Texans Trade Tytus Howard to Browns

The Houston Texans have agreed to trade offensive lineman Tytus Howard to the Cleveland Browns. This transaction is slated to be finalized once the new league year commences next month.

Tytus Howard is set to join the Cleveland Browns, with the trade finalizing next month.

Compensation for Howard

In return for Howard, the Cleveland Browns will provide the Texans with a fifth-round draft pick.

Contract Details and Extension

Tytus Howard was entering the final year of his current contract, which included an $18 million salary and bonuses, leading to an estimated cap hit of nearly $28 million.

As part of the trade agreement, Howard is expected to sign a three-year, $63 million contract extension, as reported by NFL Media's Ian Rapoport.

Howard will sign a three-year, $63 million contract extension as part of the deal.

Addressing a Browns' Need

Howard played left guard for Houston last season and had previously played right tackle earlier in his career with the Texans.

This trade addresses a crucial need for the Browns, as six of their current offensive linemen are scheduled for free agency.