DeMeco Ryans took notice of Derek Stingley Jr. during the scouting process as the former LSU consensus All-American blazed a trail to the third overall pick of the draft.
Stingley Jr. displayed speed, explosiveness and technique, prompting Texans general manager Nick Caserio to draft him in the first round.
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