ESPN NEWS: Texans star ,”I call myself the locksmith.” compared himself to CJ Stroud
After being selected in the second round of the draft, rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter of the Houston Texans gave an explanation of his moniker.
The 10th pick in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft went to Georgia cornerback Kamari Lassiter, who revealed his alter ego to his new fan base after elaborating on the significance of his chain, which features an industrial-sized lock with the word “K3” engraved in the center.
According to Cole Thompson of TexansWire, Kamari Lassiter declared, “I call myself the locksmith.” “I take great satisfaction in locking up stuff. I had a strong desire to have a lock engraved with the name “locksmith” manufactured.
Having been a part of two national championship teams for Georgia in recent years, Lassiter is obviously not lacking confidence. He began as a slot corner and went outside for Kirby Smart’s Georgia program in 2022. DeMeco Ryans discussed Lassiter’s contributions to the Texans’ defensive line.
According to Thompson, DeMeco Ryans stated, “Kamari provides toughness.” You mention his intensity and style of play in the game. He is a huge football fan. The tape displays it. It leaps off the recording. He is a flexible player. He is able to play both indoors and outside.
As Ryans stated, the Texans are hopeful that Lassiter is a versatile cornerback that they can employ both outside and in the slot. It’s possible that a defensive mind like Ryans already has a strategy for Lassiter; it will be intriguing to watch what he does during training camp and the next campaign. Ryans also gushed about the mentality that Lassiter offers.
You just mentioned a man who works hard and is a leader. Ryans stated, via Thompson, “He embodies all that our team stands for. You talk about how everything is hostile and unrelenting. Kamari brings a relentless approach with him every single day.
Lassiter’s 40-time, which was 4.6, has drawn some criticism, although Caserio did not appear to be concerned about it. Nor did he worry about his college career being devoid of forced turnovers.
According to Thompson, Nick Caserio stated, “We’re drafting football players; we’re not drafting track teams.” “I am aware that speed matters. Not that speed is unimportant, mind you. That doesn’t seem to be a problem for this specific gamer. You don’t leave the SEC game seeing him play and feel that way.
Lassiter ought to be a starter on defense as the Texans look to improve on their unexpected run to the divisional round in 2023. Houston has benefited greatly from the selection of CJ Stroud, and Caserio is now attempting to surround him with quality in order to assemble a Super Bowl squad.
