Surprise signing with the Houston Texans

The Houston Texans are bolstering their defense with the addition of Kenneth Murray, a former linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys.

At 27, the defensive player will look to revive his career with the Texas franchise after a statistically strong 2025 season.

However, Murray will not immediately join Houston's active roster. The Texans have chosen to place him on their practice squad for the time being. This step is intended to allow him to familiarize himself with the team's defensive system and the tactical demands of his new coaching staff.

His eventual promotion to the active roster will therefore depend in part on his ability to quickly grasp the various schemes used by Houston's defense. Once he has adapted, the linebacker could earn a spot on the first team and make an impact on the field.

During the 2025 season with Dallas, Kenneth Murray played in all 17 regular-season games. He finished the season with 81 tackles, including 38 solo tackles, as well as 4 tackles for loss and 1 sack. He also recorded 1 fumble recovery and 2 passes defended.

A Fresh Start in Houston

This move marks a new chapter in Kenneth Murray's NFL career. Selected 23rd overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, the linebacker entered the league with high expectations. Several years later, he is now continuing his journey with a new team and a different defensive system.

For the Texans, his experience provides an additional option in the defensive rotation. His time in Dallas also means he arrives with several seasons of NFL experience under his belt.

The coming period will therefore be crucial for Murray. How well he adapts to Houston's system and his performance in practice could determine whether he remains on the practice squad or is quickly promoted to the Texans' active roster.

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