Houston Texans draft series: NT Gerald Dixon, Jr.

The Houston Texans need depth along the defensive line which could have them looking for some young talent in the draft, could they consider Gerald Dixon, Jr. from South Carolina?

While he may not be a household name, Gerald Dixon, Jr. has the size and bloodlines to be a player in the NFL. His father was an NFL linebacker who played ten seasons in the league. Dixon also has a brother who plays for the same SEC school, who happens to be named Gerald Dixon.

The two are just five months apart and ended up starting at tackle and defensive end for the South Carolina Gamecocks, where they played against some serious NFL-level talent. That may have caused some confusion, but we will make sure we are…