Who will Houston Texans target when on the clock at No. 25 next Thursday night?
Right now, the conversations are talking between adding an offensive tackle, offensive guard, and wide receiver in the public eye. Behind the curtain, it could be down to two players.
Longtime NFL draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah pulled back the drapes a smidge during an episode of Todd McShay’s podcast that the Texans are interested in the “Lawfirm of Booker and Banks” at No. 25. Booker, meaning Alabama‘s Tyler Booker, has been a fan favorite for months since the Texans lost to Kansas City in the division round of the postseason.
Banks, regarding Texas All-American offensive tackle Kelvin Banks, has gained steamed in the last several weeks.
“They’re drafting an offensive lineman [at No. 25] between those two guys whoever is there,” Jeremiah said.
NFL Draft Analyst Daniel Jeremiah when asked about a team-player connection in R1 that has been talked about heavily:
“The Houston Texans it’s going to be the lawfirm of Booker or Banks, they are drafting a lineman between those 2”
No surprise from these names but thoughts? pic.twitter.com/Ke6uD1OjWS
— Jacob (@TexansJacob) April 16, 2025
Consistency has been key to Banks’ potential. The former All-Big 12 and All-SEC tackle was a staple in helping the Longhorns reach back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances and conference title bouts. He’s an exceptional run block but thrived as the SEC’s top pass protector for Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning.
Much like former five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil when drated out of Ole Miss by Miami in 2016, adding Banks would give Houston at guard for one season to stabilize the trenches. After that, Banks can shift to the outside as the future potential Pro Bowl left tackle that continues to keep Pro Bowl quarterback C.J. Stroud upright under his new mega contract.
The Texans aren’t leaving day 1 of the draft without Tyler Booker.
Dudes got DeMeco written all over him. https://t.co/r2HTwv0B6Npic.twitter.com/EFxMdi3IDR
— Evan Cervantes (@evancervantess) April 16, 2025
As for Booker, he would simply take over at right guard in place of Shaq Mason. After allowing the third-most sacks this season, everything is about protecting Stroud for 2025 and beyond. Booker, who was considered by Pro Football Focus as the college football’s best interior pass protector, should be a plug-and-play upgrade over the current names on Houston’s roster.
Also, remember that Booker is a true guard, having spent the past three seasons honing in on his craft during his time in Tuscaloosa. Most guards started at tackle during their college days before shifting inside, which could lead to issues early on in their careers.
The Texans own seven picks in next week’s draft, including four in the top 100. Two, including No. 25 per Jeremiah, should and likely will be used on offensive lineman if not more.
This article originally appeared on Texans Wire: Texans: NFL Draft analyst names 2 prospects on top of Houston’s radar
Who will Houston Texans target when on the clock at No. 25 next Thursday night?
Right now, the conversations are talking between adding an offensive tackle, offensive guard, and wide receiver in the public eye. Behind the curtain, it could be down to two players.
Longtime NFL draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah pulled back the drapes a smidge during an episode of Todd McShay’s podcast that the Texans are interested in the “Lawfirm of Booker and Banks” at No. 25. Booker, meaning Alabama‘s Tyler Booker, has been a fan favorite for months since the Texans lost to Kansas City in the division round of the postseason.
Banks, regarding Texas All-American offensive tackle Kelvin Banks, has gained steamed in the last several weeks.
“They’re drafting an offensive lineman [at No. 25] between those two guys whoever is there,” Jeremiah said.
NFL Draft Analyst Daniel Jeremiah when asked about a team-player connection in R1 that has been talked about heavily:
“The Houston Texans it’s going to be the lawfirm of Booker or Banks, they are drafting a lineman between those 2”
No surprise from these names but thoughts? pic.twitter.com/Ke6uD1OjWS
— Jacob (@TexansJacob) April 16, 2025
Consistency has been key to Banks’ potential. The former All-Big 12 and All-SEC tackle was a staple in helping the Longhorns reach back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances and conference title bouts. He’s an exceptional run block but thrived as the SEC’s top pass protector for Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning.
Much like former five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil when drated out of Ole Miss by Miami in 2016, adding Banks would give Houston at guard for one season to stabilize the trenches. After that, Banks can shift to the outside as the future potential Pro Bowl left tackle that continues to keep Pro Bowl quarterback C.J. Stroud upright under his new mega contract.
The Texans aren’t leaving day 1 of the draft without Tyler Booker.
Dudes got DeMeco written all over him. https://t.co/r2HTwv0B6Npic.twitter.com/EFxMdi3IDR
— Evan Cervantes (@evancervantess) April 16, 2025
As for Booker, he would simply take over at right guard in place of Shaq Mason. After allowing the third-most sacks this season, everything is about protecting Stroud for 2025 and beyond. Booker, who was considered by Pro Football Focus as the college football’s best interior pass protector, should be a plug-and-play upgrade over the current names on Houston’s roster.
Also, remember that Booker is a true guard, having spent the past three seasons honing in on his craft during his time in Tuscaloosa. Most guards started at tackle during their college days before shifting inside, which could lead to issues early on in their careers.
The Texans own seven picks in next week’s draft, including four in the top 100. Two, including No. 25 per Jeremiah, should and likely will be used on offensive lineman if not more.
This article originally appeared on Texans Wire: Texans: NFL Draft analyst names 2 prospects on top of Houston’s radar
