Texans O-Line Battle: The Center Battle Will MAKE or BREAK Houston’s Run Game

Locked On Texans - Daily Podcast On The Houston Texans · Apr 1, 2026 · 33m

This ain’t just another position battle… this is the one that could DEFINE the entire Houston Texans offense in 2025.

The center spot is officially a WAR ⚔️

On one side — Andrews: high IQ, sharp with protection calls, a guy who can elevate C.J. Stroud pre-snap and keep the offense in rhythm.

On the other — Brown: the proven glue guy, battle-tested, reliable, and the one with the stronger résumé.

But here’s the truth: whoever wins this job will decide just how dominant (or average) this offensive line can be — especially in the run game.

And don’t get it twisted… even with this battle heating…