Texans Release Defensive Tackle Kurt Hinish

The Houston Texans have released defensive tackle Kurt Hinish. The 27-year-old appeared in 42 games for the team from 2022-24, recording 57 tackles and 1.5 sacks. Hinish did not play during the 2025 season after being placed on the reserve/physically unable to perform list due to an undisclosed injury. The move comes as Houston re-signed defensive tackles Naquan Jones and Sheldon Rankins.