@unsympathetic said:

Ben Tate would be the cost for Houston to move from 26 to 22. 4 isn't in the discussion.

26 to 22 isn't worth the punter. Tate is solid. If it's not enough for 26 to 4 then fine, but don't get insulting.

@choco said:

i'd probly do it. if our FO is even considering TR at #4, then tate would still be the better option. there's still many good players at 26....

you'd probly have to throw in a prospect or 2 tho....see julio jones trade last year.

How about Jacoby Jones? Still has 2 Js.

@king-ghoolie-lives said:

Wouldn't be a bad move at all, The guy is shifty and tough. Certainly more proven than a new rookie and the pick cost to us is not that huge.

Decent idea.

First, let me disclose that I'm a Texan fan.

Second, I would like your OPINION on whether Tate is worth swapping first round picks, your 4th for our 26th. You would get a tough and effective runner who has already adjusted to NFL speed and thus is less risky than a draftee. Then you still keep a first round pick to use for other needs which don't require a 4th pick. For us, it puts us in position to draft Blackman to fill a need for a #2 receiver and potential replacement for #1 when Andre Johnson retires or slows down.

This is SPECULATION, not a rumor.

Thank you for your time.