Ben Cooper

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Sports Writer at ClutchPoints

Head Writer for @LADEIG | NBA/NFL Writer for @ClutchPointsApp | NFL NewsDesk Writer for NFL Analysis Network | CLU 26’

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Houston Texans GM Lives Up to NFL Draft Trade Hype Once Again

2 weeks ago | si.com | Ben Cooper

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio made seven trades throughout the draft. Ahead of the draft, Caserio had a reputation as a frequent trader on draft night, and he lived up to it. Caserio's seven draft trades bring his total to 25 draft-day trades during his tenure as the Texans' general manager. Houston's biggest move came when they traded out of the first round on Day 1 of the draft.
Houston Texans Trying to Make Major Trade in First Round of NFL Draft

2 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Ben Cooper

The Houston Texans are discussing moving up in the first round of the draft. The Texans hold the 25th overall pick, but could be moving up for a player on their draft board. General manager Nick Caserio already made a move, sending a 2025 fifth-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to the Cleveland Browns for two 2025 sixth-round picks and a 2025 seventh-round pick.
1 player Brooklyn Nets must trade in 2025 NBA offseason

2 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Ben Cooper

Cam Johnson is a high-quality 3-and-D forward who could garner interest from many contending teams. Johnson appeared in 57 games for the Nets, averaging 18.8 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game. He shot 47.5 percent from the field and 39 percent from three. The 29-year-old forward has two years remaining on his four-year, $94.5 million deal. Johnson is a very valuable role player and could yield Brooklyn significant draft capital.
Houston Texans Urged to Pass on Top Rumored Draft Target

4 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Ben Cooper

Another reason for passing on Simmons is his injury history. In October, Simmons suffered a torn patellar tendon. While he should be ready for the 2025 season, the injury could be a concern for the Texans. The last reason for passing on Simmons is that Houston could target another position in the first round, like wide receiver. The Texans lost Stefon Diggs in free agency, and with Tank Dell out to start the season, they could use another weapon.
Houston Texans Urged to Pass on Top Rumored Draft Target

4 weeks ago | si.com | Ben Cooper

The Houston Texans are urged to pass on Ohio State offensive tackle Josh Simmons in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Texans hold the 25th overall pick in the draft and could use an addition to the offensive line. Houston traded away star offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil to the Washington Commanders and offensive guard Kenyon Green to the Philadelphia Eagles earlier this offseason. In free agency, the Texans added offensive tackles Cam Robinson and Trent Brown.
Houston Texans Showing Interest in Intriguing Tight End Prospect

1 month ago | yardbarker.com | Ben Cooper

The Houston Texans are showing interest in Northwestern tight end Thomas Gordon, who attended a workout with them. The Texans host an annual local prospect day for players hoping to be drafted. Before attending Northwestern, Gordon attended Strake Jesuit, a college preparatory school in Houston. Gordon had 27 receptions for 252 yards and one touchdown for Northwestern last season. While these aren't impressive numbers, Gordon is a reliable blocker, a quality that teams value in a tight end room.
Iowa Women's Basketball Loses Transfer Guard to Big Ten Opponent

1 month ago | si.com | Ben Cooper

The Iowa Hawkeyes are losing guard Aaliyah Guyton to another Big Ten team as she has committed to Illinois. Guyton appeared in 29 games for the Hawkeyes in her freshman season, averaging 4.7 points, 1.2 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game. She shot 37.5 percent from the field and 37.3 percent from three. Guyton was a four-star recruit out of high school. In her senior season, she averaged 26.2 points, five rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 3.2 steals per game.
Houston Texans Showing Interest in Intriguing Weapon for C.J. Stroud

1 month ago | yardbarker.com | Ben Cooper

The Houston Texans held Miami Hurricanes tight end, Elijah Arroyo, for a visit on Monday. Arroyo is a top-five tight end in the draft and is projected to go in the second or third round. Arroyo impressed in his senior season as the No.1 tight end for Miami. He finished the season with 35 catches for 590 yards and seven touchdowns. The Texans could use another weapon for C.J. Stroud and the offense after losing wide receiver Stefon Diggs to the New England Patriots in free agency.
Houston Texans Showing Interest in Intriguing Weapon for C.J. Stroud

1 month ago | si.com | Ben Cooper

The Houston Texans held Miami Hurricanes tight end, Elijah Arroyo, for a visit on Monday. Arroyo is a top-five tight end in the draft and is projected to go in the second or third round. Arroyo impressed in his senior season as the No.1 tight end for Miami. He finished the season with 35 catches for 590 yards and seven touchdowns. The Texans could use another weapon for C.J. Stroud and the offense after losing wide receiver Stefon Diggs to the New England Patriots in free agency.
Houston Texans Urged to Consider NFL Draft Trade Up for Three Potential Targets

1 month ago | yardbarker.com | Ben Cooper

The Houston Texans are being urged to trade up for offensive tackle Josh Simmons, wide receiver Matthew Golden, or interior offensive lineman Tyler Booker. The Texans hold the 25th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft, but to get one of these prospects, they'd likely have to trade up. Simmons is one of the best offensive tackles in the draft class despite having an injury history. He is projected to go within the top 20 of the draft.