In the Inside Intel series, Charley Casserly mines his sources to relay the organizational word on impact rookies, prominent position battles and lingering questions. Check out his AFC South findings.

Houston sent a shockwave through the NFL world by trading DeAndre Hopkins back in March. What's next for Bill O'Brien's team? In assessing the state of the Texans, Adam Rank says the franchise has one major advantage: emerging superstar Deshaun Watson.

Back in March, Bill O'Brien's Texans shocked the NFL world by trading All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. What exactly was the rationale behind that deal? James Palmer explores the new offensive game plan in Houston.

The 2020 NFL season will kick off with a rematch of one of the most memorable playoff games from last season. The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs begin their title defense against Deshaun Watson and the Houston Texans on Thursday, Sept. 10.

Chris Wesseling assesses the landscape of NFL offenses now that the draft has concluded and the majority of free-agent signings are in the books. Which units are the most potent? Here are the top 10 attacks heading into the 2020 season.

Which 2020 NFL Draft picks did draft analyst Lance Zierlein like most? Start with Jeff Okudah going to the Lions at No. 3, but who else caught his eye? Check out Zierlein's three favorite picks from each round.

Wideout Brandin Cooks has played with a couple of NFL greats and he sees the same thing in his new quarterback Deshaun Watson. Cooks says there's not a throw Watson can't make.

With all 255 picks in the books, how did the 2020 NFL Draft affect the league hierarchy? Dan Hanzus updates his Power Rankings, with movement up and down the board. Whose prospect haul provides the biggest boost?

Some high-profile prospects came off the board on Day 2 of the 2020 NFL Draft. What are Daniel Jeremiah's biggest takeaways from Friday? Here are his top five.

Did the Rams find replacements for Jared Goff after trading away offensive weapons in free agency? Have the options run out for Washington's Trent Williams? Gregg Rosenthal lists winners and losers from Day 2 of the 2020 NFL Draft.

In hopes of filling the void left with the release of Todd Gurley, the L.A. Rams used their first pick of the 2020 NFL Draft -- in the second round -- to select Florida State RB Cam Akers.

In the wake of last month's stunning DeAndre Hopkins trade, Houston is now Deshaun Watson's city. Bill O'Brien and the Texans couldn't feel better about the crazy-talented quarterback running the show, James Palmer writes.

Will Tom Brady's Bucs upend the NFC? Are Drew Brees' Saints sitting comfortably above the fray? Can Kyler Murray's Cards make some noise? Marc Sessler assesses the pecking order in this loaded conference.

The 49ers were kings of the division (and NFC) last season, with the Seahawks hot on their tails. Have the Cardinals and Rams done enough this offseason to close the gap? Adam Maya examines the state of each NFC West team.

By combining the scouting eye of Daniel Jeremiah and the analytics of the Next Gen Stats NFL Draft Model, Mike Band identifies seven can't-miss prospects in the 2020 NFL Draft.

What would a great start to the 2020 NFL Draft look like for all 32 teams? Chad Reuter and Lance Zierlein have the answers, as they reveal the ideal top two selections for each club.

The Texans made another splashy move this offseason on Thursday, trading for Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks and an additional pick. Los Angeles receives a second-rounder in the deal.

The Houston Texans have won four of the last five division titles, but is their reign in jeopardy after a busy offseason? Grant Gordon explores movement among teams in the AFC South.

Adam Rank revisits the 2017 NFL Draft. Just how high does Christian McCaffrey rise? Where do Deshaun Watson and his fellow quarterbacks end up?

How are NFL players and draft hopefuls continuing to train in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic? Steve Wyche checks in with a veteran standout (Brandin Cooks), a first-round pick in Year 2 (N'Keal Harry) and a talented RB prospect (Zack Moss).

With the first wave of NFL free agency in the books, Dan Parr identifies the top five draft needs for all 32 teams. Should the Patriots pick a QB? What areas must the Buccaneers address to improve Tom Brady's supporting cast?

How has player movement across the NFL impacted the league hierarchy? Dan Hanzus updates his Power Rankings following a wild stretch of free-agent signings and trades.

After a frenzied first wave of free agency, NFL rosters look stunningly different than they did just one year ago. Here is a team-by-team listing of the notable departures during a wild 2020 free agency period.

The free-agency frenzy has been a wild ride, as several big-name players will be wearing new uniforms in 2020. Michael Fabiano takes a look at who the biggest winners and losers have been so far.

Kyle Brandt of the "Good Morning Football" crew explains why he's taking Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson and wide receiver Brandin Cooks over any other QB-WR duo in the AFC South.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks list notable replacements for familiar faces.

NFL Network's James Palmer catches up with Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks to talk about his new team and expectations for 2020.

Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks shares his early impression of quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff fires a 22-yard strike to Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks on play action.

Next Gen Stats breaks down the most surprising yards after catch from Week 16 of the 2019 NFL season.

Watch highlights from the San Francisco 49ers' win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 16.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks high-points quarterback Jared Goff's cross-body throw over 6-foot-3 CB for TD.

'The Dallas Cowboys get a turnover on downs as Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff's fourth-down throw sails incomplete.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks toe-taps for a smooth first-down grab good enough for a 13-yard gain.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks' sick sideline juke turns into a 28-yard gain.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks' first catch since Week 8 goes for toe-tapping first down.

Next Gen Stats breaks down the top five connections by air yards Week 1 through Week 8 of the 2019 NFL season.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks makes tight-window grab with one hand.

Look back at the top connections from the first 4 weeks of the 2019 NFL season.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff completes pass to wide receiver Brandin Cooks for 23-yard gain.

Los Angeles Rams QB Jared Goff out throws everyone in Week 2's Top Connections of the 2019 NFL season, using the power of Next Gen Stats.

Los Angeles wide receiver Brandin Cooks beats New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore on slant for Rams touchdown.

NFL Network's Nate Burleson, Jane Slater and Kyle Brandt discuss who they believe is the most undervalued player in the NFL.

Watch and hear players react to Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks' would-be touchdown in Super Bowl LIII against the New England Patriots.

Take a look at the best catches from Super Bowl LIII between the Patriots and Rams.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks had 8 catches for 120 yards against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LIII.

Los Angeles Rams QB Jared Goff hits wide receiver Brandin Cooks for a 15-yard gain.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks burns his former team on a 19-yard catch and run.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff finds wide receiver Brandin Cooks for a 16-yard gain.