Reed Blankenship joins Texans, adapting to defensive back culture
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:59 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Reed Blankenship signed a three-year deal with the Houston Texans, addressing offseason needs at safety. Following a year with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he became a consistent starter and team captain, Blankenship is praised by teammates for his potential impact. Veteran Jalen Pitre noted his Super Bowl experience will benefit the Texans. The team, which struggled with safety depth last season, aims to improve as training camp progresses.
- •Reed Blankenship joins the Texans after a season with the Eagles.
- •He signed a three-year contract to fill the safety position.
- •Blankenship is recognized for his leadership and communication skills.
- •The Texans look to strengthen their defense after last season's weaknesses.
- •Training camp for the Texans resumes Saturday morning.
- 3:59 PMYahoo Sports — Texans newcomer Reed Blankenship fitting in well with DB culture
"If there was a weakness in the Houston Texans' defense last season, one could point to the "other safety" opposite Calen Bullock, which might have been solved this offseason.
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