Texans Show Interest in Experienced Offensive Line Prospect

Houston could target Oregon guard Emmanuel Pregnon in the 2026 NFL Draft

Apr. 7, 2026 at 2:22am

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The Houston Texans have expressed interest in Oregon offensive guard Emmanuel Pregnon, bringing him in for a top 30 pre-draft visit. Pregnon is considered one of the top guard prospects in this year's class and could be a target for the Texans, who have already made several moves to bolster their offensive line this offseason.

Why it matters

The Texans have made improving their offensive line a priority this offseason, and targeting a talented guard prospect like Pregnon could further solidify that unit. As they look to build around young quarterback C.J. Stroud, having a strong offensive line will be crucial to the team's success.

The details

According to reports, the Texans will host Pregnon for a top 30 pre-draft visit, indicating they have a 'high opinion' of the Oregon product. Pregnon is a 6'4", 314-pound guard with impressive athleticism, having run a 5.21 40-yard dash at the combine. He has extensive starting experience at the college level, playing at Wyoming, USC, and Oregon. While the Texans have already added Wyatt Teller and Ed Ingram to their guard spots, Pregnon could provide depth and competition, or potentially be a long-term solution at left guard.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled to take place on April 23rd in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The players

Emmanuel Pregnon

A highly regarded offensive guard prospect out of Oregon, who has drawn interest from the Houston Texans ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

C.J. Stroud

The young quarterback of the Houston Texans, who the team is looking to build around with improvements to the offensive line.

Wyatt Teller

A free agent offensive guard signed by the Texans this offseason to bolster their interior offensive line.

Ed Ingram

A guard currently on the Texans' roster, who could face competition from a prospect like Pregnon.

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What they’re saying

“I've heard they're going to meet with him ahead of the draft, and that's Emmanuel Pregnon. They've already talked to Pregnon in the draft process, but what about talking with him again? So, that's definitely something that could be on the table for the Texans.”

— Aaron Wilson, KPRC2 Reporter

“Pregon, very athletic offensive guard, and someone that they have a very high opinion of... He's been a right guard, and of course, that's where [the Texans] have Ed Ingram. If he's going to play for the Texans, he's going to have to play left guard.”

— Aaron Wilson, KPRC2 Reporter

What’s next

The Texans will continue their pre-draft evaluation of Pregnon and other offensive line prospects as they look to further strengthen that unit ahead of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Texans' interest in Pregnon highlights their commitment to improving the offensive line, a key focus this offseason. While they've already made several moves, adding a talented guard prospect like Pregnon could provide valuable depth and competition, as the team looks to build a strong supporting cast around young QB C.J. Stroud.