Overview
- In June 2026, Teller agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the Houston Texans to play left guard for a team that has struggled with pass protection and the running game.
- Teller told reporters he had become “a little complacent” in Cleveland and that the change of teams has “re-fired” his preparation and motivation.
- His tenure with the Browns ended after a poor 2025 season that included injuries, a season-ending injured reserve designation after 13 starts, and a benching by coach Kevin Stefanski late in the year.
- Cleveland has largely rebuilt its offensive line for 2026, moving on from long-time starters including Teller and replacing them with draft picks, trades and free-agent additions.
- Teller’s signing gives Houston veteran interior help that could improve protection for its young quarterbacks and revive Teller’s career while his family’s social-media posts have underscored the sour finish to his time in Cleveland.