Well, they've signed a handful of players already and a few of them look like really solid additions, most notably Mathieu. Him and Colvin should really help improve what was a pretty terrible secondary...of course, getting some guys up front healthy and improving the pass rush will go a long way in that regard as well. Hard to recover from losing both Watt and Mercilus.
Excited about this guy as well, as we definitely needed OL help:
Senio Kelemete, OG
The Texans signed guard Senio Kelemete, who played the past four seasons with the New Orleans Saints. Here’s a closer look at the signing:
Grade: B. The overhaul of the Texans' offensive line continued Wednesday with the addition of Kelemete. Kelemete was a part of the Saints’ line that led the NFL in yards per rush (4.7) and yards per pass attempt (8.1) last season, and the 27-year-old has a chance to compete for a starting spot in Houston.
What it means: The Texans once again went for versatility by adding Kelemete, who spent time at all five offensive-line positions in his four seasons with the Saints. The Texans have now added guards Zach Fulton and Kelemete during free agency and have right guard Jeff Allen on the roster. Those three will compete for the two guard spots, but if Kelemete plays well during OTAs and training camp, the Texans will find a place for him somewhere on the line.
Kelemete was Pro Football Focus’ 41st-ranked guard last season; Fulton ranked 14th. Both rated much higher than Allen (69th) or left guard Xavier Su'a-Filo (75th), who is an unrestricted free agent.
What’s the risk: It’s hard to tell how much of a risk this is without knowing the terms of the contract; regardless, adding competition for the spots on the offensive line is a good thing for the Texans. Kelemete has stayed healthy throughout his career, missing just one game in the past three seasons while starting 22.
Those were the two biggest areas of need this offseason IMO, secondary and OL, and I assume they're not finished yet and we still have the draft to look forward to. Hopefully this next season they can stay relatively healthy and give the Jags some competition in the division, the injuries last year were ridiculous!
Reaaaallly looking forward to seeing Watson back healthy and with a year under his belt.
