Overview

• On August 10, 2025, the Houston Texans signed veteran safety Jalen Mills to reinforce a secondary undermanned by injuries and off-field absences.
• Mills entered the NFL as a seventh-round pick in 2016 and brings nine seasons of experience, including a Super Bowl LII title with the Philadelphia Eagles.
• The move follows a knee injury suffered by C. J. Gardner-Johnson in practice and Jimmie Ward’s unavailability after his arrest on domestic violence charges.
• In 2024, Mills started eight of nine games for the New York Jets, recording 44 tackles and an interception.
• His versatility at both cornerback and safety offers coach DeMeco Ryans and GM Nick Caserio a proven leader to bridge the gap while younger backs like Jalen Pitre and Calen Bullock continue to develop.