Texans Sign Evan Hull After Successful Tryout At Rookie Minicamp
Houston prioritizes backfield versatility by adding the former FBS reception leader, betting on his dual-threat prowess to sharpen the offense while parting ways with tight end Luke Lachey.
The Houston Texans made a quiet but intriguing move on Monday, officially signing running back Evan Hull following a successful tryout at rookie minicamp. At first glance, Hull’s career stats—49 rushing yards on 20 carries across three teams—don't scream "game-changer. " However, looking deeper into the move suggests the Texans are prioritizing a specific archetype for their backfield depth: the pass-catching specialist.
Why Hull? Why Now? The Texans’ backfield already features a heavy hitter in David Montgomery, but modern NFL offenses thrive on variety.
Hull, a former 2023 fifth-round pick by the Indianapolis Colts, was a prolific dual-threat weapon at Northwestern. In 2022, he led all FBS running backs with 54 receptions, showing a natural ability to operate as a safety valve in the passing game. By signing Hull, the Texans are likely looking for: Third-Down Utility: A back who can reliably catch passes out of the backfield to alleviate pressure on C.
J. Stroud. Special Teams Contributions: As a fringe roster player, Hull's path to the 53-man roster will require him to prove his worth on kick and punt units.