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Texans Trade Up For O-Line Mauler Rutledge
24 Apr
Summary
- Texans traded up to secure offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge.
- Rutledge did not allow a sack in over 400 pass-blocking reps.
- Texans surrendered picks 28, 69, and 167 for picks 26 and 91.
The Houston Texans made a decisive move during the recent NFL Draft, trading up to secure offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge from Georgia Tech. General Manager Nick Caserio described Rutledge as a player solely focused on the game, known for his aggressive style of play. The Texans prioritized Rutledge, moving up two spots to pick No. 26.
Rutledge, a 6-foot-4, 318-pound lineman, was a formidable presence for Georgia Tech, excelling in run blocking and not allowing a single sack in over 400 pass-blocking snaps last season. His ability to play guard and center adds valuable flexibility to the Texans' offensive line.
To acquire Rutledge, Houston surrendered their third-round pick (No. 69) and fifth-round pick (No. 167) along with their original first-round pick (No. 28) to the Buffalo Bills. In return, the Texans received picks No. 26 and No. 91, demonstrating their strong interest in the Georgia Tech standout.
