Houston Texans Fans Find Out The Price Tag On A Will Anderson Jr. Extension
Will Anderson Jr. is set for a massive payday. Discover the eye-watering price tag anticipated for the Texans' defensive cornerstone.
The Houston Texans had a franchise-altering performance during the 2023 NFL Draft, landing two top-three selections. Houston found its assumed franchise quarterback in C. J.
Stroud, and the Texans were also able to draft one of the best defensive players in the league in Will Anderson Jr. with the third overall pick in the event. The Texans also added key contributors like Tank Dell, Xavier Hutchinson, and Henry To'oTo'o through the event.
The players drafted in 2023 wrapped up their third NFL season in 2025, which means it is time for these guys to start getting paid. Players are now eligible for extensions, and players who were selected in the first round will have their fifth-year options decided on during the 2026 offseason. It has already been reported that the Texans will be picked up the options on both Stroud and Anderson's rookie deals.
Picking up the options makes sense for the organization in both cases. Stroud has regressed over the last two seasons, and the price of the fifth-year option will be less than whatever Stroud might earn on a new deal. This also gives the Texans an extra season to see if he is truly the guy at quarterback for the team.