2016 Team Needs: AFC South
By Kris Rogers
Houston Texans
Team Needs: QB, RB, TE
I bet you saw this one coming. The Houston Texans started four different quarterbacks in 2015, with Brian Hoyer being the most solid option. However, he has a history of imploding in the biggest moments, and a blue-chip rookie prospect is desperately needed to groom for the future. The most obvious choice seems to be Christian Hackenberg, who Bill O’Brien coached during his time at Penn State, but there are questions about Hackenberg’s skill translating at the next level.
Three Options: Sam Bradford (FA), Christian Hackenberg, Cardale Jones
In the backfield, Alfred Blue is the only reliable option. Arian Foster is owed too much money ($6.5 million) and is injured too much to be counted on going forward, and is a likely cap casualty. Blue is a decent backup, but doesn’t have the burst or pass catching ability to be an every down back in the NFL.
Three Options: Chris Ivory (FA), Ezekiel Elliot, Derrick Henry
The Bill O’Brien offense loves to utilize tight ends in the passing game. Unfortunately, the Texans are lacking at the position. CJ Fiedorowicz has only 21 catches in two seasons, and the options of Ryan Griffin and Garrett Graham aren’t much better. A big-bodied receiver who can block would help any developing quarterback Houston decides to bring in.
Three Options: Coby Fleener (FA) Austin Hooper, Nick Vannett