The Cleveland Browns have agreed to a trade for Houston Texans starting right tackle Tytus Howard. In return, the Texans will receive a fifth-round draft pick. The move signals the start of a significant offensive line overhaul for the Browns this offseason.
Howard Gets Extension as Part of Browns Deal
As part of the trade, Howard will receive a three-year, $63 million extension from the Browns, according to his agent. Howard was heading into the final year of his current contract. He was set to make $18 million in salary and bonuses with a cap number of nearly $28 million.
Texans Focused on Run Game After Howard Trade
The Houston Texans have agreed to move Howard once the new league year opens next month. Last week, the Texans dismissed any talk of a trade involving quarterback C.J. Stroud. DJ Bien-Aime explains how the Texans are focused on their offensive line and run game this offseason.
Browns Remake Offensive Line
Howard has spent his entire seven-year career with the Texans, starting 93 games. He turns 30 in May. Howard started at left guard in Houston last season and played right tackle for the Texans earlier in his career. The Browns have six offensive linemen on track for free agency, so the Howard trade represents a big move to begin remaking the offensive line in Cleveland.
The Texans are looking at their offensive line and run game this offseason.