Houston Texans first-round guard Kenyon Green made his first start against the Denver Broncos in Week 2 at Empower Field at Mile High.
Although the Texans’ offense sputtered throughout the 16-9 loss, Green was one of the few bright spots on the offensive side of the ball.
“It seems like every time, I’ve talked about some of the flash plays that he’s made,” coach Lovie Smith told reporters Sept. 19. “We’ve seen signs but I thought yesterday, gave him the reins, start, go with it.”
The former Humble Atascocita High School product demonstrated his physicality against the Broncos.
“I thought he was physical,” said Smith. “He did some good things in pass protection. He was having fun doing it. After the game, already talking about what he needs to improve upon.”
The Texans have plans for Green to be an integral part of their offensive line, which is the basis for the success on that side of the ball.
Said Smith: “He’s going to help us win a lot of games. He’s one of our guys. He’s a good football player. Excited about the growth he’s going to make. He’s going to be better this week than he was this past (week).”
Green has a chance to showcase more of his talent while also improving when Houston takes on the Chicago Bears Sunday at 12:00 p.m. Central Time from Soldier Field.
