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Lamarr Houston | Defensive Lineman

Team: Oakland Raiders
Age / DOB:  (25) / 6/24/1987
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 305
College: Texas
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Coach Dennis Allen says moving LE Lamarr Houston to the 3-technique defensive tackle spot is "certainly a possibility."
Desmond Bryant held down the position last season, but he's a free agent, and the Raiders may not re-sign him. The 3-technique position is generally the pass-rushing defensive tackle spot. Houston has accumulated ten sacks in his first three seasons, while also being stout against the run. Feb 24 - 10:17 AM
Source: CSN Bay Area

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Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Raiders LE Lamarr Houston has changed agents to Drew Rosenhaus.

Houston has two years left on his rookie deal, though he may begin angling for a raise after another big season. While the 24-year-old's sacks dipped in 2011, he was a high-impact run defender and pass rusher, the latter in terms of quarterback hurries. New Raiders coach Dennis Allen figures to use more standard 4-3 principles, so Houston may play more tackle going forward.
Source: Liz Mullen on Twitter
Wed, Jan 25, 2012 01:32:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Raiders coach Hue Jackson singled out Lamarr Houston as a player he wants to see more ''flash'' from down the stretch.

"He’s done some really good things," Jackson said. "He plays consistent, plays really hard. Obviously, you want to see more flash because he has that kind of ability, but he’s been very consistent and solid for our football team. I’m looking forward to him coming on these last three weeks and playing really well."
Source: Contra Costa Times
Fri, Dec 16, 2011 12:51:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Scouts Inc.'s Matt Williamson believes Raiders LE Lamarr Houston will eventually be "one of the best defensive linemen in the league."

Per Williamson, Houston has an "immense talent level" as perhaps the best athlete at the position in the NFL. The 2010 second-rounder was excellent on run defense as a rookie, and Williamson believes the raw pass-rushing skills will improve with coaching. Houston could flirt with double-digit sacks in a breakout season.
Source: ESPN.com
Thu, May 26, 2011 08:31:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Raiders rookie LE Lamarr Houston recorded two sacks on the Cowboys' opening drive in Thursday's preseason opener.

This kid is the real deal. He was aided by tight coverage, but he still showed a nice push. Right end Matt Shaughnessy pitched in a pair of sacks as well. As mediocre as the Oakland offense looked, the defense appears to be much improved.
Related: Matt Shaughnessy
Fri, Aug 13, 2010 12:06:00 AM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Raiders second-round pick Lamarr Houston is expected to start at left defensive end this season.

Matt Shaughnessy will handle the right end spot, with Richard Seymour shifting inside alongside Tommy Kelly. Houston is built like a truck, but is more of a run stopper than pass rusher. Don't expect much in IDP leagues.
Related: Richard Seymour, Tommy Kelly, Matt Shaughnessy
Source: Oakland Tribune
Tue, Aug 10, 2010 12:02:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Rookie Lamarr Houston lined up with the first-team defense at left end Thursday, pushing Richard Seymour inside to left tackle.

The right side consists of Matt Shaughnessy at end with Tommy Kelly at tackle. Kamerion Wimbley and Trevor Scott are the outside linebackers book-ending Rolando McClain. The additions of physical rookies Houston and McClain will add a major shot in the arm to the Raiders' run defense.
Related: Richard Seymour, Matt Shaughnessy
Source: Jerry McDonald on Twitter
Thu, Jul 29, 2010 12:39:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Raiders signed rookie DE Lamarr Houston, the No. 44 overall pick, to a four-year contract.

A highly productive three-technique tackle at Texas, Houston is switching to left defensive end as the Raiders attempt to bulk up their front seven. He'll compete with Matt Shaughnessy for snaps opposite RE Richard Seymour. Shaughnessy is no slouch, but Houston projects as a superior run-stopper.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010 10:50:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Second-round pick Lamarr Houston has caught the attention of Raiders head coach Tom Cable, who labeled the rookie "relentless", as well as "a pain in the rear for the guy he's going against" during offseason workouts.

Although Houston started games in college at both defensive end as well as the interior line, the rookie out of Texas is expected to back up veteran Richard Seymour, and could eventually take over for the veteran at defensive end should Oakland fail to sign Seymour to a long-term deal.
Related: Richard Seymour
Source: San Francisco Chronicle
Sat, Jul 24, 2010 01:02:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

The Raiders will use No. 44 overall pick Lamarr Houston at defensive end.

Coach Tom Cable insisted Thursday that Oakland was staying with a 4-3 defense, but the team's offseason moves strongly indicate otherwise. At 6'2/300, Houston isn't anywhere near the build of a 4-3 edge rusher. "You’ll see the plan when we get there," Cable promised Friday night. "It’s good. You’ll like it. You will like it." So too, most likely, will opposing running backs.
Source: Oakland Tribune
Fri, Apr 23, 2010 11:51:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Raiders selected Texas DT Lamarr Houston with the No. 44 pick in the 2010 draft.

Houston led the Longhorns with 22 tackles for loss last year and posted strong Combine numbers for a 300-pounder. By selecting a prototypical three-technique tackle, the Raiders seem to be sending a sign that they're sticking with a 4-3 scheme. The Raiders are focusing on defenders that can get to the passer, and Houston fits the bill.
Fri, Apr 23, 2010 07:09:00 PM
Lamarr Houston - DL - Raiders

Texas DT Lamarr Houston posted an unofficial forty time of 4.85 at the Scouting Combine Monday.

He also had a nine-foot, six-inch broad jump, which is linebacker-esque. Houston had eight sacks and a Longhorns-best 22 tackles for loss as a senior. He'll attract mostly 4-3 teams as a three-technique/under tackle.
Mon, Mar 1, 2010 12:54:00 PM

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