Tomlinson struggled with 1.5 sacks and five pressures in pass protection, hindering Stroud’s mobility and forcing plays out of the pocket. His performance feeds into Houston’s need for line stability to unlock the offense.

Tomlinson was victim of interior mismatch most of the night as Vita Vea asserted inside pressure. His performance is a blemish on a unit trying to stabilize the run and pass protection.

Tomlinson slots in as the veteran guard in a reshaped interior, pairing with Andrews and Ingram to anchor run and pass protection. His presence supports Ersery and the line’s overall grit, shaping a more stable pocket for Stroud and cleaner creases for the run game.

Laken Tomlinson, the newly signed guard for the Houston Texans, is optimistic about the offensive line's prospects for the upcoming season, aiming to transform it into a strength after a disappointing year.

The addition of Laken Tomlinson enhances the Texans' offensive line, providing much-needed protection for C.J. Stroud.