The Houston Texans have one of the best left tackles in the NFL with Laremy Tunsil. However, the talent along the offensive line doesn’t taper off with the three-time Pro Bowler.
Former 2019 first-rounder Tytus Howard has been a consistent force at right tackle for much of his 54 games with the Texans. The former Alabama State product also proved his versatility as he played guard throughout the 2021 campaign.
Howard has position flex, but he excels on the right side. What more could an organization ask for?
According to Brad Spielberger from Pro Football Focus, extending Howard is the number one offseason move the Texans have to make before the start of training camp.
Howard boasts back-to-back seasons with 70.0-plus pass-blocking grades and, after finally getting a full season at right tackle in 2022, should become one of the highest-paid right tackles in football before the 2023 season kicks off.
Keeping Howard along the offensive line would also be a part of the team’s graduation from an also-ran in the AFC to a legitimate playoff contender. Consider the Texans have made capital investments with the Shaq Mason trade and the selection of second-round center Juice Scruggs. This also doesn’t take into account Houston’s first-round pick a year ago in Texas A&M guard Kenyon Green.
The Texans could sneakily have a top-10 offensive line over the next couple seasons, pending the availability from starters is high and the position groups has proper cohesion. Nevertheless the next biggest block in the Texans’ wall is Howard, who the club should consider extending before the regular season.
