31-year old Kris Brown had a huge year kicking for the Texans in 2007 and they need him to follow it up strongly.  Brown kicked in all 16 games for the Texans last season and he made 25 of 29 field goals (86.2%).  Brown also made all 40 of his extra point attempts last year.  The Texans need another huge season like that out of Brown if the offense is going to excel as they can’t afford to leave points on the field.  Brown has now played in 144 games in his NFL career and he has made 202 of 261 field goals (77.4%).  He also has made 267 of 273 extra points (97.8%) in his NFL career.

PROJECTED GRADE FOR THE 2008 SEASON:  B-