Texans Lock in Dalton Schultz, Boost Cap Space

0:00For the NFL, it's March 6th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The Houston Texans have locked in tight-end Dalton Schultz with a one-year extension that keeps him on the roster through the 2027. Season. Reports say the deal is worth $12.6 million heading into next year. Schultz was a key target for quarterback CJ. Stroud last season. He's posted his best numbers yet with the team, hauling in 82 catches for 777 yards and three touchdowns. That reception total set of franchise record for tight-ends, topping the old mark by Owen Daniels. He stood out as one of the offense's reliable options. This move helps the Texans manage their salary cap smarter. They plan to shift some of Schultz's pay into the new deal, opening up more space. After releasing running back Joe Mixon, Houston now has about $35.8 million in cap room for the offseason. Schultz came over from the Dallas Cowboys as a fourth-round pick and has 390, wait, 405

1:05career catches for over 4,000 yards and 27 scores. He's the second extension this offseason, following defensive and Daniel Hunters one-year packed worth $41.1 million. Looking ahead, the Texans will eye more tight-end help in free agency and the draft while building around their core under new offensive coordinator, Nick Kayley. Appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. Salie Pillow is a pillow with built-in headphones, lay back, press play, and disappear into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com