Texans earn No. 28 overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft after Patriots loss

Key Highlights

• 28 overall in the first round. The Texans will also select 60th overall in the second round as the lowest pick remaining from Day 2. Offensive line will remain a priority for Houston following another lackluster performance from the trenches in the regular season.
• The Texans could also benefit from bolstering their defensive line and run game after struggling to move the ball on the ground at Gillette Stadium with a combination of Woody Marks and Nick Chubb. With the return of Tank Dell, wide receiver might not be a priority addition for the Texans.
• Tight end, however, could be, after the underwhelming play from second-year standout Cade Stover.
• The former Ohio State starter also suffered an injury in Sunday's loss and could miss time this year. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Texans also own both the second-round pick of the Washington Commanders and the third-round pick of the New York Giants, netting the AFC South franchise four picks inside the top 70.
• Washington, which struggled to find similar success behind No.