[Speculation] Should the Texans Make a Trade for an Experienced (and Light) DE?

[Keith]

Not sure I want to start a new thread on a speculated trade of my own creation, but if the Texans wanted an instant impact DE on the smaller side, maybe they could consider giving the Packers a call about Aaron Kampman.

The Packers just hired Dom Capers (yes, him) as their DC, and the team will be using the 3-4 much more now. Sorta makes Kampman an odd fit since his effectiveness as an OLB in that scheme is unknown.

Kampman (6'4" 265) was a 5th round pick in 2002, and he was a Pro Bowler in 2006 and 2007, registering 27.5 sacks. Last year, he had 9.5 sacks through the first three months of the season and threw up a 0 in December.

He is signed through 2009 and turns 30 this November. From what I know of him though, he seems like a decent fellow and someone who could be lethal opposite Mario for the next couple years.

Anyway, seems like if the Packers were ever going to trade him, now might be that time. I wonder if he'd be worth a 2nd, which is what I would guess the asking price would be, at least, in spite of his age and contract. Might be interesting to consider trading a f-tagged Dunta Robinson for him if you're someone comfortable with Bennett, Reeves, and Molden (and maybe a rookie?) under the new coaching regime on defense.