Texans sign linebacker Sione Takitaki to bolster roster

The Houston Texans have signed veteran linebacker Sione Takitaki amid injuries affecting their linebacker corps. Takitaki, 6-foot-1 and 245 pounds, has amassed 292 career tackles, two interceptions, and four sacks over eight seasons. He reunites with former teammate Marte Mapu, who also played with him on the New England Patriots in 2024. The Texans' move comes as E.J. Speed, Jake Hansen, and Jake Hummel remain sidelined, prompting the need for added depth at the position. Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans indicated Hansen's return is uncertain, calling him 'week-to-week', while Hummel's status remains unclear.

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