Here's what caused Houston Texans fans to be overly optimistic about Davis Mills
MOVING ON FROM MILLS?
20 September 2022
Houston Texans QB Davis Mills has struggled for the first two games of the season, which has many fans concerned that he may not be the franchise QB they were hoping for. We've seen plenty of signs from Mills going back to last year that he may not have what it takes, but fans may have been willing to go along with the possibility because of how the Deshaun Watson situation played out. Plus, Mills looking like the best option in an underwhelming QB draft class that included big names like Trevor Lawrence and Mac Jones certainly played a role.
Having to start over again at the QB position is a tough pill for Houston fans to swallow, and if there was any possibility of avoiding that and moving forward with Mills, fans were going to take it. But we're quickly approaching a reality that involves the Texans moving on from Mills and drafting a QB in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
ESPN Houston's Jake Asman, Cody Stoots, and Brad Kellner discuss on The Wheelhouse.
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How latest Gold Glove signing could unlock new dimension to Astros lineup
Feb 19, 2025, 4:31 pm
Adding Brendan Rodgers is a low risk move that could provide solid upside. Photo via: Wiki Commons.
The Houston Astros have bolstered their infield by reportedly signing former Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers.
Sources: IF Brendan Rodgers and #Astros have agreed to a 1-year deal, pending physical. pic.twitter.com/ysZkLgMbYs
— Ari Alexander (@KPRC2Ari) February 19, 2025
The move adds both defensive stability and offensive upside to a team looking to maintain its dominance in the AL West.
Rodgers, a former first-round pick, spent the past six seasons with the Rockies, where he showcased his defensive prowess and developing bat. Known for his smooth glove work, he won a Gold Glove in 2022 and has been a steady presence at second base. Offensively, Rodgers has shown flashes of power and consistency, though injuries have occasionally slowed his progress.
Should he make the team, Rodgers is expected to slot into the infield mix, potentially taking over as the everyday second baseman or serving as a key utility option. His arrival makes the possibility of Jose Altuve playing a significant amount of time in left field seem more likely.
It also frees up Mauricio Dubon to remain in a utility role and not regularly penciled in at second base when Altuve starts in left.
Rodgers posted a .267 batting average over 135 games last season. He recorded a .314 on-base percentage, while slugging .407, with an OPS of .721. He also blasted 13 dingers in the hitter-friendly confines of Coors Field.
You can watch his 2024 highlights below.
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