Texans Rookies Take Center Stage | NFL News

The Houston Texans are rolling out the rookies in their preseason opener against the Chargers, handing key first-year players like Keylan Rutledge, Marlin Klein, and Noah Whittington major reps while sidelining stars like C.J. Stroud and David Montgomery. It’s a bold move to fast-track development, giving undrafted free agents and draft picks their first real game action since college — with defensive standouts Kayden McDonald and Wade Woodaz also getting heavy minutes. Expect fireworks from the fresh faces as the team prioritizes experience over polish in this high-stakes exhibition. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6691834477622b4b