What’s the right move for the Houston Texans when it comes to selecting a player with the No. 28 pick in the first round, especially after recently signed Cleveland Browns tight end Wyatt Taylor joins the offensive line.
ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. recently released his mock draft 2.0 as the first wave of free agency enters this week. Kiper is looking to strengthen the right side of the defensive line long-term, and with the addition of Georgia defensive tackle Kristen Miller, Kiper actually has Houston going in a different direction.
“Why do the Texans play defense? Yes, that’s their advantage, but they need Keep This is their power. Smart teams plan ahead,” Kiper said. “The opportunity to have a disruptive post player between Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter is exciting. Miller is active, fast and continues to improve. With opponents focused on stopping Anderson and Hunter, Miller can apply pressure in the paint and make some plays in the backfield. He has 7.5 tackles for loss the past two years. “
Miller is a standout for the Bulldogs and has a chance to be a staple in the run game. Houston continues to bargain at defensive tackle and not just have a stable long-term face at the position. With Miller’s arrival, he will become the focal point of Houston’s interior run defense, pairing with Sheldon Rankins until at least 2027.
There weren’t many bright spots in his game, but Miller is expected to be a solid option and a primary option on the interior defensive line for years to come. This may be the only move Houston can make on defense, but it’s a step in the direction that offers more hope heading into 2026.
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This article originally appeared on Texans Wired: NFL Draft: Texans add Georgia DL Christian Miller in Mel Kiper mocks
