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On this episode of Bleav in Texans, Seth Payne is joined by Athlon Sports draft analyst Luke Easterling to break down the top Houston Texans draft targets you need to know heading into the 2026 NFL Draft.

The conversation dives into Houston’s strategy at pick No. 28, why the Texans are in a unique position to take the best player available, and how their offseason moves have changed the way they can approach the board.

Seth and Luke discuss:

• Why defensive tackle continues to be a popular projection for Houston
• The concept of “position buckets” and how it impacts draft decisions
• Whether the Texans could target offensive line help early—or wait
• Fast-rising prospects like Malachi Lawrence
• High-upside vs high-risk players like Kadyn Proctor
• The depth of this year’s center class and potential Day 2/Day 3 fits
• How scheme, usage, and development affect prospect evaluation

They also explore why players like Peter Woods may be better than their college production suggests—and how DeMeco Ryans’ system could unlock their full potential.

If you’re looking for a smart, detailed Houston Texans draft preview with real football insight, this episode has you covered.

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