The Texans got solid production from their starting tight end, Dalton Schultz, in 2025. Schultz hauled in 82 receptions for 777 yards and three touchdowns.
He was Mr. Reliable all season for quarterback C.J. Stroud and should be in line for an even stronger 2026 campaign with another year in Nick Caley’s system.
The real concern lies in the depth behind him. Brevin Jordan was expected to serve as the No. 2 tight end and has flashed in that role before, but he unfortunately suffered another season-ending injury before the season, and ended up missing the entire year. Jordan brings energy and playmaking ability when healthy — the problem is staying healthy.
In his absence, Cade Stover didn’t offer much of a receiving threat and hasn’t shown enough to be relied upon long term, despite being selected in the fourth-round in 2024.
Due to that, Houston should strongly consider investing a premium draft pick at tight end in the upcoming draft. A rookie could come in, develop under Schultz, and potentially take over the starting role in 2027, as Schultz is set to hit free agency after the 2026 season.
Overall, the Texans aren’t in terrible shape at tight end, but they need another legitimate playmaker in that room. Expect that position to be addressed this offseason.