The Houston Texans have made some notable moves this year, largely without making any significant ones. The team's primary position of need was offensive line, with the Raiders' giving center Tyler Linderbaum an $81 million deal over three years. The Texans needed to retool the offensive line with a higher caliber of veteran than they chose to last year. They also brought in veteran players, including Smith, who has played both tackle and guard for the past eight seasons of his career with the Colts. The other notable move was the trade of a 2026 4th round pick, a 2027 7th year pick, and G Juice Scruggs to the Lions for RB David Montgomery.