What would the NFL's richest starting lineup look like? Anthony Holzman-Escareno assembles an all-star collection of the highest-paid players at each position heading into the 2025 season.

As compiled by the NFL Research team, here are the 2025 All-Offseason Teams comprised of the players who got the highest average-per-year (APY) free-agent contracts or extensions at every position so far this offseason.

Danielle Hunter and the Texans have agreed to a one-year, $35.6 million extension through 2026 that will make him the league's second-highest paid defensive end, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Wednesday. 

Which free-agent signings from last offseason paid immediate -- and enormous -- dividends to NFL teams? Bucky Brooks provides his top 10, with half of the featured players preparing for this weekend's Divisional Round. Does Derrick Henry or Saquon Barkley top the list?

How could Baker Mayfield be left out of the 2025 Pro Bowl Games after playing like one of the NFL's best QBs? Kevin Patra spotlights 10 players -- including a pair of rookies -- who were overlooked by voters for the annual all-star honor.

NFL.com's Coral Smith breaks down four things to watch for when the Houston Texans take on Kansas City Chiefs and the Pittsburgh Steelers battle the division rival Baltimore Ravens on Saturday afternoon.

The Houston Texans defense allowed zero points in the second half against the Dallas Cowboys. Defensive end Derek Barnett's fumble-return touchdown ignited the defense to pull away from the Cowboys on Monday night.

NFL.com's Bobby Kownack breaks down four things to watch for when the Dallas Cowboys host the Houston Texans on Monday night.

How will Houston handle the expectations set by last season's stunning success? Jeffri Chadiha digs into what the Texans are doing to keep the good times rolling into 2024 -- and what an extended stay in Northeast Ohio did for team morale.

Week 1 of the preseason continued Friday with Falcons-Dolphins, Texans-Steelers and Eagles-Ravens tilts. 

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2024 NFL season. Which players joined Jaylen Waddle and Brandon Aiyuk from Nos. 70-61?

With plenty of hype and pressure ahead of his second season, Texans QB C.J. Stroud touted the skilled talent around him as a "five-headed monster."

As a rookie, C.J. Stroud helped Houston surge into first place in the AFC South and then win a playoff game in spectacular fashion. What's next for the wunderkind QB and this upstart team? Adam Rank explores the state of the Texans heading into the 2024 NFL campaign.

While Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr.'s debut was a performance that most would be satisfied by, Anderson is not sitting back and resting on his laurels. Speaking to NFL.com on Wednesday, Anderson discussed what he's working to improve on for his sophomore season, getting advice from veteran players and what he envisions for the 2024 Texans' pass rush.

So far this spring, a quick chemistry has come to be on the Texans defensive line, as Pro Bowlers Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter have teamed up to provide ample optimism and anticipation for the season ahead.

It's been an offseason of historical proportions for the Houston Texans, and the franchise's latest splash elicited cheers from the McNair family. 

Houston made offseason history with the acquisitions of pass rusher Danielle Hunter, wide receiver Stefon Diggs and running back Joe Mixon. The Texans have become the first team in history to add players who respectively had 10-plus sacks, 100-plus receptions and 1,000-plus rushing yards, per NFL Research.

How much will Saquon Barkley boost the Eagles' offense in their chase for the NFC East title? Bucky Brooks spotlights one free agency move that will impact each divisional race in the 2024 NFL season.

The free agency frenzy has reshaped rosters across the NFL via signings and trades. Which teams have changed for the better? Adam Schein spotlights his favorite moves thus far, including one top contender's enticing addition of running back royalty.

Texans pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. is getting excited about Year 2 after Houston signed veteran Danielle Hunter to pair him alongside the reigning Defensive Rookie of the Year. 

Four-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Danielle Hunter is signing a two-year, $49 million deal with the Houston Texans, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported on Tuesday.

Chase Young and Antoine Winfield Jr. are about to hit free agency for the first time in their respective careers. So, what's the next move for each playmaker? Adam Rank spotlights five pending free agents who should stay put and five who should hit the open market.

Which contender might Saquon Barkley join? Could Odell Beckham Jr. return to play for the team that drafted him? Nick Shook provides one team fit for 15 notable free agents.

Danielle Hunter had one of his best statistical seasons after agreeing to a one-year prove-it deal in 2023. The Vikings DE told NFL.com's Grant Gordon he's taking the patient approach to get a lucrative deal, whether it be in Minnesota or not.  

Did Jordan Love play himself into big money? Marc Ross identifies 13 players whose 2023 performances likely earned them lucrative contracts in the coming offseason.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero: Houston Texans and defensive end Danielle Hunter agree to 1-year, $35.6M contract extension.

Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter chases Will Levis down for second sack of game.

Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter's 2024 sack total increases to 6.5 via takedown of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush.

Check out every teams' best play from Week 8 of the 2024 NFL Season.

The Houston Texans halt the Indianapolis Colts Hail Mary attempt with a sack-fumble to end the game 23-20.

Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter comes up with a clutch sack on Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson.

Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter sacks quarterback Jordan Love for an 8-yard loss to give him 8.5 career sacks against the Green Bay Packers.

Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter sparks strip-sack takeaway vs. New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye at Pats' 10-yard line.

Houston Texans sandwich Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams into a third-down sack to force the Bears to kick a field goal.

"GMFB" shares one defensive player they are most excited to see suit up for a new team this season.

Houston Texans linebacker Danielle Hunter sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: Linebacker Danielle Hunter got 'the Kirk Cousins deal of pass rushers'.

NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reports that former Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Danielle Hunter has agreed to a 2-year, $49 million contract with his hometown Houston Texans.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund discusses linebacker Danielle Hunter.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger and Steve Wyche agree that linebacker Danielle Hunter should sign with Detroit Lions.

NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reporting the Minnesota Vikings' $76M deal with defensive end Jonathan Greenard likely signals defensive end Danielle Hunter's exit.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger shares franchise fits for key free-agent defensive players like Bryce Huff, Jonathan Greenard, Danielle Hunter, and Christian Wilkins.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Danielle Hunter's top plays from the 2023 season.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Danielle Hunter wraps up Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff for a 9-yard sack.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Danielle Hunter absolutely engulfs Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs for a 3-yard tackle for loss.

NFL Network's Mike Yam reveals the six linebackers (three apiece from the AFC and NFC) who have been selected to compete in the 2024 Pro Bowl Games in Orlando, Fla.

NFL Network's Jason McCourty's top defensive plays from Week 15 of the 2023 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Danielle Hunter UPENDS Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning for Vikes' second sack of game late in first half.

Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Danielle Hunter's interior pressure facilitates Vikings linebacker D.J. Wonnum's third-down sack on Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell.

Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Sheldon Day pounces on the loose ball fumble caused by the combination of linebacker Danielle Hunter and defensive back Josh Metellus for the Vikings first takeaway vs. the Bears on "Monday Night Football."