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Why do Texans trade so drastically at draft time? Houston's GM explains.

Nick Caserio can't seem to sit still each April during the annual NFL draft.

The Houston Texans' general manager built quite an impressive roster in recent seasons, rebuilding a dormant franchise largely through shrewd additions in the draft. But Caserio's work each spring entails far more than simply selecting players. Instead, Caserio sports the reputation as one of the NFL's more prolific traders, happy to move up or down the draft board as he sees fit.

Houston rocketed up the first round in 2023 to acquire the No. 3 pick and add star edge rusher Will Anderson Jr.