Houston’s other big pick in 2023, at 2nd overall, was C.J. Stroud. He had an incredible rookie season, winning Offensive Rookie of the Year and making the Pro Bowl. He’s got a strong, accurate arm and is super athletic. The Texans believe he can lead them deep into the playoffs.
Selected by the Houston Texans as the 3rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. recorded 7 sacks and 2 forced fumbles in 13 starts in his rookie season, earning the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year honors. In his second season, he made 14 appearances and charted 37 tackles and 11 sacks.
Derek Stingley Jr. was the third overall pick in 2022. He’s great in coverage and always around the ball. In 2024, he was seen as one of the top three cornerbacks in the league.
This one might surprise, but Green is still on his rookie contract. The offensive guard was taken by Houston No. 15 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft. Philadelphia acquired Green as part of a surprising trade which sent safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Texans. Green hasn’t shown much in his three years, a span that includes a missed 2023 season due to a shoulder injury. He’ll be one of a few players vying for Philadelphia’s starting right guard position left vacant with Mekhi Becton signing as a free agent with the Los Angeles Chargers.
Selected by the Texans with the 23rd overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, Tytus Howard has been an offensive tackle for the team since 2019. He has started 77 games over his career, playing 4650 offensive snaps and 286 snaps with the special teams.
Selected by the Houston Texans as the 21st overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, wide receiver Will Fuller recorded 47 receptions for 635 yards and 2 touchdowns in his rookie season. Over five seasons with the Texans, he totaled 209 receptions for 3,110 yards and 24 touchdowns.​
Chosen 16th overall in the 1st round, cornerback Kevin Johnson showed early promise but was plagued by injuries throughout his career. He managed only 18 starts over four seasons before being released. He recorded 128 tackles in his tenure with the Texans.
Selected by the Houston Texans as the 1st overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney played in 4 games in his rookie season due to injuries, recording 7 tackles. Over five seasons with the Texans, he accumulated 205 tackles and 29 sacks, earning three Pro Bowl selections before being traded to the Seattle Seahawks.​
Selected by the Texans with the 27th overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft, DeAndre Hopkins played seven seasons (2013–2019) with the team. He recorded 632 receptions for 8,602 yards and 54 touchdowns. Hopkins earned three First-team All-Pro honors and five Pro Bowl selections during his tenure.
