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Today’s team is the Houston Texans.
11. Houston Texans
Keegan’s highest rated player: DeAndre Hopkins, wide receiver
Biggest strength: Pass rush
Biggest weakness: Offensive line
Best offseason move: Signing Tyrann Mathieu
Worst offseason move: Not upgrading the offensive line
Game to circle on calendar: Week 1, at New England
Breakout candidate: D’Onta Foreman, running back
Key players in contract years: Bruce Ellington, Sammie Coates, Seantrel Henderson, Jadeveon Clowney, Kareem Jackson, Tyrann Mathieu, and Shane Lechler
Offensive preview
The Texans will have one of the league’s most improved offenses this season if Deshaun Watson stays healthy.