Report: Texans, Schultz strike 1-year, $12.6M extension

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 18: Dalton Schultz #86 of the Houston Texans looks on during the national anthem prior to an NFC Divisional Playoff game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on January 18, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
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The Houston Texans have agreed to terms with tight end Dalton Schultz on a one-year, $12.6-million extension, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Schultz was previously only under contract through the 2026 season. He'll now take in $17.6 million guaranteed over 2026 and 2027, Rapoport adds.

The 29-year-old recorded a career-high 82 receptions last season, with no other Texans pass-catcher surpassing that total. His 777 receiving yards were the second most of his career, trailing only the 808 yards he recorded in 2021 as a member of the Dallas Cowboys.

Houston has been active ahead of the start of free agency next week. The franchise released running back Joe Mixon earlier Friday and re-signed pass-rusher Danielle Hunter on Thursday.

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