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Texans have interest in Toledo defensive lineman Orion Jones

The Texans have displayed interest in Toledo defensive lineman Orion Jones, according to a source not authorized to speak publicly.

The 6-1, 300-pounder had 46 tackles, 12 for losses and six sacks last season.

Jones bench pressed 225 pounds 27 times at his Pro Day workout and had a 29-inch vertical leap and a 5.37 in the 40-yard dash.

An all Mid-American Conference selection, Jones had 33 tackles as a junior with 10 tackles for lsoses and six sacks.

Jones was an all-state prep selection in Oklahoma growing up in Tulsa and named a Defensive Player of the Year as he had 68 tackles, 21 for losses and 12 sacks as a senior.