After an underwhelming rookie year, Martinas Rankin has become an afterthought, at least in the mind of many Texans fans, in the search of an improved offensive line in 2019. The third-round pick in the 2018 NFL draft was expected to step in and supplant one of the veterans on the roster for a starting role.
The first question Rankin must answer is whether he can fit into Houston’s offensive system. Bill O’Brien values versatility in his offensive linemen. With only a limited number of players available to suit up for a game, viable options are slim in the event of an injury.