Texans invest $190 million in defensive duo Anderson and Hunter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 11:39 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Houston Texans have made a significant commitment by extending contracts for two Pro Bowl edge defenders, Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, worth a combined $190 million. Anderson, who has shown consistent improvement, received a four-year, $150 million extension, while Hunter secured a one-year, $40.1 million deal. Both players are key figures in the Texans' defense and ranked among the top ten edge defenders in recent NFL polls. General manager Nick Caserio has also revamped the team's depth behind this duo by signing free agents and keeping younger prospects. Houston ranks 10th in EDGE spending as they look to enhance their defensive strategy.
- •Will Anderson Jr. signed a four-year, $150 million extension.
- •Danielle Hunter secured a one-year, $40.1 million deal.
- •Texans rank 10th in EDGE spending according to Over The Cap.
- •General manager Nick Caserio revamped depth behind star defenders.
- •Both players ranked in the top ten among NFL edge defenders.
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