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HOUSTON - - Theres always been a difference between the college and the profe sional level, regardle s of the position. And while rookie offensive lineman has faced Malik Beasley Jersey future pros during his time in the SEC, everyone in the NFL couldve played in the conference where the slogan is it just means more. Green had his welcome to the NFL" rookie moment during the second quarter of Thursdays game against the San Francisco 49ers when defensive end Charles Omenehiu blew right past him and into the backfield. He also welcomed a few 49ers to his style of play, pancake blocking them into the ground in the teams 17-0 preseason win. I was just trying to get that first hit. After that, I felt like I calmed down a little bit, Green . Coming out of Texas A&M, Green is now expected to be a staple of the rebuilding Texans offensive line. Drafted 15th overall, Houston was sold on Greens ability to run block thanks to A&Ms ground game over the past three seasons. A two- Alex English Jersey time All-American, Green is coming off his best season in which the Aggies relied heavily on their rushing attack. Both Isaiah Spiller and Devon Achane recorded over 900 rushing yards, averaged at least 5.5 yards per carry and scored five touchdowns. On Thursday, the Texans surpa sed 100-plus rushing yards for the first time since Week 16 of the 2021 season. Of the 156 total rushing yards, 100 came during Greens eight drives with the first- and second-team offense.There's a reason we drafted him in the first round, coach Lovie Smith He's a Paul Millsap Jersey good football player. I thought he did some good things out there, made some good plays, but he's capable of that.Green is still adjusting to NFL speed entering the regular season. One area he wants to improve on is his hand placement when it comes to pa s-blocking sets. Twice the rookie allowed pre sures up the middle on pa sing plays, thus forcing quarterback Kyle Allen to maneuver outside the pocket. Scroll to ContinueAs a run blocker, Green has shown the same level of consistency that was on display in College Station. On three different Carmelo Anthony Jersey occasions, Houston's running backs hit the hole Green opened for a first down. The first-rounder also was credited with two pancake blocks, including one leading to a 24-yard gain by running back Marlon Mack. The Texans hope that another week of practice will be enough time for Green to pick up the pace with the first-team offense come Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. Houstons expecting to still remain a run-oriented offense under the direction of new . Last season, Houston averaged a per attempt and finished with eight scores. Smith isnt looking to rush Green into the starting lineup. And while Green would love to work with the starter come Sept. 11, hell play wherever asked. I am not focused on that, Green on the offensive line. Im focusing on Jamal Murray Jersey getting better and wherever my team needs me to play. Whether that is second-string or starting, I am there. and