The Texans just made a big move to protect C.J. Stroud, adding a Pro Bowl veteran to their offensive line. Could this be the key to their playoff push next season?

The Houston Texans and free agent guard Laken Tomlinson agreed to a one-year deal on Tuesday. Tomlinson comes as the first addition to Houston’s shuffled offensive line after making multiple subtractions over the last few days.

On Tuesday morning it was reported by NFL insider Mike Garafolo that Seattle starting guard Laken Tomlinson has agreed to terms with the Houston Texans. The veteran guard is now headed to his fifth team on a one-year deal worth up to $5 million.

Per Mike Garafolo of NFL Media, the Texans are signing Laken Tomlinson to a one-year deal worth $4.25 million with a maximum value of $5 million. Tomlinson, 33, was with the Seahawks last year, playing every offensive snap for the franchise.

Tomlinson has been the picture of consistency and durability at the offensive guard position for the better part of the past decade. After starting 24 of his first 32 games as a p

HOUSTON – The Texans’ overhaul of their offensive line includes a new addition. The defending AFC South champions are signing former Seattle Seahawks offensive guard Laken Tomlinson to a one-year deal with a maximum value of $5 million and a base value of $4.