Lamar Jackson has publicly requested a trade from Baltimore, making it much more realistic that he gets dealt.

The Texans have something other teams in the sweepstakes don't have, which could be the reason they get him over anyone else.

The Texans have the 2nd overall pick in the draft, which means the Ravens could take a QB with that pick if a trade is agreed upon. At No.2, the Ravens could draft either CJ Stroud or Bryce Young, the two best QB prospects in the draft.

As opposed to making a deal with the Colts, who have the 4th overall selection. At No. 4, the Ravens would be choosing between Anthony Richardson and Will Levis. A big dropoff from Young and Stroud according to most draft evaluators.

Plus, Laremy Tunsil is publicly recruiting Jackson to Houston on Twitter, so that is something to monitor.

Another alternative?

Finally, could the Texans still land Jackson without including No. 2 overall in this draft? If the Texans wait to offer Jackson a contract until after the draft, the Texans could offer their first round picks in 2024 and 2025.

That would allow them to use this draft to upgrade the roster, then trade for Jackson, and still have a first round pick in 2024 from the Deshaun Watson trade.

A lot to unpack here. Be sure to check out the video as the guys break it all down!

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