Texans Shockingly Release Former Interceptions Leader Amid 0-3 Start
Summary
The Houston Texans have released safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson after a difficult start to the NFL season, with the team losing its first three games. Gardner-Johnson, known for his strong performance as a former interceptions leader, was surprisingly let go despite not giving up any touchdowns this season.Key Facts
- The Houston Texans are 0-3 at the start of the 2025 NFL season.
- The team has struggled both offensively and defensively in these games.
- The Texans released C.J. Gardner-Johnson, a former Super Bowl champion and interceptions co-leader.
- Gardner-Johnson led the NFL with six interceptions in 2022.
- He allowed a 66.7% completion rate and a 92.0 passer rating against opposing quarterbacks this season but has not surrendered any touchdowns.
- The Texans had recently converted $6.58 million of his salary into a signing bonus.
- Despite some tension with quarterback Baker Mayfield, it was unexpected that this led to his release.
- The Texans will next face the Tennessee Titans and Baltimore Ravens.
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