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Receiver Brandin Cooks may be the only reliable skill position player in the Houston Texans offense.
Brandin Cooks has always been one of the most underrated players in the league since entering the NFL in 2014 as a member of the New Orleans Saints. As Cooks prepares for his second campaign with the Houston Texans, the former Saint could have another year where his talents go unnoticed.
Here is a look into what to expect from Cooks ahead of the Texans’ 2021 season.
Running back Mark Ingram brings experience and camaraderie to the Houston Texans’ offense. Can he bring a viable red zone threat?
The days of Mark Ingram’s name being mentioned amongst the NFL’s top running backs are long gone. But as Ingram enters the twilight of his career, he still possesses an attribute that can be beneficial to the Houston Texans next season.
Here is a look at what the three-time Pro-Bowler (2014, 2017 & 2019) can bring to the Texans in 2021.
Among the one-year contract free agents the Houston Texans signed, RB Phillip Lindsay has a chance to turn it into a long-term gig.
A number of players first-year general manager Nick Caserio signed to one-year contracts this spring will likely move on from the Houston Texans following the 2021 season. However, Phillip Lindsay is the one free agent acquisition who has the best opportunity to fit within the Texans’ long-term plans.
As he prepares to live outside of Colorado for the first time in his career, here is a look into the impact Lindsay can have on the Texans next season.
Houston Texans running back David Johnson didn’t make a good first impression in 2020, but he has a chance to rebound in 2021.
David Johnson did not make a great first impression with the Houston Texans last season. His performance coming out of the backfield was average at best. And any hope for a bounce-back season will be a difficult task given the number of running backs the Texans will enter training camp with come late July.
As a former All-Pro running back still seeking redemption, here is a look at what Johnson can bring to the Texans in 2021.
The Houston Texans drafted Roy Lopez to help out with their defensive tackle position. Here is a look at the sixth-round pick.
The Houston Texans drafted Roy Lopez with their final selection of the 2021 NFL Draft in the sixth round (No. 195th overall pick). Here is a player preview of the 23-year-old defensive end from Arizona.
Houston Texans rookie linebacker Garret Wallow brings leadership and youth to the linebacking corps.
The Houston Texans drafted Garret Wallow in the fifth round (No. 170 overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft. Here is a player preview of the 22-year-old linebacker from Texas Christian University.
Position: Linebacker
Age: 22
Height: 6-2
Weight: 230 pounds
Hometown: New Orleans, LA
High School: John Curtis Christian (Ridge, LA)
College: TCU
Draft: 2021, Round 5, No. 170 overall
Acquired: 2021 NFL draft
The Houston Texans drafted tight end Brevin Jordan in the fifth round. Here is a look at what he can bring to the team.
The Houston Texans drafted Brevin Jordan in the fifth round (No. 147 overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft. Here is a player preview of the 20-year-old tight end from the University of Miami.
Position: Tight End
Age: 20
Height: 6-3
Weight: 245 pounds
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nev.
High School: Bishop Gorman (Nevada)
College: Miami
Draft: 2021, Round 5, No. 147 overall
Acquired: 2021 NFL draft
Rookie third-rounder Nico Collins from Michigan provides size and speed to the Houston Texans’ receiving corps.
The Houston Texans drafted former Michigan receiver Nico Collins in the third round (No. 89 overall) of the 2021 NFL draft.
Collins opted out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19 concerns. However, the Clay-Chalkville Alabama High School product had put together an impressive enough resume with the Wolverines that the Texans traded up to acquire him.
Here is a look at the 22-year-old who has the makings to take over as the Texans’ number one receiver in the future.
Position: Wide receiver
Age: 22
Height: 6-4
Weight: 215 pounds
Hometown: Pinson, Ala.
High School: Clay-Chalkville High School (Alabama)
College: Michigan
Draft: 2021, Round 3, No. 89 overall
Acquired: 2021 NFL draft
Rookie third-round QB Davis Mills from Stanford provides competition at quarterback for the rebuilding Houston Texans.
The Houston Texans drafted former Stanford Cardinal quarterback Davis Mills in the third round of the 2021 NFL draft.
Davis had a decent junior season with the Cardinal in 2019. However, the COVID-19 season of 2020 provided only five games for Davis to put on good tape and prove his worth as a possible NFL quarterback.
Here is a look at the 22-year-old, who the Texans selected to help bridge the divide between the Deshaun Watson era and the Great Reset under center.
Position: Quarterback
Age: 22
Height: 6-4
Weight: 225 pounds
Hometown: Duluth, Ga.
High School: Greater Atlanta Christian School
College: Stanford
Draft: 2021, Round 3, No. 67 overall
Acquired: 2021 NFL draft
