The Houston Texans have added defensive end Chris Braswell to their practice squad. Braswell, who was recently let go by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after spending two seasons with the team, is looking to revitalize his career in Houston.
A former five-star recruit, Braswell played at Alabama, where he recorded a total of eight sacks and ten tackles for loss. He stepped into the role of Jack linebacker following Will Anderson Jr., with his performance ranking second on the team, just behind Dallas Turner, who was chosen 17th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Despite a strong college career, Braswell faced challenges in the NFL, being drafted in the second round but failing to secure a starting position, managing only two and a half sacks during his time with Tampa Bay. His release came after missing parts of the preseason and being outperformed by other players.
In Houston, Braswell will reunite with former Alabama teammates Will Anderson Jr. and Logan Hall. He is expected to focus on adapting to the Texans' 4-3 defensive scheme, which emphasizes edge-setting and pass rushing. With current injuries affecting the defensive end position, there is a chance he may be promoted to the active roster soon.
The Texans see this signing as a strategic enhancement to their defensive depth, positioning Braswell as a backup behind Dominique Robinson, Sebastian Harsh, and Jadeveon Clowney.
