Texans 'Listening' to Trade Offers for Brandin Cooks
The Houston Texans are well aware that receiver Brandon Cooks possesses all of the traits needed to win in the NFL. And if a team hopes to pry him away, it will have to pay a steep price.
While the Texans appear willing to move Cooks in advance of Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, they are seeking a substantial offer of draft capital in return.
ESPN is reporting that Houston is "listening to inquiries on the veteran wide receiver," and even naming potential destinations, such as the New York Giants, Los Angeles Rams and Minnesota Vikings. The asking price might be as high as a second-round pick.
That could scare potential suitors off.
“I don’t think it’s going to happen,” The Score’s Jordan Schultz said during a Thursday appearance on Clint Stoerner & The Show. “I know his numbers are down, but he’s viewed as a legit, top-20 receiver. He’s a Pro Bowl-caliber receiver. The problem is that Houston has been asking for a lot.”
Despite the hefty cost, teams will likely continue to inquire about Cooks. The wideout has 28 receptions for 281 yards with a touchdown through the first six games. While those numbers may not leap off the stat sheet, the 29-year-old Cooks has maintained his curb appeal.
He's been a productive receiver throughout his nine-year career, offering a solid pass-catching option for a contending team in need. Cooks is also under contract through at least next season, making him one of Houston's most tradable assets.
As the trade deadline draws near, the receiver market has begun to take shape. The Kansas City Chiefs acquired Kadarius Toney from the Giants in exchange for a conditional third-rounder and a sixth-round pick.
At 1-4-1 heading into their Week 8 matchup with the Tennessee Titans, the Texans have reasons to be sellers. The trade deadline is 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday.
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