Top names Texans could target in free agency following 2026 NFL Draft

So, what else do the Houston Texans need to add ahead of the 2026 regular season? With the 2026 NFL Draft over, the Texans can feel content with the eight new rookies to the roster, along with several surprising finds as undrafted free agents. Several positions, including offensive line and safety, should feel complete because of the names added.

Other positions, like running back, defensive end and defensive tackle, might need a sprucing up via the open market. With the draft in the rear, this is the moment where NFL teams will start looking toward the second wave of free agency to address roster needs. Houston still has needs for depth on defense and could even be looking to address the depth in the backfield behind newly signed David Montgomery.

It shouldn't come as a surprise to see general manager Nick Caserio target the free agents who previously played wth Houston in the past. Then again, he could be looking at the big picture to sign other outside options as promising areas to address the woes. Here are 12 free agents who are still unsigned that could be a welcomed addition to the roster: DE Derek Barnett Previous team: Houston Texans Barnett was a beloved No.

3 pass rusher behind Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter for the past two seasons, totaling 10 sacks in 22 games. He knows the defense, so why not give him a ring and offer another one-year prove-it deal?