The Houston Texans defensive line is in a tough spot. It was all J.J. Watt and nobody else last season. This past offseason, the Texans ceremoniously cut Watt, instead of trying to work out a trade to get anything for him—Watt of course wanted to be released following the Texans newest 4-12 season and the direction of the franchise. P.J. Hall was sent to Injured Reserve after almost making plays. Brandon Dunn is still bad. Ross Blacklock was used like D.J. Reader without being anywhere close to Reader. Whitney Mercilus is decrepit. And Charles Omenihu is pretty good.
The Texans have a similar defensive line situation entering this season, minus Watt.