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Here's an emotional behind-the-scenes look at Houston Texans drafting Derek Stingley Jr.

Joshua Jordan
May 3, 2022, 2:54 pm
Here's what happened when the phone rang. Image via: Screenshot/NFLTwitter

We always wonder how the phone calls take place on Draft Day, and what is discussed when the players answer and speak with the head coach. Well, you don't have to wonder anymore. Check out the video below and watch how Derek Stingley Jr. handles the call of a lifetime like a cool, calm, and collected professional. Clearly, nothing rattles this guy, and that's great news for the Texans.

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How a Yordan Alvarez position change raises bigger questions for Houston Astros

After Yordan Alvarez suffered an injury on Thursday from colliding into Jeremy Peña in short left field, many fans and media are questioning whether Alvarez should DH exclusively to keep injuries like this from happening.

While this may prevent injuries from happening in left field, there are numerous ways of getting hurt, such as running the bases, and we saw Alvarez miss some time recently with a hand injury from swinging the bat.

Plus, playing Yordan in left where he's at least an average outfielder, allows veterans like Michael Brantley and Jose Altuve to slide in the DH spot to get some much-needed rest over the course of the season. And there's an argument being made that Yordan is better at the plate when he's playing the field.

Be sure to check out the video above as we debate this hot topic!

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