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Houston Texans 2019 draft: Analysis for every pick

Breaking down the Houston Texans' 2019 draft class.

My take: Taking a tackle was absolutely the right move for the Texans, who had made it a priority to find someone who can protect franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson after he was sacked an NFL-high 62 times last season and faced a 41 percent pressure rate. Howard is athletic, with a lot of potential, but it remains to be seen whether he will make an immediate impact on the offensive line. The Texans already have a right tackle in Seantrel Henderson but clearly hope Howard can be a difference-maker right away.