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Chiefs sign linebacker Aiden Fisher to practice squad after Texans release

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 6:50 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Chiefs sign linebacker Aiden Fisher to practice squad after Texans release

Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs have added Aiden Fisher, a rookie linebacker, to their practice squad after the Houston Texans released him on October 17. Fisher was the Texans' seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and had recorded one tackle in three appearances this season. He earned All-American honors at Indiana and helped the team win a national championship in 2026. The Texans made roster adjustments to accommodate returning players Henry To’oTo’o and Ja’Marcus Ingram, leading to Fisher's release. Following this move, Fisher is expected to participate in practice with the Chiefs as they maintain their unbeaten record this season.

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By the Numbers

•Houston Texans released Aiden Fisher after three games played.
•Fisher joins Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad following his release.
•He recorded one tackle in his brief stint with Houston.
•Fisher was an All-American at Indiana and part of the national championship team.
•Chiefs remain unbeaten this season after winning all their games.

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What they're saying

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The Houston Texans have released rookie linebacker Aiden Fisher, their seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. He is set to join the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice squad. NFL insiders reported the move on October 20, citing Fisher’s All-American season at Indiana. Houston released him after three appearances. Chiefs add rookie LB to practice squad […] The post Chiefs Land Indiana National Champion After Texans Decide to Move On appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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