The Houston Texans have found their way to another external signing in the first few days of free agency, this time to bolster the offensive side of the ball.
The Houston Texans entered the offseason with a bad taste in their mouth. Their defense in 2025 was historically great, yet quarterback CJ Stroud and the offense struggled when it mattered most.
The Houston Texans appeared to have some interest in one particular free agent linebacker before he returned to the Detroit Lions. According to KPRC2's
Through the first couple of days that the NFL's legal tampering period has been opened, the Houston Texans have done a strong job of not only retaining internal talent on their roster, but also bringing in a couple of starting-level upgrades on both sides of the ball.
Contrary to the popular belief, free agency isn't all about making huge splashy moves; it also requires fleshing out the far less glamorous areas of the roster.
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
After two days of NFL free agency, the Houston Texans have been busy in refining their roster for next season with both internal re-signings and external additions, setting up for an exciting group rolling into the 2026 campaign.
The Houston Texans had apparent mutual interest in one of the top offensive linemen to hit the market this offseason. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson,
Tommy Townsend is heading to Tennessee. The free agent punter has agreed to a deal with the Titans, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. It’s a two-year deal for the punter worth up to $6MM, per Schefter.
The Houston Texans continue strengthening their defensive front heading into the 2026 NFL season. Houston has signed former Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end Logan Hall, a former second-round draft pick who now returns to his hometown to join the Texans.
Following a standout collegiate career with the Cougars, Logan Hall is heading back to Houston. The free agent defensive end is joining the Texans, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
RODEOHOUSTON is one of the most iconic rodeos in the world, set inside NRG Stadium. The retractable-roof, multi-purpose stadium is home to the National Football League's Houston Texans, and has also hosted many of the United States men's national soccer team's matches.
The Houston Texans are making nine-year veteran Ka'imi Fairbairn the NFL's highest-paid kicker with a two-year, $13 million contract extension, according to multiple reports on Tuesday.
The Houston Texans have three potential starting vacancies remaining on the offensive line after re-signing right guard Ed Ingram to a three-year, $37.5 million contract.
Free agent offensive tackle Braden Smith reached agreement with the Houston Texans on a two-year, $25 million contract that includes $13.5 million fully guaranteed, his agent told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Tuesday afternoon has brought about more in the way of kicker news. The Texans have worked out a new deal with Kaʻimi Fairbairn. Fairbairn has agreed to two-year, $13MM extension, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.
Reed Blankenship is heading to Houston, and the Texans deserve more credit for this one. ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news on Monday: Blankenship, the former Philadelphia Eagles safety, has agreed to a three-year, $24.75 million deal, with $16.5 million guaranteed, to join the Houston Texans.
HOUSTON — The Houston Texans didn’t just rebuild over the last two years; they arrived. Finishing the 2025 campaign with an impressive 12-5 record, Houston proved it belongs in the AFC heavyweight division.
The Houston Texans are retaining defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins on a two-year deal, according to multiple reports Monday. The new contract for the former first-round pick includes $12 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network.
HOUSTON — The Houston Texans are no longer a cute rebuilding project. They are a certified AFC heavyweight. After a staggering 12-5 finish in the 2025 season and a bitter Divisional Round exit against the New England Patriots, DeMeco Ryans and Nick Caserio know the grace period is over.
Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Texans are re-signing DL Naquan Jones to a one-year contract worth $2 million. According to Pelissero, Jones can earn up to $2.5 million in 2026 with incentives.
Azeez Al-Shaair‘s reunion with DeMeco Ryans has helped the Texans become one of the NFL’s best defenses. Leading the way in EPA per play last season, Houston has a Will Anderson Jr. extension on the radar.
The Houston Texans have signed five-time Pro Bowl defensive end Danielle Hunter to a one-year, $40.1 million fully guaranteed contract extension, every dollar secured from day one.
Aaron Wilson reports that the Texans are re-signing LB E.J. Speed to a two-year, $13 million deal. Wilson adds that the contract includes a $4 million signing bonus and $7.5 million in guaranteed money. Speed, 30, was selected in the fifth round of the 2019 draft by the Colts.
Adam Schefter reports the Texans have released veteran RB Joe Mixon on Friday. According to OverTheCap, releasing Mixon will free up $8 million of cap space and create $2 million of dead money.
The Houston Texans are wasting no time making a major move ahead of the new NFL year. Could another big move be coming? Houston has agreed to a one-year,
Montgomery, 28, was second on the 2025 Lions with 158 carries, 716 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on the ground. He also contributed 24 receptions for 192 yards.