The Next Quarterback for the Houston Texans Is…
By Joey Buchta
Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Second Tier of Rookies
AJ McCarron – Alabama
Zach Mettenberger – LSU
Jimmy Garoppolo – Eastern Illinois
These are all options the Texans could consider if they wait until the second round, or if they trade down in the first. Yes I am aware that Derek Carr belongs in this group as well, but I refuse to believe that they would consider him.
McCarron and Mettenberger have the size and the SEC pedigree that gives NFL personnel experts the belief that they can transition smoother than others.
Garoppolo’s stock continues to rise and is being considered to be a 1st round possibility by many including former GM Bill Polian.
"ESPN Analyst and former Colts GM Bill Polian said today that Eastern Illinois QB Jimmy Garoppolo will be a 1st-round pick."
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) February 25, 2014