March 6, 2026, 5:33 p.m. CT
Dalton Schultz was the go-to weapon for C.J. Stroud last season and the Houston Texans are rewarding his efforts.
According to multiple reports, the Texans have extended the veteran tight end on a one-year deal, keeping him in Houston through the 2027 season. The extension is reportedly worth $12.6 million entering next season.
Schultz, who was entering the final year of his three-year, $36 million deal signed back in 2024, had his best season since joining Houston in 2023. He finished with a career-high 82 catches for 777 yards and three touchdowns.
The 82 receptions marked a franchise single-season record for catches by a tight end, previously held by longtime standout Owen Daniels. One of the few bright spots on offense this past season, Schultz should remain a mainstay under second-year offensive coordinator Nick Caley and his offensive personnel.
The Texans are expected to take part of Schultz’s salary next season and convert it into his new deal for 2027, thus freeing up more cap space ahead of free agency. Following the release of Pro Bowl running back Joe Mixon, Houston is currently expected to have $35.8 million in cap space entering the new league year.
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A former fourth-round draft pick by the Dallas Cowboys, Schultz has caught 405 career passes for 4,066 yards and 27 touchdowns. The Texans are expected to look at several tight end options in free agency and the draft entering the offseason.
Schultz is the second player to be extended this offseason by general manager Nick Caserio, joining All-Pro defensive end Danielle Hunter. On Thursday, Hunter agreed to terms on a one-year, $41.1 million extension, keeping him in Houston through 2027.