The Houston Texans could be eyeing a change of position for Cade Stover , and it might just save his spot on next season's roster.

According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 , the Texans are reportedly switching Stover from a tight end— the position he's played since entering the league in 2024— to fullback.

2026 Houston Texans 90-man Roster (5/12/26)

UPDATES:

- Added RB Evan Hull

- Waived TE Luke Lachey

- Cade Stover moved to FB

(Reported move by Aaron Wilson)

- British Brooks moved to RB (projection)

(Replaces Dare Ogunbowale's vet ST role) pic.twitter.com/YounKXo7x6

— JaysonBraddock (@JaysonBraddock) May 12, 2026

Stover now fills in as one of the two names the Texans have to line up at fullback; a rare position to have on a modern NFL roster, but can certainly still find a role in an offense with the right fit.

In terms of Stover's fit at fullback, while eye-catching, it might actually be the best shot for the Texans‘ fourth-round pick from two years ago to make the 53-man roster come time for next…