Tank Dell Shares the Story of How He Became ‘Tank’

The Houston Texans are shaping up to be one of the most thrilling teams to watch this 2024 NFL season, thanks to some major additions to their offense during the offseason. They made an outstanding move by acquiring star wide receiver Stefon Diggs, instantly boosting their aerial attack. On top of that, the team traded for veteran running back Joe Mixon, bringing in both skill and leadership to fortify their ground game.

While these newcomers add considerable talent, Houston’s offensive focus is still expected to revolve around their rising stars, Nico Collins and Tank Dell. Collins and Dell emerged as a standout wide receiver duo last year, showing incredible chemistry and playmaking ability. With both poised to take their game to the next level, they’re expected to play a pivotal role in the Texans’ pursuit of a playoff spot.

Tank Dell, who had an impressive rookie season cut short by injury, is now back to full strength and ready to make his mark. In a light-hearted moment before the Texans’ Week 1 game against the Indianapolis Colts, Dell shared the origins of his nickname, “Tank.” According to him, “I had a big head as a kid, and my mom started calling me ‘Tank’ because of it.”

Despite being undersized compared to many of his peers, Dell has a knack for getting open and making difficult catches, proving he’s more than capable of competing at the highest level. With a rejuvenated offense and plenty of targets coming his way, Dell has the potential to be one of the breakout stars this season, helping Houston rise as a serious contender in the AFC.