Report: Texans releasing S C.J. Gardner-Johnson
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten (33) is tackled by Houston Texans safety CJ. Gardner-Johnson (8) during the second quarter of an NFL football matchup at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars defeated the Texans 17-10. The Jaguars defeated the Texans 17-10. The winless Texans are releasing veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.
Houston's KPRC 2 said there was "friction" in the locker room that involved his criticism of teammates, complaints about his role and a trade request.
Gardner-Johnson, 27, has recorded 15 tackles and one quarterback hit during the Texans' 0-3 start. He has played 96 percent of the team's defensive snaps.
Houston acquired Gardner-Johnson from the Philadelphia Eagles on March 11 in exchange for offensive lineman Kenyon Green and a 2026 draft pick swap.
Gardner-Johnson won a Super Bowl with the Eagles last season and has 18 interceptions, 51 passes defensed, four sacks and 319 tackles in 77 career games (44 starts) with four teams.
--Field Level Media
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