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The Houston Texans selected linebacker Wade Woodaz from Clemson with the 123rd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after trading back from pick #117.
CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 01: Wade Woodaz #17 of the Clemson Tigers reads the offense during the first half of a football game against the Duke Blue Devils at Memorial Stadium on November 01, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The Texans are back at it on day three of the 2026 NFL Draft. After trading back from pick #117, the Houston Texans drafted Clemson LB Wade Woodaz 123rd overall:
Height: 6â 3 â :
Weight: 236 lbs.
Arm: 32 â â
Hand: 10â
40-Yard Dash: 4.56s
2025: 12 Games (12 Starts); 70 Tackles; 7 TFLs, 0.5 Sacks; 3 PDs
2024: 12 Games (12 Starts); 83 Tackles; 10 TFLs; 3.0 Sacks; 1 Int; 5 PDs; 3 FFs
Honorable Mention All-ACC, 2025
Honorable Mention All-ACC, 2024
A two-year starter for Clemson that came on towards the end of his 2023 season, Wade Woodaz is a quick, aggressive tackler with plenty of experience on special teams. Not unlike former Texans 2021 5th-round pick LB , Woodaz has the production and reliability that makes you think he could end up making an impact on an NFL defense, but, unlike Wallow, Woodaz is a little more NFL-caliber size. At 6â4â 236 lbs., Woodaz has the raw size to be able to lay the thump down on NFL running backs, and on top of that, Woodaz also has some impressive speed, making him more than capable of covering TEs or some WRs.
The Houston Texans drafted linebacker Wade Woodaz from Clemson.
Wade Woodaz was selected 123rd overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Texans traded back from pick #117 to acquire additional assets before selecting Wade Woodaz.
Wade Woodaz plays linebacker for the Houston Texans.

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Hereâs what Brian Goodison of Shakin the Southland had to say about Wade Woodaz:
The same traits that make Woodaz lovable are ones he will have to work on to refine in the NFL. While his aggressive style is great, sometimes he moves too quickly and doesnât diagnose the play. This leaves gap in the coverage or run fits which can cause a big play. Pairing that aggressive play with better situational awareness will be key to Woodazâs success on the field. His play style should give him an excellent opportunity on special teams though. â Brain_Goodison
Even though he can be aggressive, Woodaz has shown the ability to diagnose offenses and stay patient in order to find the ball carrier and deliver a blow. A lot of this patience can be seen against SMU, where he notched his single sack of the 2025 season as well as did a solid job of giving confusing looks to the opposing QB. His speed and awareness can make him a solid inside linebacker in the NFL, but his inability to wrap up or really lay the boom on some bigger players doesnât bode well for his upcoming transition to the NFL. If Woodaz is able to add some strength and extra aggressiveness in his tackling, he can be a real contributor on defense. If not, then heâll at least make a solid special teams addition, Nick Caserioâs favorite!
What do you think of this pick? Did the Texans find a steal of a LB in Woodaz, or was this a reach in your book? Let us know your thoughts down in the comments below!
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