The Houston Texans are seen as a rising force in the NFL after exceeding almost everyone’s expectations during the 2023 season.
They went 10-7 and advanced to the divisional round of the playoffs.
That was prior to their acquisition of four-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher Danielle Hunter and star running back Joe Mixon, two players who ought to make them even more potent
They apparently took another step on Thursday, as reported by Jeremy Fowler, announcing their intention to sign cornerbackHenderson was selected as the ninth overall choice in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Although he hasn’t performed up to par since, maybe working under DeMeco Ryans, a talented rookie head coach, can help him.
Henderson finished 2023 with three tackles for loss, two passes defended, and one sack while playing for the awful Carolina Panthers in 12 games.
The Texans appear to be locked up offensively: Mixon will provide them with a reliable threat in the backfield, wide receivers Tank Dell and Nico Collins are outstanding, and quarterback C.J. Stroud had an amazing rookie campaign.
But if they want to advance in 2024, they need to strengthen their defense.
Thus far in free agency, they have concentrated on strengthening the defense of their front seven, but despite their youth and clear growth, they are still way ahead of plan.
Even if the Texans take a slight step back this coming season, their future is still very bright, as they have a young core that is already the envy of the rest of the NFL.
