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Texans may pursue Daron Payne to strengthen defense amid struggles

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Texans may pursue Daron Payne to strengthen defense amid struggles

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The Houston Texans, currently 0-4, are considering a trade for ex-Pro Bowl defensive tackle Daron Payne from the Washington Commanders. Texans head coach Demeco Ryans has taken over defensive play-calling amid concerns over the team's performance, particularly as they rank 20th in yards allowed per game. Payne, while struggling this season, could be seen as a potential solution to bolster the Texans' thin interior defensive line. The proposal involves Houston sending fourth- and fifth-round draft picks to Washington. The Texans aim to turnaround their season while the AFC South remains competitive.

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•Texans rank 20th in the NFL in defensive yards allowed.
•Daron Payne has underperformed so far in the 2026 season.
•Proposed trade involves sending 2027 draft picks to the Commanders.
•Demeco Ryans is now calling the defense for the Texans.
•AFC South is within reach for the Texans despite current struggles.

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1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Texans Trade Idea Lands Ex-Pro Bowler to Fix Biggest Defensive Weakness

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The Houston Texans may be the best 0-4 team in NFL history. Don’t take it from me, though; take that from Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh, the Texans’ upcoming opponent. #Titans HC Robert Saleh and QB Cam Ward talking about facing the #Texans this week: Ward: "They're one of the best 0-4 teams out […] The post Texans Trade Idea Lands Ex-Pro Bowler to Fix Biggest Defensive Weakness appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 1:12 AM
Texans Trade Idea Lands Ex-Pro Bowler to Fix Biggest Defensive Weakness
The Houston Texans may be the best 0-4 team in NFL history. Don’t take it from me, though; take that from Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh, the Texans’ upcoming opponent. #Titans HC Robert Saleh and QB Cam Ward talking about facing the #Texans this week: Ward: "They're one of the best 0-4 teams out […] The post Texans Trade Idea Lands Ex-Pro Bowler to Fix Biggest Defensive Weakness appeared first on HEAVY.

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