Texans Make Contract Decision on Backup Quarterback Davis Mills

Mills will be the backup to C.J. Stroud for at least two more seasons.

Houston Texans backup quarterback Davis Mills earned a contract extension on Tuesday. / Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills has signed a one-year, $7 million contract extension that will tie C.J. Stroud's backup to the franchise through the 2026 season, according to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter. The contract for Mills is fully guaranteed.

The 26-year-old Mills, a fifth-year pro, has played in 38 games for Houston in his first four seasons, including 26 starts. He has completed 62.6% of his passes for 6,167 yards and 35 touchdowns to 25 interceptions.

He appeared mostly in mop up duty last season, going 20 of 36 for 212 yards in four games.

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