Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans is approaching his first NFL draft as the leading man of a professional franchise, but that doesn't mean he's lacking in experience. If anything, he possesses a refreshing outlook when it comes to the prospect evaluation process, something that stems from a 10-year playing career that included two Pro Bowl nods and Defensive Rookie of the Year honors.
The upcoming draft will be a pivotal moment for Ryans and the Texans, who own a pair of top-12 picks and will be looking to avoid a fourth straight season in the NFL cellar.