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Texans draft Central Michigan CB Xavier Crawford in sixth round

The Texans drafted Central Michigan cornerback Xavier Crawford in the sixth round Saturday afternoon.

Crawford visited the Texans.

Crawford also had a visit with the New Orleans Saints. He has drawn interest from the Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, New York Giants and Oakland Raiders.

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A transfer from Oregon State, Crawford was named all-conference last season as he recorded 24 tackles, three for losses, one interception and 12 pass breakups.

Crawford had back issues at Oregon State after being named a freshman All-American and honorable-mention All-Pac-12 selection in 2016 when he had 70 tackles, one interception and 10 pass breakups.