The Houston Texans have finalized their 53-man roster for the 2025 season, featuring a mix of returning starters, offseason additions, and rookies. Quarterback C.J. Stroud leads the offense in his second year, while veterans like Dalton Schultz and Derek Stingley Jr. anchor their positions. Several players begin the year on reserve lists, but the roster sets the foundation as Houston prepares for its season opener.

Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. earned the No. 18 spot on the NFL Top 100 following a standout 2024 season. In 17 games, he recorded 54 tackles, 18 passes defensed, and 5 interceptions. Stingley’s lockdown coverage, highlighted by a dominant Wild Card playoff performance, establishes him as one of the league’s top defensive backs and a key piece of Houston’s young roster.

The Houston Texans announced that running back Joe Mixon will not be activated by Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline, making him ineligible to play for at least the next four games due to an ankle injury. Mixon, who joined Houston last offseason, played in 14 games in 2024, recording 245 carries for 1,016 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, 281 total touches, and 1,325 yards from scrimmage, earning a Pro Bowl selection. The Texans’ current RB room includes Nick Chubb, Dameon Pierce, Dare Ogunbowale, Woody M

Texans’ 53-man projection: new IR rules, tough calls on Mixon & Pierce, and a “best players first” approach shaping the final roster.

Texans starters impressed vs Panthers. Stroud threw a TD to Nico, Chubb ran strong, OL held firm, and the defense swarmed with early stops.

Danielle Hunter lands at No. 25 in the NFL Top 100 after a dominant season with Houston, proving why teammates call him a true game wrecker.

Texans sign veteran LS Blake Ferguson, waive TE Tre’ McKitty. Rookie Austin Brinkman still in mix as competition continues at LS.