Chris Freeman kicks for Texans in NFL preseason debut against Chargers
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Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Chris Freeman, former UConn kicker, made his NFL debut with the Houston Texans on August 13 against the Los Angeles Chargers. He converted a point-after attempt in the first quarter but missed a 61-yard field goal attempt just before halftime. Freeman signed with the Texans as an undrafted free agent earlier this week, aiming to make a positive impression during the preseason. He was previously a standout at UConn, where he set records for field goal accuracy and completed all extra-point attempts in his last season.
- •Freeman's contract with the Texans is likely a training camp deal.
- •He nailed an extra-point attempt and missed a field goal against the Chargers.
- •Freeman previously played at UConn, finishing with strong statistics.
- •Houston’s current kicker, Ka’imi Fairbairn, has been with the team since 2014.
- •Freeman's NFL journey started after a successful college career.
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"That begs the question: who will kick for the Huskies in 2026?
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