The Houston Texans have bolstered their practice squad by signing wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley. This move comes as the team seeks to address depth concerns at the position following injuries. Tinsley, a 26-year-old who is 6 feet 1 inch tall, previously played with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he recorded two touchdowns along with eight receptions for 116 yards during the last season.
Analysts suggest that Tinsley may find better opportunities for playing time in Houston, particularly as the Texans look to strengthen their receiving corps. He is now part of a practice squad that includes Lewis Bond and Josh Kelly.
Tinsley, who went undrafted, has made four starts in 19 regular-season games and is known for his ability to make tough catches, especially in traffic, despite some limitations in speed.
The Texans' urgency for wide receiver options has increased due to Jayden Higgins' torn ACL. To further enhance their roster, the team also acquired Kayshon Boutte from the New England Patriots after assessing various free agent possibilities. Details regarding Tinsley’s specific role within the team have yet to be clarified.
