Texans' Draft Moves Could Make Super Bowl Contenders

0:00It's April 23rd, I'm Cory with the story. This is NFL News Today, driven by AI and built for football fans. The Houston Texans are rolling into the 2026 NFL Draft on a high after a 12-5 season that nobody saw coming. They dug out of a 0-3 hole, ripped off nine straight wins, and snagged the franchise's first row playoff victory, crushing Pittsburgh, 30-6. Now with the first round kicking off Thursday, April 23rd in Pittsburgh, they're sitting at pick 28, plus 7 more through round 7. Earlier this year, they shocked everyone by trading out of the first round entirely, but GM Nick Cacerio's deal-making wizardry has been primed for. Moose tonight. Coach Domeco Ryan's wants to build on that elite defense, top edge rushers, and franchise QB by plugging holes that trip them up in the divisional, round. Games and analysts are buzzing because the height feels earned. This squad's got super bowl potential if they nailed the draft.

1:02Their biggest aches are a wobbly interior offensive line, needing long-term guards and a center, plus no steady defensive tackle to pair with stars. Like Will Anderson, Jr., and Daniel Hunter. Cornerback depth would lock down the secondary, too. Mop drafts have them grabbing an Ohio State defensive tackle at 28, then eyeing edge help, and offensive tackle and interior linemen early. They could wheel and deal to climb or stod pile talon across all 7 rounds. Word is, one smart draft could vault these Texans from playoff pests to legit contenders, so keep an eye on Houston's moves as the board shakes out.