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The Houston Texans are gearing up for the beginning of their offseason program later this week. Third-year coach DeMeco Ryans will meet with his team and welcome in the new faces, hoping to build the same chemistry after securing back-to-back AFC South division titles.
General manager Nick Caserio took some big swings during free agency, especially when it came to overhauling the offensive line. The Texans traded five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil to the Washington Commanders in exchange for four future draft picks. They also released veteran Shaq Mason and shipped former first-round bust Kenyon Green off to Philadelphia in exchange for defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson. In their place, Houston inked short-term deal with Cam Robinson and Laken Tomlinson before trading for Ed Ingram from the Minnesota Vikings.
The work is far from done. There are still some roster holes that need to be filled heading into the 2025 NFL draft.
With the slew of new names entering the fold — from signings to cuts to trades — the roster looks a little different this year. Here’s a look at where the Texans roster stands as they kick off their 2025 offseason program.
Mills returns as Stroud's backup. Expect the Texans to add a fourth-string behind practice squad player Kedon Slovis following the draft for training camp purposes.
It's the Mixon show for another year. Houston could be interested in targeting a Day 3 running back for the long haul since Pierce, Taylor and Ogunbowale will all be free agents after the season.
FB1: Jakob Johnson
FB2: British Brooks
Johnson has special teams experience and a previous relationship with new Texans offensive coordinator Nick Caley. There is a legitimate chance for him to make the final 53-man roster.
With Dell missing most of the season, Houston needs at least one target in the draft to take pressure off Stroud. Kirk joining the fold should serve as the No. 2 option over the departed Stefon Diggs.
There's a chance for Jordan and Stover to pass up Schultz after a down season, but all three should be on the active roster. It wouldn't be surprising to see Houston take a flyer on one of the later-round tight ends for depth purposes.
Robinson might be the best fit for left tackle entering the draft, but Houston best be walking out of the first three rounds with at least two potential starters. Look for a new left guard, tackle and potential center to come during the seven rounds next month to be at training camp in August.
Maybe the Texans shore up the interior pass rush with an early-round pick, but they're set on the edge for years to come with nine different options, including three backups who could start for most teams.
Houston added another linebacker with the arrival of Speed, but they need a long-term plan as Harris enters a contract year. Al-Shaair and To'oTo'o should be good through 2026, while Niemann is taking over for Neville Hewitt as the star special teams player.
After getting paid $90 million, Stingley is locked in for the long haul as Houston's top defensive player. If Lassiter and Pire improve off promising 2024 campaigns, the Texans might have the best defense in the league.
S1: C.J. Gardner-Johnson
S2: Calen Bullock
Dime: Jimmie Ward
S4: Russ Yeast
ST: M.J. Stewart
Landing a talent in Gardner-Johnson to shore up the back end of the defense could be a game-changer in the playoffs. He's exactly the type of player that was missing once Pitre went out with a chest injury.
For the first time in 15 years, someone else besides Jon Weeks will be snapping a football. It truly is the end of an era.
This article originally appeared on Texans Wire: Houston Texans offseason program: Updated 2025 roster
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General manager Nick Caserio took some big swings during free agency, especially when it came to overhauling the offensive line. The Texans traded five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil to the Washington Commanders in exchange for four future draft picks. They also released veteran Shaq Mason and shipped former first-round bust Kenyon Green off to Philadelphia in exchange for defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson. In their place, Houston inked short-term deal with Cam Robinson and Laken Tomlinson before trading for Ed Ingram from the Minnesota Vikings.
The work is far from done. There are still some roster holes that need to be filled heading into the 2025 NFL draft.
With the slew of new names entering the fold — from signings to cuts to trades — the roster looks a little different this year. Here’s a look at where the Texans roster stands as they kick off their 2025 offseason program.
Quarterback (2)
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- QB1: C.J. Stroud
- QB2: Davis Mills
Mills returns as Stroud's backup. Expect the Texans to add a fourth-string behind practice squad player Kedon Slovis following the draft for training camp purposes.
Running back (4)
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- RB1: Joe Mixon
- RB2: Dameon Pierce
- RB3: Dare Ogunbowale
- RB4: J.J. Taylor
It's the Mixon show for another year. Houston could be interested in targeting a Day 3 running back for the long haul since Pierce, Taylor and Ogunbowale will all be free agents after the season.
Fullback (2)
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FB1: Jakob Johnson
FB2: British Brooks
Johnson has special teams experience and a previous relationship with new Texans offensive coordinator Nick Caley. There is a legitimate chance for him to make the final 53-man roster.
Wide receiver (10)
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- WR1: Nico Collins
- WR2: Christian Kirk
- WR3: John Metchie III
- WR4: Justin Watson
- WR5: Xavier Hutchinson
- WR6: Jared Wayne
- WR7: Xavier Johnson
- WR8: Johnny Johnson III
- ST: Braxton Berrios
- Injured Reserve: Tank Dell
With Dell missing most of the season, Houston needs at least one target in the draft to take pressure off Stroud. Kirk joining the fold should serve as the No. 2 option over the departed Stefon Diggs.
Tight end (3)
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- TE1: Dalton Schultz
- TE2: Brevin Jordan
- TE3: Cade Stover
There's a chance for Jordan and Stover to pass up Schultz after a down season, but all three should be on the active roster. It wouldn't be surprising to see Houston take a flyer on one of the later-round tight ends for depth purposes.
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Offensive Line (15)
- LT: Tytus Howard, Trent Brown, Austin Deculus
- LG: Laken Tomlinson, Nick Broeker, LaDarius Henderson
- C: Jarrett Patterson, Juice Scruggs, Jerome Carvin
- RG: Tytus Howard, Ed Ingram, Tremayne Anchrum Jr.
- RT: Blake Fisher, Zach Thomas, Jaylon Thomas
Robinson might be the best fit for left tackle entering the draft, but Houston best be walking out of the first three rounds with at least two potential starters. Look for a new left guard, tackle and potential center to come during the seven rounds next month to be at training camp in August.
Defensive line (15)
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- DE: Will Anderson Jr., Darrell Taylor, Dylan Horton, Casey Toolhill
- DT: Sheldon Rankins, Mario Edwards Jr., Jayden Peevy
- DT: Tim Settle, Kurt Hinish, Tommy Togiai
- DE: Danielle Hunter, Denico Autry, Derek Barnett, Solomon Byrd, Kingsley Jonathan
Maybe the Texans shore up the interior pass rush with an early-round pick, but they're set on the edge for years to come with nine different options, including three backups who could start for most teams.
Linebacker (7)
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- LB1: Azeez Al-Shaair, Jamal Hill
- LB2: Christian Harris, Jake Hansen
- LB3: Henry To'oTo'o, E.J. Speed
- ST: Nick Niemann
Houston added another linebacker with the arrival of Speed, but they need a long-term plan as Harris enters a contract year. Al-Shaair and To'oTo'o should be good through 2026, while Niemann is taking over for Neville Hewitt as the star special teams player.
Cornerback (6)
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- CB1: Derek Stingley Jr.
- CB2: Kamari Lassiter
- Slot: Jalen Pitre
- CB4: Ronald Darby
- ST: Tremon Smith
- Depth: D'Angelo Ross
After getting paid $90 million, Stingley is locked in for the long haul as Houston's top defensive player. If Lassiter and Pire improve off promising 2024 campaigns, the Texans might have the best defense in the league.
Safety (5)
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S1: C.J. Gardner-Johnson
S2: Calen Bullock
Dime: Jimmie Ward
S4: Russ Yeast
ST: M.J. Stewart
Landing a talent in Gardner-Johnson to shore up the back end of the defense could be a game-changer in the playoffs. He's exactly the type of player that was missing once Pitre went out with a chest injury.
Special teams (3)
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- K: Ka'imi Fairbairn
- P: Tommy Townsend
- LS: Tucker Addington
For the first time in 15 years, someone else besides Jon Weeks will be snapping a football. It truly is the end of an era.
This article originally appeared on Texans Wire: Houston Texans offseason program: Updated 2025 roster
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