Kansas City Chiefs to Work Out Former Houston Texans Cornerback

The former Houston Texans defensive back could find a new home soon.

Nov 19, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (24) celebrates cornerback Steven Nelson (21) defensive play against the Arizona Cardinals in the second half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images / Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

The Houston Texans are 8-5 through 13 games and leading into their bye week as they'll spend the latter half of their schedule looking to secure the AFC South -- which they hold a two-game lead in.

Other clubs across the league will be looking for a strong close to the season, though the approach will be different for each and every team. The Texans desperately need to get as healthy as possible. They've struggled with plenty of injuries all season.

One team needing to make a move is the Kansas City Chiefs, who have squeaked by wins all season and are now 11-1 and leading the AFC. They need some help in the secondary, as their cornerback position is getting thin.

Recently, the Chiefs worked out former Texans cornerback Steven Nelson, according to Ian Rapoport. He spent his past two seasons with Houston.

"Veteran starting CB Steven Nelson is expected to visit the Chiefs on Monday for a potential reunion and stretch run with a top contender," Rapoport reported.

Veteran starting CB Steven Nelson is expected to visit the #Chiefs on Monday for a potential reunion and stretch run with a top contender.

This visit, confirmed by his long-time agent Josh Arnold, could land Nelson back with the team he started his career with. pic.twitter.com/neLOTuPjmE

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 8, 2024

While Nelson spent his past 32 games with the Texans, he played his first four seasons in the NFL with the Chiefs, appearing in 52 games with 38 starts. He started 31 of his games in Houston. He's also had two stints with other teams -- the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers.

During his time with the Texans, Nelson had 63 tackles, five interceptions and 19 passes defended. The Chiefs could certainly use the help from the 31-year-old in the secondary.

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