Jeff McLane 🤷🏻‍♂️ Howie Roseman’s second trade of the offseason was more surprising than the first. While many were prepared to see backup quarterback Kenny Pickett dealt, as he was on Monday, exchanging safety C.

Gardner-Johnson has been a mercenary more than a long-term fixture, but his tenacious play style fits right into DeMeco Ryans ' defense. He should help Derek Stingley Jr. keep the Texans feisty in the 2025 playoff hunt.

Gardner-Johnson is making the move back south in exchange for offensive lineman Kenyon Green. In 2024, the safety snagged six interceptions for a total of 116 returned yards and a touchdown. He also deflected 12 passes and forced a fumble. He finished the season with 59 tackles, including 35 solo, and two tackles for a loss.