The Houston Texans have signed former Denver Broncos running back Deuce Vaughn to their roster, as confirmed by the team on Monday. Vaughn, who is 5 feet 5 inches tall and 185 pounds, was on the Broncos' practice squad for the entirety of the 2025 season after joining in September of the prior year.
He re-signed with Denver in January on a reserve/future contract but was released in May. After his release, Vaughn played for the UFL's Orlando Storm before making his return to the NFL with the Texans.
To make room for Vaughn, the Texans waived wide receiver Juwann Winfree, who previously played for the Broncos. The Texans also held workouts with running back Blake Watson and former Denver receiver Josh Reynolds, according to the NFL's transaction wire.
Currently, four other players who were part of the Broncos' practice squad are still free agents after their contracts expired in February. These players include quarterback Ben DiNucci, tight ends Marcedes Lewis and Patrick Murtagh, and defensive back Delarrin Turner-Yell. Additionally, defensive lineman Jonathan Harris has recently worked out with the Minnesota Vikings.
Further information about Vaughn's role with the Texans or Winfree's future was not disclosed.
