The Houston Texans have made notable changes to their roster on September 8. They added quarterback Mark Gronowski and center Gavin Gerhardt to their practice squad, resulting in the release of rookie defensive tackle Dominic Bailey. This information was shared by Aaron Wilson from KPRC 2 on social media.
Bailey's departure comes after a short stint back on the practice squad, having previously been cut during the final roster decisions to meet the 53-player limit. Additionally, the Texans released Ka’ena De Cambra, who had only been with the team for a week after signing on September 1.
Gronowski, who previously played for the Dolphins and Hawkeye Football, joins the Texans' practice squad. Gerhardt, a seventh-round draft pick from 2026, is recognized for his leadership qualities and football intelligence. He started 49 games during his college career and is anticipated to enhance the depth at the center position.
The offensive line now features Gerhardt along with Evan Brown and Jake Andrews, and includes rookie first-round pick Keylan Rutledge. The Texans are focused on developing Gerhardt's abilities, as he was selected for his understanding of the game and alignment with the team's culture. The full implications of these roster changes remain to be seen.
