Here are the unavoidable external pressures that could influence, alter Houston Texans draft
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18 January 2023
Ohio State QB CJ Stroud declared for the NFL Draft this week, giving the Texans another top option at quarterback to consider drafting. One of the concerns about drafting Stroud stems from his choice of agent, David Mulugheta.
Mulugheta is Deshaun Watson's agent as well, which makes many wonder if the Texans would pass on Stroud to avoid another “problem child” Mulugheta client looking to get out of Houston as fast as possible.
Should Stroud's agent be a determining factor in the Texans decision to draft him?
Plus, does Texans GM Nick Caserio have enough pull with the McNair family to pass on QB at the top of the draft if he believes that's the best plan of action?
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To say the Houston Texans have been busy this week would be a colossal understatement. The team agreed to a massive contract extension with All-Pro corner Derek Stingley Jr, restructured lineman Tytus Howard's contract, and signed free agent left tackle Cam Robinson to a one-year deal.
The #Texans and Danielle Hunter have agreed to a one-year, $35.6 million contract extension that makes him the NFL’s second-highest paid defensive end, per sources.
Hunter will make $32M this season — a $12.5M raise — and $55.1M ($54.1M fully guaranteed) over the next two… pic.twitter.com/SR0UbySLse
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 19, 2025
Texans GM Nick Caserio is definitely earning his paycheck this week, as there is now another extension to discuss. According to multiple reports, pass rusher Danielle Hunter has agreed to a one-year, $35.6 million extension.
Tom Pelissero is reporting in the post above that “Hunter will make $32M this season — a $12.5M raise — and $55.1M ($54.1M fully guaranteed) over the next two seasons.”
Good work if you can get it.
The Texans are making a strong push to equip QB C.J. Stroud with top talent over the next two years. This is the ideal window to invest before they face a hefty commitment to his second contract.
With fewer pressing needs, Houston can now approach the draft with flexibility, prioritizing the best players available.
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