Texans and LB Henry To'oTo'o agree to two-year, $16 million extension
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Houston Texans and linebacker Henry To'oTo'o have agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract extension. This move secures To'oTo'o's presence with the team through the 2028 season. The linebacker has been a significant contributor since being drafted in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL draft, playing in all 17 games last season and participating heavily in defensive snaps. This extension follows other recent deals for defensive players, underscoring the Texans' focus on solidifying their defense. To'oTo'o can earn an additional $1 million in incentives based on his on-field performance.
- •To'oTo'o's extension keeps him with the Texans through the 2028 season.
- •He played in all 17 games last season, with significant defensive contributions.
- •The Texans have prioritized defensive stability, signing multiple key players.
- •To'oTo'o can earn up to $1 million in performance incentives.
- 5:17 PMESPN NFL — Sources: Texans, LB To'oTo'o agree to extension
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Texans, Henry To’oTo’o agree to two-year extension
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Texans lock up LB Henry To'oTo'o on a two-year, $16 million extension
"The Texans and linebacker Henry To'oTo'o agreed Thursday to a two-year $16 million extension, sources told NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport.
"Another Houston Texans defender isn't leaving the core anytime soon.
"The Texans and linebacker Henry To’oTo’o have reached a new deal.
Sources
External links- ESPN NFLAug 6, 2026, 5:17 PMSources: Texans, LB To'oTo'o agree to extension
The Texans and linebacker Henry To'oTo'o agreed Thursday to a two-year $16 million extension, sources told NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 4:10 PMTexans, Henry To’oTo’o agree to two-year extension
The Texans and linebacker Henry To’oTo’o have reached a new deal.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 4:10 PMTexans lock up LB Henry To'oTo'o on a two-year, $16 million extension
Another Houston Texans defender isn't leaving the core anytime soon.
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