Horton is stepping away from the Texans to deal with a personal health matter.
The rookie fourth-round pick has 13 tackles and two QB hits in 10 appearances this year, averaging 17.5 snaps per game on defense and 9.8 on special teams. Horton said he will provide updates from time to time while focusing on his health first and foremost.
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Texans' Dylan Horton: Lands with Houston
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The Texans selected Horton in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 109th overall.
Horton has bounced around schools and positions throughout his college career, beginning at New Mexico before transferring to TCU for his final three seasons. He was recruited as a safety but ultimately bulked up to 257 pounds and now specializes as a quick pass rusher. At 6-foot-4, he also has the length to contribute to slowing the opposing team's rushing attack. Horton will look to pair up with fellow rookie Will Anderson to anchor the Texans' defensive line for seasons to come.
