The Houston Texans almost had no choice but to re-sign cornerback Bradley Roby.
According to Pro Football Focus, the 5-10, 194-pound cornerback was worthy of his three-year, $36 million contract. In 2019, despite playing in 10 games due to a hamstring injury, Roby was the Texans’ best cornerback. The former Denver Broncos 2014 first-round pick generated a career-low 77.4 opposing passer rating, which was the lowest among Houston cornerbacks in 2019. Furthermore, the figure was the 24th-lowest among 133 qualified corners, PFF says.
The Texans are already losing two-time Pro Bowler Johnathan Joseph in free agency after the two parties came to such a mutual decision. Houston needed consistency and a high level of play at cornerback. Therefore, it only made sense to bring back Roby.
Bradley Roby will be staying in Houston after re-signing to a 3-year deal.
His career-low 77.4 passer rating when targeted was the lowest among Texans cornerbacks and was tied for 24th among 133 qualified corners. pic.twitter.com/jRslzHhSAB
— PFF HOU Texans (@PFF_Texans) March 15, 2020
Free agency begins on March 18 at 3:00 p.m. Central Time, though the legal tampering period starts on Monday. With cornerback seemingly locked up, the Texans can be freed up to address running back, edge defender, or perhaps find a healthier receiving option.