Texans Sign Safety Blankenship for Defensive Boost

0:00For the NFL, it's March 10th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The Houston Texans just made a splash in NFL free agency by signing safety, read Blankenship from the Philadelphia Eagles to a 3-year deal worth $24.75 million. The 27-year-old was an undrafted free agent who broke out quickly with Philly starting in his rookie year back in 2022. This move comes after the Texans stay quiet on outside free agents while focusing on resigning their own veterans and freeing of cap space. Blankenship brings speed and instincts to the secondary, known for being in the right place to make big plays like tackles and picks. Fans and analysts see this as a smart fix for Houston's then-safety group. The team struggled after losing CJ. Gardener Johnson early and MJ Stewart to a season-ending injury in week 10, forcing them to shuffle backups and rookies like Jalen Reed. Blankenship's four-year stats show solid production with over 300 tackles, nine interceptions

1:05and 23 past deflections in, 56 games. His 2025 season included 83 tackles and one pick, though coverage lapses showed up late. Now with Blankenship in the mix alongside returners like Stewart and Reed, the Texans aim to shore up their deep defense for a stronger run next year. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just the pillow that plays your sound.