Today's starting lineup
After the Texans sat out the opening night of the NFL draft, things picked up for the local squad Friday. Jonathan M. Alexander writes that the Texans filled some needs but not their biggest on the interior defensive line. Here's what you need to know about Friday's draftees: Georgia cornerback Kamari Lassiter, Notre Dame tackle Blake Fisher and USC safety Calen Bullock.
Friday night was also eventful for players from Houston schools and Texas colleges. Patrick Paul, from UH and Jersey Village, got his wish and was plucked by the Dolphins in the second round. A trio of Texas players — T'Vondre Sweat, Jonathon Brooks and Adonai Mitchell — made it five Longhorns draftees in two days. Texas A&M had two defenders drafted. And Rice's Luke McCaffrey became the latest draftee in his decorated football family.
The Astros are south of the border for two games in Mexico City against the Rockies beginning today, providing MLB a chance to expand its brand. J.P. France, was sent back to Triple-A on Friday, ostensibly clearing a spot for Framber Valdez's return to the starting rotation.
Today's college football analysis series looks at the offensive lines for Texas and Texas A&M, and our UH series concludes with special teams.
Stat of the day: 3. Offensive linemen from UH selected in the first two rounds of the draft. They are Billy Milner (Dolphins, 1994 first round), Sebastian Vollmer (Patriots, 2009 second round) and Patrick Paul (Dolphins, 2024 second round).
 | Greg Rajan, Senior Editor |
Texans / NFL Draft
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Needs addressed, but not the biggest one
Texans GM Nick Caserio was unable to make a trade to grab one of the top defensive tackles in the draft but still addressed needs in the secondary and on the offensive line
- Kamari Lassiter file: What you need to know about Georgia cornerback Kamari Lassiter, whom the Texans picked in the second round.
- Blake Fisher file: What you need to know about Notre Dame offensive tackle Blake Fisher, the Texans' second pick in the second round.
- Calen Bullock file: What you need to know about USC safety Calen Bullock, whom the Texans traded up to pick in the third round.
- UH's Paul gets his wish: UH's Patrick Paul let it be known he wanted to be a Dolphin. It became reality Friday, with the mammoth offensive tackle going to Miami in the second round.
- Run on Longhorns: Three more Texas players get drafted, with T'Vondre Sweat, Jonathon Brooks and Adonai Mitchell hearing their names called.
- Two for Aggies: Texas A&M linebacker Edgerrin Cooper and defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson were drafted on day two.
- All in the (McCaffrey) family: After converting from quarterback to receiver, Rice's Luke McCaffrey became the third member of his family drafted into the NFL.
- How it happened: The NFL draft resumed Friday with the Texans getting involved after not having a first-round pick pick. Here's how the night played out.
Astros / MLB
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A time for growth
The Astros' trip to Mexico City, is special for José Urquidy, who will see his family in his native land and also a chance to expand baseball's horizons.
- France down: J.P. France is optioned to Triple-A Sugar Land, presumably clearing up a roster and rotation spot for Framber Valdez.
- Astros vs. Rockies preview: Hoping to snap a five-game skid, Houston makes its second regular-season venture into Mexico, where it will face a team with an identical 7-19 record.
College Football
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Laying it on the line
Four or five starters, pending a position battle, return on the Longhorns' offensive line, a unit considered to be a team strength.
- A&M offensive line analysis: Aside from one of the nation's top returning offensive tackles in Trey Zuhn, questions remain about the rest of the Aggies' offensive line.
- UH special teams analysis: Senior Jack Martin is expected to be the frontrunner again to handle place-kicking duties for the Cougars' special teams unit.
Roughnecks / Pro Football
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Seeking momentum
Fresh off their first UFL win, the Roughnecks host undefeated Birmingham and its skilled offense tonight.
High School Softball Playoffs
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Sweeping success
Katy Taylor caps a bi-district round sweep with a run-rule victory over Ridge Point.
- Dawson 7, Clear Springs 6: Dawson erupted for five runs in the seventh inning to force a deciding game in the best-of-three series.
- Bi-district roundup: Friday's first-round playoff scores and highlights from games involving Houston-area teams.
Dynamo / MLS
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Bolstering depth
The Dynamo add midfielder Jefferson Valverde on a full transfer from Ecuadorian squad L.D.U. Quito.
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