Houston Texans Look to Philadelphia Eagles as Model for Team Success

The Houston Texans are embracing a new vision for success, drawing inspiration from one of the NFL’s most consistent franchises—the Philadelphia Eagles. As the Texans continue their rebuilding process, General Manager Nick Caserio has pointed to the Eagles’ blueprint as a model for constructing a competitive roster and sustaining long-term success.

After finishing the 2023 season with significant improvement under rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud, Houston is looking to take the next step toward playoff contention. Stroud’s poise and production in his first NFL season have given the Texans confidence that they have found their franchise quarterback. Now, the challenge is building a team around him that can compete at a high level.

The Eagles have established themselves as a top team in the NFL by investing heavily in their offensive and defensive lines while maintaining a balanced roster. Their ability to develop talent, particularly in the trenches, has been a major factor in their success. Houston hopes to replicate this philosophy by strengthening both sides of the line of scrimmage in free agency and the draft.

“We’ve studied what successful teams do, and Philadelphia has done a great job building a strong roster from the inside out,” Caserio said. “We want to make sure we’re giving C.J. every opportunity to succeed by surrounding him with the right talent.”

One area where Houston is expected to focus is offensive line depth. The Eagles have consistently built dominant offensive lines, which have helped their quarterbacks thrive. The Texans have a solid foundation with Laremy Tunsil at left tackle but will likely look to add more protection for Stroud to ensure his development isn’t hindered by pressure.

Additionally, the Eagles’ use of versatile playmakers in their offense is something the Texans hope to emulate. Houston has promising young weapons, but adding more explosive skill players could elevate their attack.

With free agency and the NFL Draft approaching, Houston’s front office is expected to be aggressive in pursuing talent that fits their long-term vision. By following the Eagles’ model, the Texans hope to transition from a rebuilding team to a legitimate contender in the AFC.