Texans Add Tight End Foster Moreau, Bringing Experience and Blocking Help to Houston’s TE Room

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The Houston Texans are continuing to add depth as free agency unfolds, reportedly signing tight end Foster Moreau, formerly of the New Orleans Saints, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

Moreau spent the last three seasons in New Orleans after beginning his career with the Las Vegas Raiders. The move gives Houston another experienced body in a tight end room that already includes Dalton Schultz, Cade Stover, Brevin Jordan, and Luke Lachey.

But beyond simple depth, the signing may reveal something about how the Texans want to shape the position group under offensive coordinator Nick Caley.

Familiarity With the Offensive System

One intriguing aspect of Moreau’s signing is his prior experience in a system connected to Houston’s current offensive structure.

In 2022, Moreau played under Josh McDaniels with the Raiders. McDaniels’ offensive system shares philosophical roots with the scheme Caley comes from, stemming from the same coaching tree.

Caley himself spent years in New England and Los Angeles working with tight ends before arriving in Houston, meaning the role Moreau played in Las Vegas could translate smoothly to what Houston wants from the position.

That familiarity could make him an immediate contributor, particularly in the blocking and inline tight end roles.

A Look at Houston’s Tight End Room

The Texans’ tight end group now looks deeper but also more competitive.

Dalton Schultz remains the clear leader of the room after recently signing a one-year extension that keeps him under contract through the 2027 season. Schultz has served as Houston’s most reliable receiving tight end and a security blanket for quarterback C.J. Stroud.

Behind him, the situation becomes more fluid.

Cade Stover, a fourth-round pick out of Ohio State in 2024, enters his third season after a somewhat uneven sophomore campaign. Injuries limited his impact last year after a rookie season where he was often asked to play fullback because of injuries elsewhere on the roster.

Brevin Jordan returns as well, though his availability remains a question. Jordan is coming back from his second ACL tear in consecutive seasons, making his future role uncertain. When healthy, he has provided a different skillset as a speed-oriented move tight end.

Houston also has Luke Lachey, a seventh-round pick from Iowa who spent last season on the practice squad. Lachey was viewed as a developmental prospect coming out of college and still offers upside if he can grow into the system. He played for his new tight end coach James Ferentz's father Kirk Ferentz at Iowa.

Adding Moreau gives the Texans another player capable of contributing immediately, particularly in areas where many fans felt the team needed improvement.

Addressing Blocking at Tight End

One consistent discussion among Texans fans and analysts has been the need for stronger blocking from the tight end position.

While Schultz brings value as a receiver, Houston has lacked consistent physical presence from the group in the run game and on the edge in pass protection.

Moreau’s profile fits that need.

At 6-foot-4 and more than 250 pounds, he has built his career as a reliable inline tight end capable of both blocking and contributing in the passing game when needed.

Adding a player with that skillset could help Houston’s offensive structure, especially as the team continues reshaping the offensive line and running game.

What It Means for Cade Stover

With Moreau entering the picture, one player who may feel the most pressure is Cade Stover.

Stover’s rookie season showed flashes, but his second year failed to build the momentum many expected. Injuries and inconsistent usage made it difficult for him to find a clear role.

If the Texans prioritize more traditional inline tight end play, Moreau could compete directly with Stover for snaps.

Meanwhile, Jordan occupies more of a hybrid receiving role, making his position somewhat distinct within the room.

Because of that dynamic, Stover may now face the most direct competition for roster security and playing time as Houston evaluates the position heading into training camp.

Does This Affect the Draft?

Despite adding Moreau, the move may not necessarily take tight end off Houston’s draft board.

In fact, the opposite could be true.

This year’s draft class features several well-rounded tight ends capable of both blocking and receiving, which fits what the Texans appear to be seeking in their offensive system.

Moreau provides insurance and depth, but the Texans could still look to add a long-term option who fits Caley’s vision for the offense.