The Houston Texans had a successful draft, despite not having a first-round pick. They managed to select quality players, including a starting nickel corner and a developmental offensive tackle. The first four picks have the potential to make immediate contributions to the team, which is impressive considering the lack of a first-day pick. While this draft may not generate as much excitement as last year’s, it will still help strengthen the team’s foundation.
One of the standout picks for the Texans was Kamari Lassiter, a cornerback from Georgia selected 42nd overall. Lassiter is a physical corner with exceptional short-area quickness and strong tackling skills. While he may be limited to playing in the slot due to his lack of long speed, he adds depth to the team’s defensive backfield and brings a physical presence to the position.
On the other hand, the selection of Blake Fisher, an offensive tackle from Notre Dame chosen 59th overall, may require more patience. Fisher, who just turned 21 in March, is still developing physically and faces a steep learning curve early in his career. While there is potential for Fisher to be a key player for the Texans in the future, there is also a greater level of uncertainty surrounding his immediate impact.
The Texans made nine draft picks in total and added unique skill sets to their roster with each selection. Calen Bullock was chosen 61st overall and has experience playing both inside linebacker and outside linebacker positions, while Cade Stover was picked 67th overall and has experience playing left guard and center positions. Jawhar Jordan was chosen in round six at 170th overall and brings depth to the team’s running back position with his versatility on offense.
Overall, while some picks may have more immediate impact than others, the Texans have laid a solid foundation for their future with their 2023 draft class by selecting quality players that bring depth and competitiveness to their roster.