The Houston Texans are in the process of finalizing their 53-man roster for the upcoming 2026 NFL season, with the deadline for cuts set for 5 p.m. CT on Sunday. Currently, the team has made 10 cuts, leaving them with 80 players as they approach the final roster decisions.
As the deadline nears, several players are on the roster bubble, and their futures with the team remain uncertain. Among those to watch are running back Noah Whittington, who has shown promise during training camp but faces competition as the Texans' running back group returns to health with the return of Jawhar Jordan and British Brooks.
Wide receiver Justin Watson, who spent much of last season recovering from an Achilles injury, is also vying for a spot. His chances may be impacted by the depth of the receiving corps, especially following Jayden Higgins' injury. Similarly, third-year wideout Jared Wayne has performed well in camp but will need to compete against other strong candidates like Lewis Bond and Sterling Shepard.
Tight end Brevin Jordan's journey back from consecutive season-ending knee injuries has been notable, but lingering injuries this preseason may hinder his chances of making the roster. Additionally, interior offensive lineman Jake Andrews, who was the starting center last season, faces stiff competition from rookie Keylan Rutledge and free agent Evan Brown, making his position uncertain.
Defensive tackle Naquan Jones has had a solid camp, but the depth on the Texans' defensive line could complicate his bid for a roster spot. As the team continues to assess their options, the final decisions on these players will be made shortly before the cut deadline.
