The Houston Texans are bringing back a familiar face.
According to KPRC2 Sports, the Texans are signing veteran corner and former All-Pro selection Desmond King to their practice squad. The veteran defensive back and return man was released during roster cuts in August and cleared waivers earlier this month.
The #Texans are signing CB Desmond King to their practice squad. Per @AaronWilson_NFL pic.twitter.com/llp588baOp
— Dylan Delgatto (@DDelgattoNFL) September 10, 2024
After re-joining the Texans last year, King totaled 47 tackles, one sack and two pass deflections in seven games for the AFC South champions, He signed a one-year, $2.2 million contract this offseason.
Back in Houston, this marks the fourth season for the 29-year-old defender with the Texans. He joined in 2021 for the start of the rebuild and has been a staple on special teams.
For his career, King has recorded 473 career tackles, nine interceptions, seven fumble recoveries, three forced fumbles, 35 passes defensed and 9 1/2 sacks with 2,413 return yards and five total touchdowns.
The franchise has not made a corresponding move as of this time.
