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Texans Explore Adding Former Cardinals Cornerback Jaden Davis for Depth

The Houston Texans are considering Jaden Davis, a former Cardinals cornerback.

Owen Iverson

September 8, 20261 min read

The Houston Texans are reportedly interested in Jaden Davis, a cornerback previously with the Arizona Cardinals, as they seek to bolster their depth at the position. Davis has recently been medically cleared and worked out for the Texans on September 5, according to a report by KPRC 2's Aaron Wilson.

Davis was selected by the Cardinals in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, being the 226th overall pick. His workout video was shared following his injury update, indicating his readiness to return to play.

The Texans are facing challenges with injuries in their cornerback lineup this season, a situation they also encountered in 2025. Davis may provide the necessary support in this critical area. The Athletic's Dane Brugler previously noted Davis as one of the notable prospects in his 2024 draft guide.

NFL draft analyst Lance Zierlein described Davis as a nickel cornerback with good foot speed and agility but noted a lack of ball production that is often expected from players with his skill set. He emphasized that Davis would need to improve his anticipation to enhance his effectiveness in challenging catches.

Currently, the Texans have Jalen Pitre, a safety, starting at the nickelback position. They also drafted Jaylin Smith in the third round of the 2025 draft, but he missed a significant portion of his rookie season due to injury. Further updates on Davis's potential signing or role with the team are anticipated.

Source: sports.yahoo.com.

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Owen Iverson

Owen Iverson covers Dallas high school and area college sports.

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