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Texans sign George Odum, release Juwann Winfree ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 11:52 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Texans sign George Odum, release Juwann Winfree ahead of season

Summary

The Houston Texans have signed George Odum, a Pro Bowl special teams player, as they prepare for the upcoming season. Odum, previously with the 49ers, reunites with college teammate Tremon Smith. Meanwhile, the Texans released wide receiver Juwann Winfree, amid injury concerns at the position, including a season-ending injury to teammate Jayden Higgins. Odum brings 108 games of experience and has previously earned All-Pro honors as a special teams contributor. The Texans showed interest in multiple defensive backs prior to finalizing the signing of Odum.

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Status Watch

•Texans sign Pro Bowl special teams player George Odum.
•Juwann Winfree is released amid injury issues.
•Odum reunites with Tremon Smith in Houston.
•Winfree had stints with Broncos, Colts, Packers.
•Odum has extensive experience with 108 career games.

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11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Texans Sign Former 49ers Standout, Cut Ties With Ex-Broncos Wide Receiver

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The Houston Texans have another new face on the roster, but it is someone they are familiar with in George Odum, while another player exits. The post Texans Sign Former 49ers Standout, Cut Ties With Ex-Broncos Wide Receiver appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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