Former Panthers CB CJ Henderson reportedly expected to sign with Texans
According to reports from ESPN’s senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler, the former Carolina Panthers cornerback is anticipated to join the Houston Texans. As per information from Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, Henderson is set to sign a one-year contract as he moves to the southern team.
Originally a standout at the University of Florida and a three-time All-SEC selection, Henderson was chosen as the ninth overall pick in the 2020 NFL draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. However, his stint in Jacksonville was brief, spanning only 10 games between 2020 and 2021.
Henderson’s tenure with the Jaguars ended when he was traded to the Panthers on Sept. 27, 2021, just two games into his second professional season. In the trade, Carolina acquired the young cornerback along with a 2022 fifth-round pick, sending tight end Dan Arnold and a 2022 third-rounder to Jacksonville.
During his time with the Panthers, Henderson started in 22 out of 39 games, recording 97 combined tackles, two interceptions, one forced fumble, and one sack.
