# James Houston

NFL edge rusher. Position: **EDGE**. Team: **Dallas Cowboys**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** EDGE
- **Team:** Dallas Cowboys
- **Background:** Second-year player, drafted by Lions in 2022, signed with Cowboys in 2025

## 2026 Outlook

Houston bounced back from ankle fracture complications with a solid 2025 campaign (5.5 sacks in 17 games with Dallas). Fully recovered and expected to remain a rotation pass rusher for the Cowboys in 2026. Limited immediate fantasy upside but part of Dallas' improved defensive unit heading into training camp. (per 2024 Throwback: Detroit Lions Top 10 Injury News)

## Role / Depth Chart

Rotation edge rusher / pass rush specialist for Dallas.

## Injury Status

Healthy. Recovered from 2023 ankle fracture; no lingering concerns entering 2026 season.

## Recent News

- 2026-07-10 — Played 17 games in 2025 for Cowboys, recorded 5.5 sacks, signed through 2026 (2024 Throwback: Detroit Lions Top 10 Injury News)

## Open Questions

## Sources

- 2024 Throwback: Detroit Lions Top 10 Injury News

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