Tytus Howard is under contract with the Houston Texans through the 2026 season following a three-year, $56 million extension signed in July 2023, featuring $36.5 million in guarantees. The deal includes an average annual value of $18.6 million and is restructured to create cap space, with a 2026 cap hit of approximately $27.9 million. Drafting Freeling provides Houston with a high-upside insurance policy who could start at right tackle immediately.
