The Houston Texans now have two quarterbacks signed through the 2026 season. In addition to starter C.J. Stroud , backup Davis Mills is also signed for the next two seasons after he and the team came to terms on a one-year extension that is worth $7 million fully guaranteed, according to ESPN .
In Mills, the Texans have an experienced and capable player at the most important position in pro sports. A third-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft , Mills made 25 starts and played in 39 games during his first four years in Houston.
In 2021, Mills completed 66.8% of his passes with 16 touchdowns and 10 picks. The following season, Mills set career highs with 3,118 yards and 17 touchdowns in 15 games. He also led the NFL with 15 interceptions that season while completing just 61% of his