NFL defensive outlook highlights Texans, Seahawks, and Rams for 2026
Looking ahead to the 2026 NFL season, several teams are positioned as defensive leaders. The Houston Texans enter with momentum after recording the league's best average of yards allowed per game (277.7) and the second-best average of points allowed (17.7). To strengthen their roster, the Texans have added Reed Blankenship, Jadeveon Clowney, and Kayden McDonald.
The Seattle Seahawks, led by Super Bowl-winning head coach Mike Macdonald, aim to remain competitive with a core group including Leonard Williams, Byron Murphy, DeMarcus Lawrence, Devon Witherspoon, and Nick Emmanwori.
Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Rams have significantly bolstered their defensive line by acquiring Myles Garrett and bringing Aaron Donald out of retirement. The Rams are preparing to compete for the Super Bowl at their home venue, SoFi Stadium.
Entities
Houston Texans · Los Angeles Rams · Mike Macdonald · Myles Garrett · Seattle Seahawks
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- [● 4 SOURCES] The Texans defense had the second-best average of points allowed per game (17.7) last season. abc17news.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Houston Texans defense recorded the best average of yards allowed per game (277.7) last season. abc17news.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Los Angeles Rams acquired Myles Garrett and brought Aaron Donald out of retirement. abc17news.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Texans added Reed Blankenship, Jadeveon Clowney, and Kayden McDonald to their roster. abc17news.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Mike Macdonald led the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory. abc17news.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Houston Texans defense had the second-best average of points allowed per game (17.7) last season. abc17news.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Houston Texans added Reed Blankenship, Jadeveon Clowney, and Kayden McDonald to their roster. abc17news.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com