Everything you need to know about the new members of the Texans
Get to know the Texans 2019 draft class
Apr 26, 2019, 6:28 am
Everything you need to know about the new members of the Texans
Plenty of info, video, and thoughts about the newest members of the Texans.
"We have to have guys that can be bodyguards for Deshaun Watson man, and you're going to be that guy."
Inside the war room when the #Texans drafted Tytus Howard. pic.twitter.com/nwJcnLGlpW
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) April 26, 2019
The Texans selected Howard one pick after Washington State tackle Andre Dillard and while fellow tackles Jawaan Taylor (Florida) and Cody Ford (Oklahoma) were also on the board. He was often ranked between the 4th-7th best tackle.
A lot projections have him playing left tackle at the next level.
Howard is seen as a project by some so immediate help may be an issue if that is the expectation.
Howard played quarterback in high school and initially tight end at Alabama State. He bulked up to tackle where played both right and left.
Twitter: @levelstothis_2
Instagram: tytushoward58
All I can tell you is that if you put me in a cage with a Gorilla, PRAY for the Gorilla🦍🦍 BET ON ME🤧 #NFLdraft pic.twitter.com/AtX21m25qC
— Tytus Howard (@levelstothis_2) April 25, 2019
SportsMap and ESPN's Lance Zierlein: Ascending tackle prospect who will require additional work with technique and in the weight room to fully realize his potential. Howard is a gifted athlete with rare quickness and fluidity as both a run and pass blocker and his play issues are correctable with more work.
The Texans needed a left tackle and Howard was one of three true left tackles available in the first 50 picks. I have to tell you, what he does and how he plays reminds me of Duane Brown when he came out of Virginia Tech. Needs work, but talented https://t.co/NskHGz03RN
— Lance Zierlein (@LanceZierlein) April 26, 2019
If Lance sees a possible Duane Brown, there won't be one person upset if he turns out to be Duane Brown.
The Athletic's Dane Bruglar: Overall, Howard is a talented lump of clay with sloppy tendencies, but all the raw tools are there for him to develop into an NFL starter.
People rave about Howard's performance against Auburn here is that tape.
He might want this Senior Bowl rep against now Washington DL Montez Sweat back
Best rep of the day in OL vs DL was this hesitation bull rush from Mississippi State's Montez Sweat, right through Tytus Howard #SeniorBowl
pic.twitter.com/KlfnTd1aPC
— Rob Paul (@RobPaulNFL) January 22, 2019
That was their second rep though. Here was the first.
Sweat v Howard. Before that atrocious rep where Sweat completely blows Howard off the line he ran Sweat around the arc. pic.twitter.com/9akKrBUU4I
— waldo roren (@Waldo_Roren) January 27, 2019
Another good Senior Bowl rep.
Ferguson vs Howard. Ferguson is gonna come off the ball, he is going to try to chop Howard's hands but he is gonna miss. He ends up leaning and Howard puts him on the ground. pic.twitter.com/ErPDVVYCfW
— waldo roren (@Waldo_Roren) January 27, 2019
Here are his measurables.
With the first of Houston's two second-round picks, the #Texans have selected Kentucky CB Lonnie Johnson Jr. (@Lonnie30johnson) at 54th overall. pic.twitter.com/OGaKgpC1HA
— Texans PR (@TexansPR) April 27, 2019
A big cornerback from Kentucky who had just one interception in college but loves to play man coverage. He is athletic but has only been playing cornerback for three years after previously being a wideout.
He was recruited by Ohio State but didn't academically qualify. When he was leaving JUCO he was recruited by Georgia and Kentucky before choosing the Wildcats.
Jaguars standout CB is a fan
Good luck to them young corners too! It's a few of em game I like forreal! Ever since bru reached out, I stayed tuned to @Lonnie30johnson & he a baller forreal!!
— Jalen Ramsey (@jalenramsey) April 25, 2019
Nickname is lotto because he says he is lucky.
Twitter: @Lonnie30johnson
Instagram: lonniejohnson06
He just proposed.
SportsMap and ESPN 97.5 Lance Zierlein: His physical gifts could get him overdrafted, but he can become an eventual starter if he hones his ball skills and finds the right scheme fit.
Houston goes corner
Texans pick Kentucky CB Lonnie Johnson pic.twitter.com/ikmYKe0XP2
— Bleacher Report NFL (@BR_NFL) April 27, 2019
I'm higher on Lonnie Johnson than just about every draft analyst. Love his untapped potential.
Should be a difference maker for the Texans.
— Jonah Tuls (@JonahTulsNFL) April 27, 2019
D.K. Metcalf has a nice play over Johnson, but, of course, this wouldn't be a catch in the NFL.
Metcalf high points the ball over Lonnie Johnson to win the game with 7 seconds left. pic.twitter.com/sQXTOZCmEr
— Titans Threads (@TheTenTitans) April 19, 2019
Lonnie Johnson brings the wood.
.@UKFootball CB Lonnie Johnson is a prime example that evaluations are never complete until a scout sees them in-person. @Lonnie30johnson has intriguing tape but his movement skills are even more impressive when you see what a specimen he is. Love his physicality at CB. #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/11Rz6pCyxP
— Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) February 21, 2019
Max protection.@MaxScharping | #TexansDraft pic.twitter.com/NQ91an4ETo
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) April 27, 2019
He played every snap in college for a total of 53 straight games. He played ever snap in 2018 which was 998 plays. He played mostly tackle but some guard in his time in college. He said he is ready to play guard if he needs to play guard. He is another player from the Senior Bowl the Texans selected.
Twitter: @MaxScharping
Instagram: mscharps
He has a Masters and earned a 3.99 GPA in college only slipping in an English class his freshman year.
SportsMap and ESPN 97.5 Lance Zierlein: Scharping has the ability to handle bull-rushers and finds ways to recover and get guys blocked after getting beat early. However, NFL rushers will look to exploit the inconsistent footwork and balance that shows up when his pass sets become hurried and unfocused against true edge speed. He might get a shot at left tackle, but might be best-suited on the right side where he has the potential to become an above-average starter.
He got rave reviews for his work against first round pick and former Florida State pass rusher Brian Burns.
Northern Illinois left tackle Max Scharping clamping down Brian Burns with an incredibly strong inside hand jab. Good hand strength, arm extension and balance. Scharping held his own against FSU. #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/clZB7VtKZQ
— Evan Lazar (@ezlazar) March 22, 2019
Texans make their second consecutive selection
Northern Illinois OL Max Scharping ends up in Houston pic.twitter.com/42lCM0lRq2
— Bleacher Report NFL (@BR_NFL) April 27, 2019
He showed some moves at right tackle too.
At one point Thursday they flipped Kaleb McGary to LT and Max Scharping to RT. Here's Max vs Jelks. pic.twitter.com/1BOp5Hfq8e
— Jared Stanger (@JaredStanger) January 26, 2019
His full name is Kahale Kuio Kalani Michael Wodehouse Warring
The @HoustonTexans just selected TE Kahale Warring and we've got full highlights of his 2018 season.#NFLDraft // #WeAreTexans pic.twitter.com/1hpNxUUb4F
— Stadium (@Stadium) April 27, 2019
He was a former water polo player who also played basketball. He said he thinks basketball helped him as much and maybe more than water polo did. Didn't start playing football until senior year of high school. He walked on to the San Diego State team and earned a scholarship.
Twitter: @kahale23
Instagram: kahale_warring
SportsMap and ESPN 97.5 Lance Zierlein: Exciting and ascending, Warring is still a relative newcomer to the game, but he has the size, speed and athleticism to become a versatile, high-impact player on the pro level. He has the competitiveness to handle run-blocking duties and the talent to line up in the slot.
He was fourth tight end on The Athletic's Dane Bruglar tight end rankings.
He led the Aztecs in significant pass catching categories the past two seasons including touchdowns the past two and yards last season.
He is no stranger to contact.
Kahale Warring | TE | San Diego State: Super athletic, but isn't afraid to be physical either. Athleticism and diverse sports background shows up everywhere in his game. Was never a full-time starter, he already looks pretty polished, meaning there's a ton ceiling ahead of him. pic.twitter.com/LtVlgGlOFp
— Jake Arthur (@JakeArthurNFL) April 25, 2019
He has some wiggle to get loose too.
Another intriguing day two prospect is San Diego State Tight End Kahale Warring. Warring is a good route runner, kinda tough to see in the video but once they show him you can see how much separation he has created. pic.twitter.com/Uyjot8GjiB
— PNScouting (@PnScouting) April 21, 2019
He will need to work on his blocking but there is a solid base there.
Really find Kahale Warring to be and underrated blocker. He is a willing blocker and watch how he's able to create a hole for the running back on this play. pic.twitter.com/TCzbyH5fOF
— PNScouting (@PnScouting) April 21, 2019
You can see his athleticism in the numbers above.
Make a pick.
Take a dip.@bm1157 announces our pick of @charless_94 live from #TexansKidsTri presented by @TexasChildrens.
📺: #NFLDraft on ABC/ESPN/NFLN pic.twitter.com/MpJZgLvnHR
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) April 27, 2019
Former @TexasFootball DE Charles Omenihu (@charless_94) is headed to the @HoustonTexans as a 5th-round pick. #HookEm#NFLDraft // #WeAreTexans pic.twitter.com/O4vSWxXW2F
— Stadium (@Stadium) April 27, 2019
Charles Omenihu was the Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year. He was also the Big 12 sack leader. He combined his sacks and tackles for a loss for a whopping 27.5.
He was tied for 17th in the nation in tackles for loss and sacks in 2018.
Twitter: @charless_94
Instagram: comenihu
DE @charless_94 is ready to get to work!#TexansDraft pic.twitter.com/iphAhAmkya
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) April 27, 2019
SportsMap and ESPN 97.5 Lance Zierlein: As a 4-3 end, Omenihu sets a stronger edge and has shown some potential to mix power with get-off as a rusher. His game lacks instincts and consistency, but he's got the traits and potential to become an eventual starter if he can continue his development.
The Athletic's Dane Bruglar: Overall, Omenihu flashes on film and boasts the long levers and raw power worth developing, but his spotty instincts and playmaking skills create consistency issues, projecting best as a base end who requires patience.
Omenihu said he wore 7 in high school because Jadeveon Clowney wore 7 in college and he wore 90 because Clowney wore 90 in the pros.
Blows through a USC player for a sack on Sam Darnold.
Big Charles Omenihu sacks Darnold. #Hookem pic.twitter.com/HF6xsnzuGW
— Hookem Football (@hornsfootball) September 17, 2017
Big play at Senior Bowl practice against a guard.
Charles Omenihu 💪 at Senior Bowl practice. #Hookem #ThisIsTexaspic.twitter.com/9W12Kj2gQE
— Hookem Football (@hornsfootball) January 23, 2019
He isn't just a pass rusher.
Charles Omenihu says "HELLO" to Jake Fromm. pic.twitter.com/PXkSvUDiAj
— Longhorn Network (@LonghornNetwork) January 2, 2019
Central Michigan University Athletics
The Chippewas were one of the worst teams in all of college football last year but Crawford joins teammate Sean Bunting as a draft pick from the team.
He ran a 4.3 40-time at his pro day.
Twitter: @XCrawford_22
Instagram: xcrawford_22
SportsMap and ESPN 97.5 Lance Zierlein: Long, thin press corner with the agility, foot quickness and balance to allow for stickier coverage. Crawford's average speed and slim frame could make him a target downfield. His ability to hound routes underneath is impressive, but he doesn't have the size or demeanor for frequent run support.
Xavier Crawford is a baller. Think he can be a valuable nickel in this league. My 95th overall player. Good pick by the Texans.
— Jonah Tuls (@JonahTulsNFL) April 27, 2019
He was first-team All-MAC in his one year with Central Michigan.
He said his favorite coverage is man.
"I'm man to man," he said. "I wanna see you versus me and I wanna see what you're going to do on me."
Xavier Crawford crush thread is starts here. Top 10 cover CB to me.
Here he's against bigger slower receiver in press.
Immediately gets his hands on the WR and pushes him out.. already won.
Turns around with the receiver any ways and beats him to the high point of the ball mmm pic.twitter.com/hJYy1a2a4Z
— ChiefHoboFoopus (@KCFoopus555) February 6, 2019
Here's some hip flexibility and footwork to really get you chubbed
WR runs a sluggo route here.
Xavier jabs his inside shoulders and uses his hips to mirror the WR and stick to him vertically.
Doesn't tip the ball, (not shown at this angle) but disrupts the WR's concentration. pic.twitter.com/VucA0Tty1T
— ChiefHoboFoopus (@KCFoopus555) February 7, 2019
His interception from last season.
INTERCEPTION! Central Michigan CB Xavier Crawford (@XCrawford_5) picks off Kentucky QB Terry Wilson. He read the pass and stayed in bounds to give the ball back to the Chippewas. pic.twitter.com/izW6qKBEqb
— Evan Petzold (@EvanPetzold) September 1, 2018
With the 220th pick in the 2019 #NFLDraft, the #Texans select Texas A&M FB Cullen Gillaspia.
Welcome to Houston, @CGillaspia!#TexansDraft | #WeAreTexans pic.twitter.com/9NxxVGQvIV
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) April 27, 2019
He is the first "12th Man" in Aggies football history to get drafted. He said this is for every "12th Man" before him.
A former walk-on from Katy Taylor high school. He said he grew up a Texans fan and all his friends and families are Texans fans. He played defense and so Bryan Braman and Brian Cushing were the two Texans he looked up to on the Texans. He joked he would have to make a tackle without his helmet soon.
Fellow walk-on, welcome to Houston @CGillaspia!
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) April 27, 2019
He will play fullback for the Texans initially but did a little bit of everything for the Aggies from catching the ball to rushing it and even playing linebacker. He only started playing fullback a year ago. He is a special teams ace.
Twitter: @CGillaspia
Instagram: cgillaspia1133
SportsMap and ESPN 97.5 Lance Zierlein: Will need extensive film work to develop a running back's vision in order to become more accurate and effective as a lead blocker. His fearless playing style and soft hands are both positive traits in his conversion from linebacker to fullback, but he may be too far away from a true positional fit to make a team as a special teams demon.
Rushing the ball.
With 30 seconds left and the total sitting at the closing number (58 points) Texas A&M handed the ball off to Cullen Gillaspia.
Fun fact about Cullen Gillaspia:
HE DOES NOT CARE ABOUT YOUR UNDER BETSpic.twitter.com/5qoRAsuPH7
— The Action Network (@ActionNetworkHQ) January 1, 2019
Blocked punt
Cullen Gillaspia (wearing #12) blocks the punt for Texas A&M and the #12thMan LOVES it! #BAMAvsTAMU pic.twitter.com/lUS2ZZRrUk
— Chat Sports (@ChatSports) October 8, 2017
Houston Texans fans have been waiting to hear the latest on the status of wide receiver Stefon Diggs after he left Sunday's game with a knee injury.
We received a disappointing update from Adam Schefter on Tuesday.
What makes the season-ending torn ACL worse for Stefon Diggs is that he is on an expiring contract and set to become a free agent this off-season. https://t.co/pVIIy7jEkk
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 29, 2024
Diggs will miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL. Fortunately for the Texans, the trade deadline is still a few days away.
If Houston would like to add some depth to the position, Giants WR Darius Slayton would make a lot of sense. He's played well this year (29 rec, 420 yards), and is a free agent after the 2024 season.
So he shouldn't cost too much draft capital if the Texans decide to make a deal.
Panthers receiver Diontae Johnson would have been the obvious choice, but he was just traded to the Ravens.
Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers could be another option. But he's still under contract for the 2025 season, so his price tag may scare off the Texans.
Jets receiver Mike Williams could be under consideration. His role has taken a backseat with the addition of Davante Adams. He has two seasons with over 1,000 yards in his career. He'll be a free agent after the season.
On the low end, Patriots WR KJ Osborn could be another possibility. Osborn is on a one-year deal and only has 7 catches for 57 yards this year.
Osborn recorded over 540 receiving yards in three straight seasons for the Vikings before signing with the Patriots after the 2023 season.
If the Texans decide to hold tight, Nico Collins is expected to return next week for their matchup with the Lions.
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