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Rhoda Clark: Dear Drew, what are your thoughts on how our “new” offensive line is shaping up? Fans are definitely concerned about protecting C.J. Stroud.
DD: The O-line will look drastically different from recent years. Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil and right guard Shaq Mason are gone—two players who started nearly every game over the past two seasons.
GM Nick Caserio has brought in veterans like Cam Robinson and Trent Brown at tackle, plus Laken Tomlinson and Ed Ingram at guard. Combined with Tytus Howard, Juice Scruggs, and Jarrett Patterson, Houston now has a group with solid starting experience. That leads us to the next question…
Nahum Jimenez: Dear Drew, how many offensive linemen do you think the Texans will draft?
DD: I’d say two—one interior lineman and one tackle. I’m not sure in which rounds, but expect Caserio and the Texans to add to the current mix. Plus, don’t be surprised if Houston makes additional moves in free agency to bolster the O-line even further.
Dear Drew: Offense, Draft Plans, and Keeping the Grass Green
John Olthoff: Dear Drew, will the change at offensive coordinator have a positive or negative impact?
DD: I think Nick Caley will bring a positive shift, especially considering the roster moves made in recent weeks. The offense will look noticeably different next season, and if Caley can improve C.J. Stroud’s protection, this unit has the potential to take a big step forward.
Gerard Moreno: Dear Drew, will the Texans draft a receiver or an offensive lineman in the first round?
DD: I’d bet on one of those two positions, and my gut says they’ll go with an offensive lineman.
James Garcia: Dear Drew, spring is here, and the weeds are blooming. How do the Texans groundskeepers keep the practice field looking so perfect?
DD: You’re right—the grounds crew does an incredible job keeping the fields in top shape year-round. It takes a combination of proper watering, high-quality fertilizer, and strategic rest periods for the grass.
That last part—rest—might sound odd, but it’s key. The Texans have three practice fields and rotate their usage throughout the year. With dozens of 200- to 300-pound players running drills for hours at a time, the grass takes a beating. By keeping one field unused for a week or more at a time, they allow it to recover and rejuvenate.
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