An ominous thunderstorm produced deafening thunderclaps throughout Houston on Wednesday.
That noise was nothing compared to what the Houston Texans have produced in the past hour.
As the start of the new league year approached, the Texans delivered three seismic blows to the NFL landscape. First, Broncos quarterback Brock Osweiler agreed to a four-year deal worth $72 million. Second, former Dolphins running back Lamar Miller came aboard -- four years, $26 million. Third, former Chiefs guard Jeff Allen joined up for four years and $28 million. Altogether those contracts total $126 million, beginning the offensive overhaul the Texans need in order to be competitive next season.