Texans Get Praise for Critical Pass Rusher Move

The Houston Texans had a strong 12-5 season in 2025, and while that record would have landed them at No. 1 in their division in other divisions, in the AFC South, they came in at No. 2 just behind the Jags.

So, how are their offseason moves shaping up?

In a piece published on Wednesday, May 27, Mike Sando of The Athletic names his favorite moves for each NFL franchise during the league’s offseason. “With most major NFL offseason moves complete, it’s a good time to single out a favorite move for each team,” he says in the feature. “This exercise is always easier for some teams than for others, so some of these ‘favorites’ are relative to what’s available.”

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For the Texans, he loves their extension of pass rusher Danielle Hunter for the short term.

“Hunter had 15 sacks last season and should remain productive into the future, but he'll turn 32 in October, so age could be a consideration,” he notes in the piece. “The Texans extended him on a one-year deal through 2027, fitting their short-term aspirations without locking them into anything that affects an already complicated financial future.”

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This was really a great move for the franchise, because it gives them the pass rusher help that they need going into 2026 without creating a financial burden down the road. They could even extend him more, but now, they have the flexibility to do what’s right in the moment once that decision rolls around.

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This story was originally published June 2, 2026 at 10:31 AM.