The Houston Texans are interested in Jaden Davis, a cornerback who could help give them depth in a critical capacity.
“Former #Cardinals corner Jaden Davis, recently medically cleared, worked out for #Texans today, per a league source,” KPRC 2’s Aaron Wilson reported in a post on X on September 5, quoting his initial injury update on the young defensive back.
The initial update was a video of Davis working out.
The Cardinals selected Davis in the sixth round with the 226th overall pick of the 2024 draft.
Texans Move on Ex-Cardinals CB Jaden Davis
Davis could fill a depth role for the Texans. They have had some injuries at cornerback this season and experienced a similar rash of ailments in 2025.
The Athletic’s Dane Brugler listed Davis among the “best of the rest” in his 2024 draft guide.
“Nickel cornerback with above-average foot quickness and short-area twitch but lacking the ball production expected from a player with those traits,” NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein wrote before the 2024 draft. “Davis will need to continue to refine his anticipation to improve his ability to challenge the catch point and create value as an NFL prospect.”
The Texans notably start Jalen Pitre, a safety by trade, at nickelback. They also selected Jaylin Smith in the third round of the 2025 draft. However, Smith missed most of his rookie season.
Pro Bowlers Derek Stingley Jr. and Kamari Lassiter headline the Texans’ group of perimeter options, but they were lighter in terms of nickel options. Davis could be an option for the practice squad, where the Texans also have cornerback Alijah Huzzie on their practice squad.
Davis could be a replacement for Huzzie if the Texans sign the latter to their 53-man roster.
A decision like that would likely come later, though. For now, the Texans appear content to add Davis’ info to their database, just in case. Davis has 3 total tackles in three regular-season games.
Texans Host Several DBs for Workouts
As it turns out, Davis was one of several defensive backs who were in Houston to work out for the Texans on Monday, which Wilson noted in a follow-up.
Here is a snapshot of the other participants.
- Aaron Graves: An undrafted rookie free agent DT out of Iowa who spent time with the Baltimore Ravens this offseason.
- Anthony Johnson: TBD (there are several active DBs with this name)
- Dan Jackson: Safety and second-year former Detroit Lions draft pick who has yet to play in a regular-season game.
- Nate Brooks: Another DB with two stars in four games and stints with the Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, and, Miami Dolphins. Has 11 career tackles.
- Sanoussi Kane: Ex-Ravens draft pick (2024) and safety with 17 total tackles and one start in 24 regular-season appearances.
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