Texans 2024 off-season

The Houston Texans experienced a remarkable turnaround in the 2023-2024 NFL season. The Texans exceeded expectations, finishing the regular season with a 10-7 record and clinching the AFC South title. The decisive 45-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns in the Wild Card round proved that the Texans have turned a corner, despite being eliminated by the Baltimore Ravens in the divisional round the following week.

The Texans aim to do more than just return to the playoffs; they are striving to establish themselves as serious Super Bowl contenders in the 2024 season.

If you missed any of the content produced by Texans 22, here is a summary of the biggest moves the Houston Texans have made, along with our detailed breakdowns.

Major Additions

Danielle Hunter: The Texans signed the standout edge rusher from the Minnesota Vikings to a two-year deal worth $48 million, aiming to bolster their pass rush​.
Joe Mixon: The team added the former Bengals running back, expecting him to play a crucial role in their offensive backfield​.

Denico Autry: The defensive lineman joined the Texans to add depth and experience to their defensive front.

Azeez Al-Shaair: The linebacker was signed to a three-year, $34 million deal, bringing versatility and reliability to the linebacking corps​.

Jeff Okudah, Mike Ford, and Lonnie Johnson: These cornerbacks were signed to enhance the secondary, addressing a key area of need for the Texans​.

Exclusive interview: We sat down with Lonnie Johnson, Jr. and talked to him about what he has learned since he left Houston.

Re-signings:

Dalton Schultz: The tight end re-signed with the Texans on a three-year contract worth $36 million, securing a reliable target for quarterback C.J. Stroud​.

The Houston Texans had a dynamic 2024 NFL Draft, making strategic picks to bolster their roster. We discussed our overall draft thoughts with Sean Pendergast.

Draft Picks

Kamari Lassiter (CB, Georgia) - Drafted in the second round, Lassiter is a versatile cornerback known for his solid technique and ability to play both inside and outside. He brings discipline and physicality to the Texans' secondary.

Blake Fisher (OT, Notre Dame) - Another second-round pick, Fisher is seen as a developmental tackle with potential to become a starter in the future. While he might not have an immediate impact in 2024, he adds depth to the offensive line​.

Calen Bullock (DB, USC) - Selected in the third round, Bullock is a promising safety with good ball skills and range, though he needs to improve his tackling consistency. He is expected to provide depth and eventually compete for a starting spot.

Cade Stover (TE, Ohio State) - In the fourth round, the Texans picked Stover, a reliable pass-catching tight end who has strong chemistry with QB C.J. Stroud from their college days. He is expected to contribute significantly in the passing game.

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1. Jamal Hill (LB, Oregon) - Drafted in the sixth round, Hill is a former safety turned linebacker. He brings versatility and is likely to play a key role on special teams initially​.
2. Jawhar Jordan (RB, Louisville) - Also a sixth-round pick, Jordan is a change-of-pace running back known for his big-play ability, complementing the Texans' backfield​.
3. Solomon Byrd (EDGE, USC) - In the later rounds, Byrd was picked for his pass-rushing potential. Learning from Will Anderson Jr., and Danielle Hunter he could develop into a significant defensive asset​
4. Marcus Harris (DT, Arkansas) - Harris is a stout run defender who can compete for snaps on early downs, providing depth to the defensive line​.
5. LaDarius Henderson (OG, Michigan) - The Texans concluded their draft with Henderson, an offensive guard who showed promise early in his college career. He adds depth to the offensive line​.

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