Today's starting lineup
Another NFL draft is in the books, and the Texans have nine new players they hope will fill needs and perhaps become even stars.
Jonathan M. Alexander takes a look at each player and how he fits in along with comments from GM Nick Caserio, coach DeMeco Ryans and the players themselves.
The Texas Longhorns had 11 players taken in this year's draft, second only to national champion Michigan, which had 13. Texas A&M had two more players picked — both from the Houston area — in receiver Ainias Smith (Dulles) and lineman Layden Robinson (Manvel). And Houston Christian had its first player taken in the draft: Jalyx Hunt, an edge rusher.
For one day at least, the Astros looked like the team we remembered. They hit, they pitched and they beat the Rockies. Ronel Blanco again showed how important he's been. And it was in Mexico City where they found a festive atmosphere.
And tucked away in a gym in Katy, out of the limelight, Gabby Douglas started her Olympic comeback. A three-time gold medalist, she competed for the first time in eight years, and did well enough to qualify for the U.S. championships in the vault and beam. Danielle Lerner has the story.
Stat of the day: 1.65. Ronel Blanco's ERA in his first 32⅔ innings this season for the Astros.
 | Reid Laymance, Sports Editor |
Texans / NFL Draft
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The Texans' 2024 draft class: Why they were picked and what they're saying
General manager Nick Caserio, coach DeMeco Ryans and the nine draftees assess their fit with Houston
- Cade Stover: What you need to know about the Ohio State tight end drafted with the No. 123 overall pick.
- Jamal Hill: What you need to know about the Oregon linebacker, the Texans' sixth-round pick at No. 188.
- Jawhar Jordan: What you need to know about the Louisville running back, the Texans' sixth-round pick at No. 205.
- Solomon Byrd: What you need to know about the USC edge rusher, the Texans' seventh-round pick at No. 238.
- Marcus Harris: What you need to know about the Auburn defensive tackle, the Texans' seventh-round pick at No. 247.
- LaDarius Henderson: What you need to know about the Michigan lineman and Waxahachie native, the Texans' seventh-round pick at No. 249.
Colleges / NFL Draft
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Texas is back, at least in the draft, with 11 Longhorns selected
Texas trailed only Michigan with the number or players taken in this year's NFL draft.
- Houston Christian: Jalyx Hunt, picked by Philadelphia in third round, is first Houston Christian player to be selected in NFL draft.
- Texas A&M: Ainias Smith, a receiver from Dulles, and Layden Robinson, a lineman from Manvel, are A&M's selections on final day.
- UH: University of Houston edge rusher Nelson Ceaser plans to sign with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent.
Astros / MLB
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Ronel Blanco continues his invaluable month
Where the Astros would be at this point without Ronel Blanco is a sobering thought. Houston is 8-19. Blanco has started half of the team's wins.
- Astros 12, Rockies 4: The Astros opened a two-game set in Mexico City with a blowout win over the Rockies.
- Warm welcome: Astros find fan support amid a festive atmosphere in Mexico City.
- Hitting reset: The Astros hope J.P. France's time in Sugar Land can help "get him going again."
- Latest setback: Forrest Whitley placed on minor-league IL with elbow discomfort.
Olympics / Gymnastics
Photo by: David J. Phillip, Associated Press
First step in long road back to Olympics
Gabby Douglas, competing for first time in eight years, qualified for U.S. Championships in vault and beam and has another chance to qualify for all-around at U.S. Classic in Hartford.
Dynamo / Dash
Photo by: Brett Coomer/Staff Photographer
Dynamo fall to FC Dallas as red card leaves Houston shorthanded
Petar Musa and defender Sebastien Ibeagha scored second-half goals after Houston was forced to play a man down five minutes into the match.
- Dash 0, Utah Royals FC 0: The scoreless draw Saturday between Houston and Utah featured the Dash debuts of Ramona Bachmann and Paige Nielsen.
All-Greater Houston Girls Swimming
Photo by: Michael Wyke, Contributor
Swimmer of the Year: The Woodlands' Zoe Nordmann
Northwestern signee Zoe Nordmann medaled in the 500 freestyle and helped the Highlanders win back-to-back state championships.
All-Greater Houston Boys Swimming
Photo by: Kirk Sides/Staff Photographer
Boys swimmers of the year: Friendswood's Marshall Odom and Tony Laurito
Marshall Odom and Tony Laurito of Friendswood wrapped their high school careers by taking home four medals apiece while helping the Mustangs finish second at the Class 5A state meet.
High School Softball
Photo by: Eric Christian Smith, Contributor
Brazoswood sweeps Shadow Creek
Peyton Tanner fired a two-hitter with 17 strikeouts to lead Brazoswood, which plays Summer Creek in the area round next week.
- Klein Oak 15, Cypress Ranch 13: Brielle Moreland's two HRs and Morgan Sanchez's five RBIs led the Panthers, who face College Park in the area round next week.
- Playoff roundup: Bridgeland and Klein Collins are among the teams advancing to area round.
UFL / Roughnecks
Photo by: Kevin M. Cox/UFL/Getty Images
Stallions pull away from Roughnecks to remain undefeated
The Stallions defeated the Roughnecks in their first United Football League meeting Saturday at Rice Stadium for their 12th consecutive victory.
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