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The Houston Texans had a solid 2024 season. However, many fans may feel like the Texans failed to live up to expectations. Houston finished the regular season 10-7, winning the AFC South division title and making the playoffs for the second consecutive season.
However, before the 2024 season, many fans and analysts thought the Texans would win more games. There was a general belief that the Texans were finally ready to jump forward and become one of the top teams in the AFC. Unfortunately, things just didn’t go their way in 2024.
CJ Stroud could not replicate his impressive rookie season. The Texans also dealt with multiple injuries on offense, losing Stefon Diggs for the season and missing Nico Collins for several weeks.
Now the Texans must pick up the pieces and begin addressing what went wrong in 2024. That will be much easier said than done.
Houston enters the offseason with just $5 million in cap space. The Texans cannot bring in a new draft class, plus add free agents, with such a small amount of wiggle room. It is almost certain that Houston will restructure a few contracts, and perhaps cut a few players, to clear up enough cap space to make a few moves.
Even so, the Texans will not be big spenders this offseason. They simply cannot afford to be. As a result, the Texans may end up going bargain shopping during NFL free agency in March.
But which players could they realistically go after?
Below we will explore three sneaky good NFL free agents the Texans need to consider signing during 2025 NFL free agency.
Powell leads our list of bargain free agents.
Powell’s best season came in 2023 with the Vikings. Powell emerged as a capable receiver on offense in addition to his special teams roles.
In 2023, Powell hauled in 29 receptions for 324 yards and one touchdown. These are not gaudy numbers, but they do suggest that Powell can be a capable receiver on offense.
Powell’s ability to contribute on special teams and on offense should make him attractive to a team like the Texans. Houston could get production in multiple phases of the game by signing just one free agent.
Powell also projects as a very affordable free agent. Spotrac estimates he will command just $1.5 million per season in free agency.
The Texans need to seriously consider adding Powell on a one-year contract.
Houston has plenty of needs on the offensive line this offseason. The Texans have a few holes to fill and also need to start thinking about the future.
Veteran starters like Laremy Tunsil, Tytus Howard, and Shaquille Mason are not long-term solutions at their respective positions. As a result, the Texans will likely spend a few draft picks on offensive linemen who they can develop during the 2025 season.
That may not be...
