Texans DE Dylan Horton likely out for entire 2026 season with injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:26 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Dylan Horton, defensive end for the Texans, is expected to miss the whole 2026 season after tearing his Achilles during Monday's practice. Horton, a fourth-round pick in the 2023 draft, has previously battled lymphoma but has been in remission since March 2024. He appeared in 39 regular season games for the Texans, registering 55 tackles and a half-sack. The Texans will need to adjust their defensive lineup without Horton, who has had a challenging injury history.
- •Dylan Horton tore his Achilles at practice on August 24, 2026.
- •He is likely to miss the entire 2026 NFL season.
- •Horton has been with the Texans since 2023 after being drafted.
- •He had previously fought lymphoma and is currently in remission.
- •Horton recorded 55 tackles and a half-sack in 39 games.
- 10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Texans DE Dylan Horton tore his Achilles at Monday's practice
"Texans defensive end Dylan Horton is likely to miss the entire 2026 season after an injury at Monday's practice.
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