Super Bowl champ C.J. Gardner-Johnson released by Texans in shocking early-season move
The Houston Texans surprisingly released veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson just three games into the 2025 season, despite his recent three-year contract. Performance issues and internal conflicts reportedly contributed to the decision. Gardner-Johnson, a Super Bowl champion, is expected to draw interest from teams seeking secondary depth and veteran leadership as the Texans prioritize developing younger players and maintaining cap flexibility.
The Houston Texans surprisingly released veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson just three games into the 2025 season, despite his recent three-year contract. Performance issues and internal conflicts reportedly contributed to the decision. Gardner-Johnson, a Super Bowl champion, is expected to draw interest from teams seeking secondary depth and veteran leadership as the Texans prioritize developing younger players and maintaining cap flexibility.
