Texans' Draft Priorities: Center, DT, CB, RB, TE

0:00On this March 20th, here's what's making headlines for the NFL. The Houston Texans have clear priorities heading into the draft, with center topping the list as their biggest need. Current starters like Jake Andrews, Jerry Patterson and Evan Brown have all graded below average, leaving a gap in the middle of the offensive line. That could use an upgrade without forcing a first-round pick. Defensive tackle ranks second, mainly for depth, behind guys like Sheldon Rankins and Tommy Toguy. Coach DeMeckel Ryan's rotates his line in heavily, so landing a dominant one could supercharge the defense. Cornerback comes in third, rounding out the early focus on key defensive spots. Fans and analysts see these picks as smart moves to build depth and avoid last year's injury pitfalls, especially after strong seasons that exposed. Ten benches. Running back sits forth, with David Montgomery locked in for two more years, but turning 32 soon, making a reliable third option smart. Insurance against wear and tear. Tight-in rounds out the top five, as back up Breven Jordan remains unproven,

1:02and Kate Stover hasn't stepped up as a receiver. Adding a blocker who catches would help if Dalton Schultz misses time, though it might take extra draft picks to find the right fit. With the draft board unpredictable, these targets could shift fast to keep the Texans contending.