The Houston Texans have announced the signing of former Denver Broncos running back Deuce Vaughn. Vaughn, who stands at 5 feet 5 inches and weighs 185 pounds, was previously with the Broncos' practice squad since September of last year. He spent the entire 2025 season on that squad and re-signed with Denver on a reserve/future deal in January, but was released in May.
Following his departure from the Broncos, Vaughn joined the UFL's Orlando Storm before returning to the NFL with the Texans.
In a corresponding move, the Texans waived wide receiver Juwann Winfree, who also had a stint with the Broncos. Additionally, the team conducted workouts with former Denver receiver Josh Reynolds and running back Blake Watson, as noted in the NFL's transaction wire.
Currently, four other former Broncos practice squad players remain 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. Meanwhile, defensive lineman Jonathan Harris had a workout with the Minnesota Vikings, indicating continued interest in ex-Broncos players across the league.
