 overall pick to move back to No. 42.

Another area of concern is interior defensive line. Texas has two quality prospects at that position, too: Byron Murphy II and T’vondre Sweat. This duo amassed seven sacks in 2023 and have quickly grabbed the attention of football fans after whose team lacks the talent in their defensive front.

While each player offers a very different skill set, there is no doubt the Texans could benefit from their services after the departure of three of the four starting defensive line members from the 2023 season.

Murphy on paper feels like the more natural fit for the Texans defense, as Ryans tends to keep his front within a certain set of parameters when it comes to physical make up. Murphy is 6-foot-1 and 297 pounds — a similar build to what the other defensive tackles look like on the Texans.

Murphy could be gone before the Texans make a selection, though. Sweat, meanwhile, could be a very real possibility in the second round. Caserio appeared to watch Sweat’s workout intently, and defensive line coach Rod Wright, who played defensive tackle for the Longhorns, spoke with Sweat after his workout.

 

Sending this type of contingent of staff to a Pro Day doesn’t necessarily mean anything, especially given the short travel time to Austin. However, Texas has a lot of good players at positions of need for Houston.

The trip was warranted, but where the Texans go in the draft is anyone’s guess at this point.

Social media reacts to Texas WR Adonai Mitchell’s elite NFL combine

Adonai Mitchell might be a first-round lock after his performance at the NFL combine.

Texas wide receiver Adonai Mitchell had a huge day at the combine. In a matter of hours, he’s made himself a near lock to see his name called in the first round of the NFL draft.

Mitchell has the on-field production to warrant first-round consideration. He went for 11 touchdown receptions and 845 yards, which breaks down to more than 15 yards per reception for Texas in 2023.

The success extended to big moments such as the College Football Playoff in which he caught a second-half touchdown to keep the Longhorns in the game against the Washington Huskies. Earlier in the season, we noted Mitchell’s clutch play altered outcomes in Texas’ favor. While he consistently made plays, some had questions over his measurable athleticism. They don’t anymore.

The Missouri City, Texas, native ran his 40-yard dash in 4.35 seconds after putting up the No. 1 broad jump among receivers (11 feet, 4 inches).

Let’s look at how social media processed the impressive performance.

10 early 2024 NFL draft favorites for the Browns to target

The Browns will have to ball on a budget in the draft again just as they have done with Martin Emerson Jr., Alex Wright, Dawand Jones, and more over the last two years. Here are 10 targets the Browns could land that would be home runs in the draft.

The NFL Honors have come and gone, leaving just the 2024 NFL draft for the Cleveland Browns to conquer. Could they look to overhaul their offense with a name like wide receiver AD Mitchell or running back Braelon Allen?

The Browns, once again, do not have a first round pick. This is the last year without one, however, after the trade to acquire quarterback Deshaun Watson from the Houston Texans. Luckily for the Browns, general manager Andrew Berry has managed to hit on a chunk on mid-round picks over the last two drafts, including cornerback Martin Emerson Jr., defensive end Alex Wright, offensive tackle Dawand Jones, and cornerback Cameron Mitchell.

Can the Browns find the same success this year as they look to keep their competitive window open as long as possible?

Here are 10 early and realistic 2024 NFL draft crushes that could be on the board when the Browns come on the clock with the 55th overall pick.

Texas WR Adonai Mitchell projected in first round of PFF’s 2024 NFL mock draft

Adoani Mitchell is the only Texas player projected to go in the first round of PFF’s latest NFL mock draft.

No. 3 Texas has one of the most talented rosters in college football this season. Continue reading “Texas WR Adonai Mitchell projected in first round of PFF’s 2024 NFL mock draft”

Greg McElroy shares biggest takeaway from Texas’ 34-24 win over ‘Bama

It took five plays for Texas to go from down 16-13 to leading 27-16. Greg McElroy thinks it alone could indicate Texas is in for a big year.

The Texas Longhorns accomplished several things in Saturday’s 10-point road win over Alabama. One thing appears most evident: This isn’t the same old Texas. And if you’re not convinced by Saturday’s win, you’re beyond our help.

Greg McElroy discussed the mental fortitude Texas displayed after losing a 10-point lead by the fourth quarter. He said the following about the Longhorns’ response.

“Think about what transpired in this game this past weekend. They’re up 13-3. ‘Bama then scores 13 consecutive points. And it felt like a turning point, like, oh, here we go again. That lasted for about five minutes.”

The fourth-quarter Longhorns against Alabama were much better than the team that suited up last season. Somehow, after trailing 16-13 after three quarters, Texas won the fourth quarter 21-8 in arguably college football’s toughest road environment. McElroy discussed how quickly Texas took back the lead.

“Quinn Ewers hits JT Sanders. Then, he hits AD Mitchell. And then, you get the Jerrin Thompson interception. Johnathon Brooks, of course, scores. And within the span of about five snaps you go from down three to up 11.”

That it took five snaps to go from down 16-13 to taking a 27-16 lead is an indicator that these Longhorns are for real. Count McElroy among Texas believers.

The Longhorns look to continue their fourth quarter success against Wyoming, Baylor and beyond.

Texas’ Steve Sarkisian, two players earn awards after Week 2 win

The awards are pouring in for Texas after the massive win over Alabama in Week 2.

Weekly honors are pouring in for the Longhorns after their 34-24 win over Alabama in Week 2. Continue reading “Texas’ Steve Sarkisian, two players earn awards after Week 2 win”

Reaction: Georgia transfer Adonai Mitchell has big game at Alabama

Former Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Adonai Mitchell played a huge role in Texas’ road win at Alabama

Former Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Adonai Mitchell played a huge role in Texas’ 34-24 upset victory at Alabama. Georgia fans miss Adonai Mitchell, who made some clutch catches to help Georgia win back-to-back national championships.

Adonai Mitchell came alive in the second half for Texas. He only had three catches, but all three catches were huge for the Longhorns. Mitchell’s first catch helped Texas get out of its own red zone. His next two catches were touchdowns.

Adonai Mitchell finished the game with three catches for 78 yards and two touchdowns. Both of his touchdowns came in the fourth quarter. The former Georgia receiver notably hauled in a long touchdown catch in the 2021 national championship against Alabama.

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Eight thoughts on the Texas football team after fall camp

Practice reports are saying what you want them to say about this Texas team.

We are through the second scrimmage of fall camp. It’s time to ramp up preparation for the 2023 college football season.

Texas has its team, but, more importantly, appears to have defined roles for its players. We will get into how we expect the wide receivers will tier within the Longhorns’ offensive attack later.

For now, you have to feel good about where the Texas offense is heading into the season. The weapons are present, but the foundation in the trenches is also encouraging.

Several players have had a great offseason. Quinn Ewers is at the forefront of that list, which is probably the most welcomed news of the offseason. Texas needs Ewers to be consistent and it appears that is what he has been from March through late August.

Here’s a look at eight takeaways from the Texas football offseason.

Countdown to Kickoff: 8 impact transfers in 2023

The Countdown 2 Kickoff series continues with the top transfers in college football.

College football has changed with the addition of the transfer portal. Free agency at the collegiate level has changed the way that coaches build their rosters. Just look at Colorado who totally flipped the roster in a single offseason.

Some players are looking to get a fresh start due to coaching changes, not being a good fit, or just looking for a shot to win a national championship. Whatever the reason, there are plenty of good and bad reasons why the transfer portal has forever changed the landscape of the sport.

As the start of the 2023 college football season gets closer, College Sports Wire breaks down eight impact transfers.

Texas QB Quinn Ewers puts up another pinpoint highlight over defense

If you think Quinn Ewers is losing this job, you might not be paying attention.

Texas quarterback [autotag]Quinn Ewers[/autotag] is primed for a breakout season if his offseason highlights are any indication. The Longhorns’ quarterback doesn’t belong in early Heisman conversations, but he could be the most improved quarterback in college football.

On Tuesday, Texas football social media accounts posted footage of Ewers dropping a dime past several Longhorns defenders. The highlight shows him arching the ball over Jalen Catalon and past two other Texas defensive backs to AD Mitchell. We could see much more of that this year.

For all the discussion around Arch Manning and a potential Manning takeover in Austin, Ewers seems quite relaxed on the field. His passes are surgical and his choices are decisive. He’s having a quietly great offseason, and it’s clear whose team this is for those who are paying attention.

Ewers is at the heart of Texas’ breakout prospects this year. He’ll look to carry a strong offseason into a pivotal 2023 season for his program.