Who could’ve foreseen what the Houston Texans became in their first season under rookie head coach DeMeco Ryans and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud? The Texans took everyone by surprise, winning 10 games, the AFC South division title, and a playoff game. However, Houston’s front office wanted more than a small taste of postseason success and was very busy adding talent in the offseason.
Wisely, the Texans opted to bolster their roster with decorated veterans to take advantage of the opportunity afforded to them thanks to Stroud’s modest rookie contract. Houston could easily find themselves in a deep playoff run, putting more pressure on their in-state rivals, the Dallas Cowboys.