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Minnesota has been searching far and wide for its ideal starting offensive line combination. It might've found the answer on Friday night against Nebraska.

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / October 7

Aireontae Ersery's Week 5 masterclass proved he’s built for the job

Tasked with stepping into the spot once held by All-Pro left tackle Laremy Tunsil, rookie Aireontae Ersery's performance in Week 5 showcased a potential piece for the now, and future in Houston.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 22

Texans Rookie Reflects on Brutal Performance vs. Jaguars

Among those for the Houston Texans who had a longer day than most during their Week 3 loss vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars was second-round rookie and starting left tackle Aireontae Ersery.

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 13

Texans Rookie Opens Up on Disappointing NFL Debut

The Houston Texans' offense didn't have the best season opener in Week 1 vs. the Los Angeles Rams. The same could be said for Texans rookie tackle Aireontae Ersery, who started his first NFL game on the road on the right side of Houston's new-look offensive line, and things didn't quite go as planned.

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The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run

The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 1

Texans Rookie Quickly Making Strong First Impression

Over the course of their offseason work, the Houston Texans made some drastic changes on their offensive line to ensure that their quarterback C.J. Stroud could have a cleaner, more successful year of protection after a 2024 filled with disarray upfront.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / August 13

NFL Network Analyst Impressed by Texans Rookie OT Aireontae Ersery's Debut

As the Houston Texans work to find an answer to the offensive line woes that plagued them last season, rookie offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery made a big impression during his NFL debut.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / August 9

Texans Promising Rookie Impresses in Preseason Debut Against Vikings

The first preseason contest of the year always brings the top rookies on the roster. Not all of the top picks for the Houston Texans were involved in the season opener against the Minnesota Vikings, but those who were impressed.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 8

Texans’ Success Could Hinge on One Pivotal Rookie

Heading into the Houston Texans' 2025 season, they're set to have multiple notable rookies in the fold picked up from April's draft, even without utilizing

Houston Texans News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / August 5

Former Gophers star tackle Aireontae Ersery listed as starter on first Texans depth chart

The Texans made Aireontae Ersery the first of three Gophers selected at this year's draft when they called his name with the No. 48 overall pick this past April and he appears to have settled in nicely in Houston, where he is listed as the team's starting right tackle in its first depth chart.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Texans Sign Final Piece from 2025 Draft Class Ahead of Training Camp

The Houston Texans have signed their final piece from the 2025 Draft class ahead of the start of training camp, signing second-round offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery to a deal worth $9.2 million.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

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USC Trojans News / Pro Football Rumors / July 19

Texans complete rookie deals

A deal has been worked out with each member of the Texans’ draft class. Second-round offensive linemen Aireontae Ersery agreed to terms with Houston on Saturday.

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Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / July 19

Texans agree to deal with rookie OT Aireontae Ersery

After signing one of their top rookies -- second-round wide receiver Jayden Higgins -- to a fully guaranteed deal earlier this week, the Houston Texans reportedly agreed to terms with another Day 2 pick Saturday.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 19

Texans Sign Second-Round OT Aireontae Ersery

The Houston Texans have signed second-round OT Aireontae Ersery to a rookie contract, per Aaron Wilson. The Texans have officially signed their entire 2025 draft class with this move: Ersery, 6-6 and 330 pounds, was a three-year starter at left tackle for Minnesota.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 19

Rams sign second-round TE Terrance Ferguson, complete draft pick signings

The Rams are signing No. 46 pick Terrance Ferguson to a four-year, $9.71MM rookie contract, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Like virtually every 2025 second-rounder, the rookie tight end will set a record for guaranteed money for his draft slot.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / June 20

Houston Texans Rookie Lands Comparison to Former Franchise Star

During this year's NFL Draft, the Houston Texans made one significant addition into their offensive trenches with their selection of Minnesota tackle Aireontae Ersery in the second round, the team's 48th-overall pick, and a towering 6-foot-6, 330-plus pounder who could have the chance to become this team's long-term left tackle for years to come.

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / June 2

Texans sign all but one 2025 draft pick to rookie contract

The Houston Texans have signed all but one of their 2025 NFL Draft picks to rookie contracts, with only second-round offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery yet to agree to terms as the team prepares for training camp.

Texans Reveal Future Plans for Rookie OT Ersery

The Houston Texans traded up in the 2025 NFL Draft to select Minnesota offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery with the 48th pick. The selection came 14 picks after Houston’s other second round pick — where it took WR Jayden Higgins from Iowa State.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 24

Texans to keep rookie Aireontae Ersery at OT

The Texans are planning to keep second-round pick Aireontae Ersery at offensive tackle to begin his NFL career, though he may not earn a starting job right away.

Texans Planning To Keep Second-Round OL Aireontae Ersery At Tackle

The Texans grabbed OL Aireontae Ersery in the second round of the draft in an offseason where they have revamped their offensive line group. Before rookie

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 25

Texans move up in second round to draft offensive tackle

Moving back up the board after its significant drop on Day 1, Houston will send Las Vegas Nos. 58 and 99 for 48, which they used on Minnesota offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery.

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Five burning questions entering Day 2: Where does Sanders land?

Five burning questions entering Day 2 of NFL Draft: Where does Shedeur Sanders land?

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College Football News / Total Apex Sports / April 21

Minnesota OT Aireonate Ersery Completes 2025 NFL Draft Visits

Aireontae Ersery’s path to the NFL is far from typical. The towering offensive tackle didn’t even start playing football until his junior year of high school.

College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 24

Minnesota OT Aireontae Ersery Scheduled For Nine ’30’ Visits

According to Cameron Wolfe, Minnesota OT Aireontae Ersery has a total of nine official 30 visits scheduled ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. Wolfe says Ersery is visiting the Jets today and has finished visits with the Chiefs and Saints.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 1

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Texas WR Matthew Golden shows why he should be a first-rounder

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Aireontae Ersery 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Minnesota Golden Gophers OT

Height: 6060 (unofficial) Weight: 330 (unofficial) Year: Redshirt Senior Pro Comparison: Kingsley Suamataia Minnesota Golden Gophers offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery boasts an impressive athletic profile in a prototypical frame for playing the position at the NFL level.

Minnesota Golden Gophers News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / May 7, 2024

Could OT Aireontae Ersery be the next Gophers player drafted to the NFL?

Gophers starting left tackle Aireontae Ersery is the highest-graded (84.0) returning left tackle in the country according to Pro Football Focus (PFF). Ersery is entering his fifth season with the Gophers' program.