Texans Draft Rutledge, Eye Key Needs in Rounds 2-3

0:00It's April 24th. From kickoff to the final whistle, this is NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. The Houston Texans kicked off the 2026 NFL draft by selecting Keelan Rutledge, offensive guard from Georgia Tech, at round one pick, 26. He's ranked 45th overall in this class, a smart move to shore up their line early. Now with rounds two and three up next, the team zeroing in on key needs like more offensive line help, defensive tackles, and a running back. They've also got eyes on depth, at linebacker, safety, tight end, and defensive end. This pick addresses the glaring weakness of front, where injuries and free agency left gaps last season. Fans see it as a foundation builder, especially with Rutledge's toughness fitting their gritty style. Top available targets right now include elite prospects like Kate and McDonald, at defensive tackle, ranked 15th, and Emma Johnson, the running. Back at 33rd, for offensive line, Emmanuel Pregnant sits at 20th overall as a day one starter type. Meanwhile, position breakdowns

1:05highlight CJ Allen leading linebackers and Eli Stowers for tight end depth. As picks fly off the board Thursday through Saturday, these names could reshape the Texans roster fast.