When the Texans took Alabama State offensive tackle Tytus Howard with the 23rd pick in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night, a lot of Texans fans were confused.
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That's OK. Alabama State wasn't actually must-see-TV in the fall, but there's plenty to like about the athletic linemen, who will be expected to start right away and help protect franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson.
Howard started to impress NFL scouts when he had a good game against Auburn early last season.