NFL DRAFT

Texans trade up and draft University of Houston receiver in Round 3

More toys for DeMeco and the Texans. Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images.

The Houston Texans traded WR Brandin Cooks this offseason, so they were looking to add some talent at the position.

The Texans made a deal with the Rams and traded up to number 69 overall and drafted University of Houston receiver, Tank Dell.

Houston received the 69th overall pick and No. 191 from the Rams in exchange for the 73rd selection and No. 161.

Here's an overview of Dell from draft expert Lance Zierlein, via NFL.com.

Every second of the route is a separation opportunity for Dell, a touchdown-making machine who pairs electrifying top-end speed with twitchy short-area quickness. His routes are fast and effective on all three levels with keen ball-tracking talent deep and sideline-dotting footwork. Focus drops and contested catches are ongoing issues that are likely to continue at the next level. Dell is dangerous with the ball in his hands after the catch and as a game-changing punt returner. His slender frame is a concern, but the explosive talent could be difficult to pass up for teams needing a big-play weapon to stretch the field and mismatch coverages.

Check out his full draft profile on NFL.com!

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