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ArticleTexans reach initial roster of 53 playersAugust 30, 2026

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termination of the contracts of CB Bryce Hall, linebacker Caleb Johnson, defensive tackle Naquan Jones, wide receiver Zay Jones, tight end Brevin Jordan, safety George Odum, defensive end Dominique Robinson, quarterback Brett Rypien, wide receiver Sterling Shepard

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Sterling Shepard's contract terminated in Texans roster cuts.

Contract terminated as part of Texans' initial 53-player roster cuts.

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Veteran WR on open market; could be added to roster later.

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Shepard cut from Texans WR room after failing to stick despite offseason signing.

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Potential depth option for the Texans

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Texans cut Sterling Shepard despite signing him to add WR depth.

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Sterling Shepard signed to fill Texans' WR depth void from injuries.

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Shepard signed to fill WR depth gap from injuries and Dell's slow return.

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