The Houston Texans selected Houston wide receiver Tank Dell in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 69th overall.
He joins a wideout group that includes Nico Collins, Robert Woods, Noah Brown, and John Metchie.
Dell racked up 109 receptions, 1,398 yards, and 17 touchdowns en route to being named a first-team All-AAC selection in 2022. The 5-foot-8, 165-pound wideout is also a dynamic threat as a return specialist.
Dell is the Texans' third offensive selection of the 2023 rookie class, joining quarterback C.J. Stroud and center Juice Scruggs. Houston also drafted linebacker Will Anderson Jr.
Pre-draft profile
There's no other receiver prospect like Dell. His lack of size is undoubtedly going to be a red flag as he may be reduced to a receiver who requires manufactured touches. But even then, that may not be a total deal breaker - in the right offense with the proper brainpower, Dell can be a dangerous player thanks to his elite elusiveness and agility. His route running is very sharp due to his ability to stop and change speed on a dime and smooth change of direction skills. There's enough to fill a highlight reel when it comes to Dell, but will there be enough to utilize him against tenacious, physical NFL secondaries?
