In this episode of Bleav in Texans, Seth Payne is joined by Joe DeLeone (The Best Pod Available, Ruffino & Joe Show) for a deep dive into the 2026 NFL Draft—through a Texans lens.

They break down why centers are suddenly a hot topic in this draft, how scheme fit should shape Houston’s decisions, and which prospects actually match what DeMeco Ryans wants up front.

The conversation also dives into:

• The top center prospects and who fits zone vs. power schemes
• Why some offensive linemen are being overhyped—or overlooked
• A polarizing interior OL prospect Texans fans keep asking about
• Joe’s unexpected defensive tackle rankings (and why they differ from consensus)
• The upside—and risk—of high-ceiling DT prospects like Caleb Banks
• Late Round 1 / Day 2 edge rushers who could fit Houston
• How teams are using new technology and data to evaluate prospects

If you’re trying to understand how the Texans might actually approach this draft—not just mock draft noise—this episode gives you real insight.

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In this episode of Bleav in Texans, Seth Payne dives into anonymous NFL scout quotes on players frequently mocked to Houston—and why you should take them with a grain of salt.

From offensive line prospects like Kadyn Proctor, Blake Miller, and Chase Bisontis to defensive tackles like Kayden McDonald and Peter Woods, Seth breaks down what scouts are saying… and where they might be getting it wrong.

Plus:

• Why the Texans may truly be in best player available mode
• The risk of drafting “developmental” offensive linemen again
• What traits actually matter vs. what scouts overvalue this time of year
• A look back at past scout misses (including Will Anderson)
• How scheme fit impacts players like Sam Hecht
• And a quick reaction to Dexter Lawrence trade buzz

If you’re trying to make sense of mock drafts, this episode gives you the real context behind the evaluations—and what it means for the Texans at pick 28.

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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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