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Texans move up to select defensive tackle, add tight end in 2nd round.

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TRADE ALERT: Texans make deal with Las Vegas Raiders, now hold 36th pick in 2026 Draft

Apr 24, 2026 at 06:24 PM

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The Houston Texans held the 38th pick in the NFL draft until the very last moment... then they traded it to the Las Vegas Raiders for the 36th pick and 117th pick.

In all, they now have 7 picks in the 2026 draft.

With the 36th pick the Texans selected Kayden McDonald, a defensive tackle from Ohio State.

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