Texans sign fourth-round pick Febechi Nwaiwu to four-year contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:02 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The Houston Texans completed their 2026 draft class by signing offensive lineman Febechi Nwaiwu to a four-year, $5.4 million contract. Nwaiwu, a versatile player from Oklahoma, was selected in the fourth round and is expected to bring significant interior flexibility to the Texans' offensive line. Known for his 'walk-on mindset,' Nwaiwu excelled after initially joining North Texas as an unranked prospect. With his contract finalized, the Texans can now prepare for training camp without any rookie holdouts.
- •Nwaiwu was selected 106th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •He has started in multiple positions, including right guard and center.
- •Nwaiwu's signing completes the Texans' 2026 rookie class.
- •He earned honors as an All-American in his final year at Oklahoma.
- •Nwaiwu is expected to compete for rotational snaps early in his career.
- 1:02 AMYahoo Sports — Texans Close Out The 2026 Draft Class With Signing Febechi Nwaiwu To A 4-Year Rookie Contract
"Houston finalizes its 2026 class by securing the versatile Oklahoma standout. Nwaiwu brings a relentless "walk-on mindset" and vital interior flexibility to DeMeco Ryans’ evolving offensive line.
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