Texans' Offensive Line Boost, Defense Depth: Ranking Debate

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on NFL News Today, subscribe and stay game ready. The Houston Texans made a clear push this off-season to toughen up their offensive line for quarterback CJ Stroud. They signed two top-free agents, right tackle Braden Smith and guard Wyatt Teller, aiming to build a stronger front-5. These guys bring a gritty, powerful style that should shift the team's mentality up front. They will also help the rushing attack, especially with the addition of running bag David Montgomery from the Lions. Even with these clear upgrades to the offense, CBS sports analyst Pete Prisco dropped the Texans a bit in his latest post-free agency power rankings. He noted the line improvements are smart, but stressed the knee for better protection, and Strav returning to his rookie year-level. On defense, the Texans added safety-read blanket ship from the Eagles and Lyman Logan Hall as rotational depth pieces. That is solid, since their unit was already one of the league's best-last season. Now fans are debating where the Texans truly stand after free agency.

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