The Houston Texans are capitalizing on their unexpected success in 2023 by securing key players for the future. Following their triumph in the AFC South and a breakthrough playoff victory, the team is in a strong position with ample salary cap room and a solid roster foundation.
In a move to maintain stability in special teams, the Texans have inked a three-year contract extension worth $15.9 million with kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn, as reported by DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN. This deal elevates Fairbairn among the top-paid kickers in the NFL.
Fairbairn, who recently turned 30 and has been an integral part of the Texans for the past seven years since entering as an undrafted free agent, has showcased exceptional accuracy in his recent performances. Despite concerns about his injury history, with him missing a few games in the past couple of seasons, the team sees his reliability as a worthwhile investment.
This extension marks Fairbairn’s second long-term commitment to the Texans, following a four-year deal he signed in 2020. With a dependable kicker secured, Texans fans can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that this crucial position is stable for the next three years.
With this deal settled, the Texans can now focus their attention and significant remaining salary cap space of $70 million on addressing other areas of need within the team.
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