Houston Texans First-round draft picks by year First-round draft picks by year

| Year_ | Pick | Player | Position_ | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 11th overall | J.J. Watt | Defensive end | Wisconsin |
| 2012 | 26th overall | Whitney Mercilus | Defensive end | Illinois |
| 2013 | 27th overall | DeAndre Hopkins | Wide receiver | Clemson |