Houston Texans trade back to No. 15 overall and bolster O-line

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Houston Texans trade back to No. 15 overall and bolster O-line
The Texans added a guard at No.15. Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images.

The Houston Texans decided to trade back after making a deal with the Eagles and draft Texas A&M guard Kenyon Green at No.15 overall. The Texans received one fourth and two fifth round picks for moving back two spots in the first round.

Here's an overview of Kenyon Green from our draft expert Lance Zierlein, via NFL.com. Lance compared his game to Richie Incognito's and gave him a first round grade.

Guard prospect with NFL-ready frame who plays with an impressive level of consistency as a run blocker. Green moves defenders from Point A to Boint B against their will, using hand technique and road-grading leg drive. He possesses adequate foot quickness to operate in a variety of run schemes, but needs to eliminate his tendency to grab when his opponent is slipping away from the block. He has pop and anchor in pass protection, but lacks recognition and mirror technique needed to be at his best against athletic interior rushers. While Green has some areas to improve, his run blocking can be dominant, which gives him a chance to become a good starter very quickly.

For more info on Green, check out his full draft profile on NFL.com.

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ESPN insider, DJ Bien-Aime shares his thoughts on the amount of injuries the Texans are dealing with and how that could prevent them from securing a victory over the Packers this weekend.

The Texans may have to start their third string linebacker this week, Neville Hewitt, if both Azeez Al-Shaair and Henry To'oTo'o are unable to play.

Plus, corner Kamari Lassiter is not likely to play in a matchup against several quality Green Bay receivers.

Be sure to watch the video above for the full discussion!

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