Death, taxes and trench depth seem to be the top needs for the Houston Texans this upcoming draft season after another underwhelming finish to the 2024 season. Is that the plan when on the clock in the first two rounds of April's NFL draft?

The mock draft simulator has Houston securing a steal in Round 5. With 1,013 yards and six touchdowns this season, Noel’s explosive traits make him tough to defend. He could end up being a top-100 pick by the end of the draft cycle, but he’s locked in Houston while competing for reps in the slot with John Metchie III

Alexander boosted his draft stock after his performance in the Senior Bowl, as he was the top DL on National squad in vote from OL group at Practice Player-of-the-Week. At 6-foo-3, 305 lbs, Alexander is a disrupter in both the pass and run game, which makes him a perfect interior threat for the Texans' young defense.