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Updated Texans 53-Man Roster Prediction After First Week of Training Camp

The Houston Texans are a week-deep into training camp. And after a few live practices, three of them in full pads, and a major addition of Jadeveon Clowney all taking place, it's safe to say that the projected 53-man roster has shifted just a tad from when the team first got back on the field.

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Jets Claiming DT Junior Tafuna Off Waivers From Texans

Per Zack Rosenblatt, the Jets are claiming DT Junior Hafuna off waivers from the Texans. In a corresponding move, the Jets are waiving DT Patrick Jenkins.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 6

What Henry To'oTo'o's Extension Means for Future of Texans' LB Room

The Houston Texans inked another extension for a starter on their defensive side of the ball on Thursday, agreeing to a new two-year, $16 million deal with linebacker Henry To'oTo'o that keeps him on the roster through the 2028 season.

Henry To'o To'o News / Field Level Media / August 6

Report: Texans, LB Henry To'oTo'o agree to extension

The Houston Texans and linebacker Henry To'oTo'o are in agreement on a two-year, $16 million contract extension, NFL Network reported Thursday. A fifth-round draft pick out of Alabama in 2023, To'oTo'o is entering the final season of his four-year, $4.08 million rookie deal.

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Texans Agree to 2-Year Extension With LB Henry To'oTo'o: What It Means

The Houston Texans have handed out another extension to one of their key defensive pieces. This time, it's linebacker Henry To'oTo'o getting a payday. According to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, the Texans and To'oTo'o have agreed to a two-year, $16 million extension that runs through the 2028 season.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

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Jadeveon Clowney News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 6

Texans give out $16 million contract extension after bringing back Jadeveon Clowney

The Houston Texans had one of the best defenses in the league last season, and they’re only looking to make it better this season. After signing Jadeveon Clowney a few days ago, they’ve given Henry To’oTo’o a contract extension, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network.

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / August 6

Texans, Henry To’oTo’o Agree To Extension

The Texans have worked out another deal with a key member of their defense. Linebacker Henry To’oTo’o has agreed to a two-year extension, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.

Dare Ogunbowale News / Field Level Media / August 6

Raiders sign former Texans RB Dare Ogunbowale

The Las Vegas Raiders announced the signing of veteran running back Dare Ogunbowale on Thursday. Terms were not disclosed. Ogunbowale, 32, played the past four seasons with the Houston Texans, mostly on third downs and special teams.

Dare Ogunbowale News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 6

Raiders Sign RB Dare Ogunbowale

The Las Vegas Raiders announced they have signed RB Dare Ogunbowale to a contract. Ogunbowale, 32, wound up signing a three-year, $1.66 million contract with the Texans as an undrafted free agent out of Wisconsin back in 2017.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 6

Why Texans' RB Competition Just Got Much More Interesting

The Houston Texans have been faced with a few position battles over the course of their first week of training camp. The offensive line, their linebacker group, and even their punter spot have seen roles up for grabs in the past few weeks.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 6

One Texans Undrafted Rookie is Turning Heads at Training Camp

The Houston Texans' 53-man roster is projecting to be a tough one to crack for undrafted rookies brought in this offseason trying to stake their claim in the league.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / August 6

NFL insider expands on how Texans' C.J. Stroud has responded to contract situation

The Texans have been hesitant to make a financial commitment to Stroud.

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Tank Dell practices with Texans for first time since '24

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Why Texans QB CJ Stroud is Mina Kimes’ buy-low favorite

People may be undervaluing and overlooking Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud, but not NFL analyst Mina Kimes of ESPN. Talking to Bill Simmons of The Ringer recently, Mina Kimes said she’s still on the Stroud train, even as many have cooled on the former Ohio State Buckeyes star quarterback.

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Jadeveon Clowney explains why he chose to make Texans comeback

The Houston Texans reunited with pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney in NFL free agency recently. The veteran defender had lingered on the open market without a team for a while.

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Texans Could Be Eyeing Change at Punter After Latest Workout

The Houston Texans are bringing in a punter in their latest batch of free agent workouts. And as a result, it could be hinting that the Texans are searching for additional competition in their ongoing position battle.

Jack Browning News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5

Texans Working Out P Jack Browning & K Chris Freeman

The Houston Texans are hosting P Jack Browning for a workout on Thursday, according to Aaron Wilson. Browning worked out for the Cardinals last month but walked away without a deal.

Tank Dell News / Field Level Media / August 5

Tank Dell practices with Texans for first time since '24

Tank Dell was on the field for a padded practice with the Houston Texans on Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity. The significance was not lost on head coach DeMeco Ryans, who hadn't had Dell available for a team practice since his devastating knee injury on Dec.

British Brooks News / Houston Texans on SI / August 5

Texans RB Suffers Hand Injury at Training Camp, Out Multiple Weeks

The Houston Texans' running back will be down a man throughout the next few weeks. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson, Texans running back British Brooks broke his hand in training camp practice.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 5

Texans Rookie Report: Who Is Rising (and Falling) on the Depth Chart?

The Houston Texans are now a week deep into training camp. And within the practices they've taken part in so far, we've gotten a look at the team's eight incoming draft picks who are trying to boost their stock heading into the season.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / August 5

Jadeveon Clowney reveals main reason he returned to Texans

Clowney revealed why he left some money on the table to rejoin the Texans.

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Keylan Rutledge News / Pro Football Rumors / August 3

Keylan Rutledge Favorite For Texans’ Center Job

The Texans’ latest round of offensive line tinkering included multiple key free agency additions — Braden Smith, Wyatt Teller — but the team’s most notable offseason investment up front came via the draft.

C.J. Stroud News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Texans QB C.J. Stroud Ready to Put ‘Best Foot Forward’

It can be argued that no NFL player is under more pressure to succeed in 2026 than Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud. The 2023 Offensive Rookie of the Year doesn’t need to be an MVP to help his team reach the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history.

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