Rookie Tight End Shines in Texans Debut | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 14, 2026 · 1m

Houston Texans rookie Marlin Klein made an instant impression in his NFL debut against the Chargers, snagging a 31-yard catch and delivering solid blocks on his 11 snaps—Coach Ryans raved about his toughness and versatility. Though it was a preseason game (with starters like Stroud and Herbert sitting out), Klein’s impact was undeniable. Meanwhile, Chargers undrafted standout Amar Johnson dazzled with two TDs and a 55-yard bomb, while Texans QB Davis Mills led early scoring before being replaced by Graham Mertz. Both teams’ other rookies also got valuable reps, showing promise as they step…