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Texans Take Chance on Damon Arnette With One-Year Deal

The former Raiders first-round pick returns from the UFL to compete for a roster spot in an effort to reinforce Houston's cornerback corps.

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Oct 5, 2019; Columbus, OH, USA; Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Darrell Stewart Jr. (25) is run down by Ohio State Buckeyes safety Jordan Fuller (4) and cornerback Damon Arnette (3) during the second quarter at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
HOUSTON, TEXAS - MAY 17: Toa Taua #35 of the Michigan Panthers runs against Damon Arnette #26 of the Houston Roughnecks during the third quarter at TDECU Stadium on May 17, 2025 in Houston, Texas.
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Overview

  • In June, Houston signed Arnette to a one-year deal to fill the cornerback vacancy created by Ronald Darby’s retirement.
  • The former 2020 first-round pick by the Raiders was released in 2021 after a hit-and-run lawsuit and a video of him brandishing a firearm surfaced.
  • Arnette recorded 18 tackles and an interception for the UFL’s Houston Roughnecks during the 2025 season, marking his first professional snaps since 2021.
  • He worked out for the Texans on June 9 ahead of minicamp, and team officials declined to comment on his prior arrests and firearm charges.
  • Jon Gruden praised Arnette’s personal transformation and the cornerback has said he has matured and will compete for a roster spot in training camp.