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James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 10 matchup with the Browns Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 9 matchup with the Chargers Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 6 London matchup with the Jaguars Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 5 matchup with the Titans and the trade for Marvin Harrison Jr Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy discusses the Texans week 5 matchup with the Titans and the possibility of trading for Marvin Harrison Jr Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 4 matchup with the Cowboys Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 3 divisional matchup with the Colts Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 3 divisional matchup with the Colts Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 2 matchup with the Bengals Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 2 matchup with the Bengals Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 1 matchup with the Bills Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans week 1 matchup with the Bills Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans preseason and look ahead to the regular season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

James Roy and Tom discuss the Texans preseason and look ahead to roster cuts. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This session of The Bullpen podcast features a deep dive into the Houston Texans' first preseason game, focusing on roster depth, rookie performances, and the fallout from Graham Mertz’s injury. The discussion transitions from professional sports analysis to personal career updates and logistics. Texans Preseason Analysis Quarterback Depth & The Mertz Injury  • Graham Mertz: Confirmed torn ACL. This creates an immediate vacancy at QB3.  • Davis Mills: Performed well with the starters (11 plays, 75 yards, TD) but struggled when playing with third-stringers. The consensus is that he remains a high-quality backup, but not a starter.  • Potential Replacements: Discussion of trading a late-round pick for Case Keenum (currently with the Bears) or looking at athletic options like Talen Green (Arkansas) or Dillon Gabriel. Rookie Standouts  • Keylan Rutledge (C): The clear winner of the game. Despite not playing center in college, he has secured the starting spot through "nastiness" and physicality. His training camp scuffle with Will Anderson Jr. is viewed as a positive sign of competitive energy.  • Marlin Klein (TE): Initial skepticism has faded. His athleticism and background (moving from Germany, learning English to make the NFL) suggest high coachable upside.  • Wade Woodaz (LB): Showed promise but lacked separation from the depth group. The linebacking corps appeared "flat" after the first drive. Roster Friction & Concerns  • Febechi Nwaiwu (OL): Criticized for a lack of physicality, particularly on QB sneaks. While likely to make the roster as a developmental 4th-round pick, his performance was a low point.  • Defensive End (DE4): A debate on whether the team should bring back Derek Barnett. While the current roster is deep, a veteran rotation of Hunter, Anderson, Clowney, and Barnett is described as "bulletproof."  • Punter: Kai Kroger is the current punter "for now," but the hosts expect continued competition or a veteran addition if he lacks consistency. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy