State of the Union: Texans at the bye, 3-5 record

[Joshua]

As I understand the draft rules, all of the non-playoff teams are slotted in front of the playoff teams regardless of record. So if the Texans win the division and make the playoffs, the absolute best pick we can get in the upcoming draft is No. 21. Making the playoffs despite an awful record could really drop us in the draft. Quite frankly, I'd rather have the high draft pick.

[WMH]

Originally Posted by Joshua

As I understand the draft rules, all of the non-playoff teams are slotted in front of the playoff teams regardless of record. So if the Texans win the division and make the playoffs, the absolute best pick we can get in the upcoming draft is No. 21. Making the playoffs despite an awful record could really drop us in the draft. Quite frankly, I'd rather have the high draft pick.

Totally disagree. You play the game for a shot at the prize, not a draft pick. While I am in no way saying this is even remotely close to a Superbowl team, having a January game should mean way more than draft slot.