Texans' latest draft pick proves new QB is already being treated like a king
Oh, boy. The Houston Texans are really giving new quarterback C.J. Stroud the real "QB1" treatment after trading up in the third round in order to grab wide receiver Nathaniel "Tank" Dell, out of Houston. The Texans moved up from No. 73 overall to No. 69 to make the selection. Dell was an official visit […]
Oh, boy. The Houston Texans are really giving new quarterback C.J. Stroud the real "QB1" treatment after trading up in the third round in order to grab wide receiver Nathaniel "Tank" Dell, out of Houston.
The Texans moved up from No. 73 overall to No. 69 to make the selection. Dell was an official visit for the team and there was clear interest in what he brings to the table for the offense and for special teams.
That move means the Texans have now added both a center with starting potential and another wideout for the offense that could fit very well into what OC Bobby Slowik wants on his offense.
Dell's road to the NFL has been a long and winding one. He started his collegiate career at Alabama A&M, played one season at Independence Community College but finished it with three years as a starter for the Houston Cougars.
There, he posted back-to-back seasons with over 1,300 receiving yards. His career there earned him a place with the Texans.
Below is A to Z Sports' Tyler Browning's scouting report on the newest wideout for the Texans:
Dell is a shifty player, sudden in his breaks. Can make defenders looks foolish in the open field. Can gain natural separation with his route running. Blocking is obviously limited by his fame, but shows effort. Cannot hold up in contested catch situations at all. Rarely pressed, but can be crafty with his releases. Return ability. Struggles vs physical CBs. Very good ball tracker on deep throws and can look the ball in despite late hands from the defender
Here's what The Athletic's Dane Brugler has to say about the new weapon in Houston:
"Overall, Dell's diminutive size and below-average strength won't be a fit for everyone, but he has quick hands and elite start-stop acceleration to create chunk plays short, intermediate, and deep. He projects as a dynamic No. 3 or 4 wide receiver for an NFL offense while also handling punt return duties."
