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If you ever wondered what it takes to keep an NFL roster humming during the quieter months, the Houston Texans just handed us a fresh little case study. Offseason moves rarely grab headlines like the draft or free agency blitz—but as the Texans showed Tuesday, quietly retooling your lineup can be every bit as telling. Folorunso Fatukasi’s return might seem like a page from a familiar playbook—returning vet, run-stopping specialist—but in a league obsessed with flashy pass rushers and rookies, this move speaks volumes about Houston’s commitment to grit and depth. Meanwhile, parting ways with Gregory Junior reminds us that NFL paths twist and turn in ways you wouldn’t expect. So, does the subtle art of roster fine-tuning actually forecast a team’s next leap… or just the endless churn of football’s merciless grind? Let’s dig into what these moves really mean for the Texans’ pulse as they prep for the grind ahead.

A view of the helmet sticker honoring Robert C. McNair, the late owner of the Houston Texans, is shown prior to the game against the Tennessee Titans at NRG Stadium on November 26, 2018 in Houston, Texas.
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The Houston Texans remain busy during the offseason.

Their recent moves highlight an ongoing commitment to enhancing team depth and maintaining competitive fire throughout the lineup.

Tuesday brought news of two roster adjustments that demonstrate the team’s continued fine-tuning efforts.

Defensive tackle Folorunso Fatukasi made his return to the Houston Texans, signing a contract whose terms remain undisclosed.

To create roster space, the team parted ways with cornerback Gregory Junior.

Junior’s NFL path began as a sixth-round selection in the 2022 draft, when the Jacksonville Jaguars took him with the 197th overall pick.

After a brief stop with the Indianapolis Colts, he landed on the Houston Texans’ practice squad in 2024.

Whereas, Fatukasi enters his second campaign with Houston, having already earned respect among his teammates.

The 30-year-old defensive lineman made his mark last season, contributing one sack and 24 tackles across 11 starts during his initial year with the Houston Texans in 2024.

Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 318 pounds, Fatukasi has built a reputation as a run stopping specialist throughout his career.

His NFL journey includes 187 tackles (with 27 for loss) and 5.5 sacks over 86 games (63 starts) split between the New York Jets, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Houston Texans.

While injuries have occasionally sidelined him, including a shoulder issue that delayed his Houston return, he rejoins the team at a time when most franchises are focusing on rookie contracts.

Though not primarily known for rushing the passer, Fatukasi excels at shutting down opposing run games.

The post Texans Made 2 Roster Moves On Tuesday appeared first on The Cold Wire.

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