Texans Re-Sign Former FSU Star Mario Edwards Jr. After Injury
Mario Edwards Jr., a former Florida State national champion, has been re-signed by the Houston Texans. He is recovering from a season-ending pectoral injury sustained last season. The team hopes he can contribute to the defensive line upon return.
Edwards Jr. was released earlier this year after failing a physical, but a subsequent workout convinced the Texans to offer a one-year minimum contract. He is recovering from a torn pectoral that ended his 2025-26 season, where he recorded 13 tackles and 1.5 sacks across 14 games.
His return marks only the third time he has spent consecutive seasons with a single franchise, following stints with Oakland and Chicago. A former top overall recruit and national champion at Florida State, he brings veteran depth to Houston's defensive line rotation.
This signing could provide the Texans with reliable rotational depth on the defensive line, potentially easing the burden on starters as the season progresses. For Edwards Jr., a healthy year may allow him to prove his value and secure a more lucrative contract next offseason. Fans may see a veteran presence who brings championship pedigree to the locker room.