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NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 8
Browns make decision on ex-Lions pass rusher
The Cleveland Browns are not expected to hold on to veteran pass rusher James Houston. Cleveland is not tendering Houston, per NFL Network. The former Detroit Lions player is expected to become a free agent.
Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / March 8
Browns pass on retaining DE 
Cleveland will not tender James Houston, who appeared in three games with the club in 2024. The Cleveland Browns made another minor transaction late Friday as the club prepares for the start of free agency.
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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 7
Browns Non-Tendering RFA EDGE James Houston
Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Browns are not tendering an offer to restricted free agent EDGE James Houston. Houston will now be free to test the open market as an unrestricted free agent. Houston, 26, was a sixth-round pick by the Lions out of Jackson State back in 2022.
Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations
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Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 27
Former Deion Sanders defensive standout joins Browns roster
Former standout Deion Sanders recruit James Houston has been claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Browns. His addition to the Browns 53-man roster comes after the Detroit Lions released him on Tuesday.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 27
Browns land ex-Lions pass rusher in odd Za’Darius Smith twist
When the Cleveland Browns traded Za’Darius Smith and a 2026 seventh-round pick to the Detroit Lions for a 2025 fifth and a 2026 sixth-round pick, it left a hole on Jim Schwartz’s depth chart on the edge.
NFL News / HBCUs on SI / November 27
James Houston IV Claimed By The Cleveland Browns
HOUSTON - The Cleveland Browns claimed James "The Problem" Houston IV after clearing waivers. Detroit Lions released Houston on Tuesday, Nov. 26. after nearly three seasons. Houston had a breakout rookie season with the Detroit Lions in the National Football League.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 27
Browns claim two veteran pass-rushers off waivers
Cleveland has added to its pass-rushing group.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 27
Browns Claim DE James Houston Off Waivers From Lions, Among Other Moves
Ian Rapoport reports that the Browns have claimed DE James Houston off of waivers from the Lions. Houston was never able to build upon an impressive rookie season when had eight sacks on only about 100 snaps and wound up being waited by Detroit.
NFL News / Last Word On Sports / November 27
Chiefs, Ravens Could Target Cut 8-Sack Pass Rusher
The Detroit Lions cut edge rusher James Houston on Tuesday, but the pass rusher should land on his feet in the coming days. A sixth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, the Jackson State product began his career on a promising note.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 26
Odd man out: Lions part ways with veteran pass-rusher
He has seen an inconsistent role in 2024.
Detroit Lions News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 26
Lions releasing pass rusher amid lack of snaps
The NFC North-leading Detroit Lions bring a nine-game winning streak into their annual Thanksgiving Day matchup. The Lions will face Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving this year and Detroit’s defense will look to get after the rookie quarterback, who’s already been sacked an NFL-leading 44 times on the season.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 26
Atlanta Falcons on Alert after Detroit Lions Cut Edge Rusher
The Atlanta Falcons’ pursuit of pass rush help may have received a lifeline Tuesday, as the Detroit Lions released edge rusher James Houston IV, according to Jeremy Fowler.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / November 26
Dan Campbell explains why the Lions parted ways with James Houston
The Detroit Lions made a pretty notable move on Tuesday when they parted ways with James Houston ahead of the Thanksgiving game. The same game he made his debut on two years ago and blew up the world with two of his eight sacks that season. Unfortunately things went down hill from there instead of uphill and you hate to see it.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 26
Lions Cutting DE James Houston
According to Jeremy Fowler, the Lions are cutting DE James Houston today. It’s a bit of a surprise but Houston was never able to build upon an impressive rookie season when had eight sacks on only about 100 snaps. Detroit’s pass rush is a sore point for them but Houston hasn’t been able to make himself a factor.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 13
James Houston Looked More 'Confident' Against Texans
The Detroit Lions have been seeking consistent production from pass rusher James Houston. Against the Houston Texans, Aaron Glenn's defense got a boost of production from the third-year defensive end, in Sunday's come from behind victory at NRG Stadium.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / November 13
'It looked like he's beginning to get some of his confidence back' A James Houston resurrection could be happening for the Lions
Today we're going to overreact a little bit. Last Sunday night was a big night for James Houston. It felt like it was a night that everyone had been waiting
Lions LB James Houston denies having unfortunate accident during SNF vs. Texans
Detroit Lions (8-1) linebacker James Houston was trending Sunday night… for all of the wrong reasons. In the second quarter of the 26-23 Week 10 road victory over the Houston Texans (6-4), Houston was part of a group of defenders which helped stop running back Joe Mixon for a loss of three yards.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / November 11
Lions LB James Houston Denies Having Unfortunate Accident
Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston had one of his best performances of the 2024 season against the Houston Texans. After bursting onto the scene his rookie season, Houston's sophomore campaign was cut short due to injury.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 24
Lions should be eyeing chance to showcase James Houston for a trade vs. Titans
When talking about what the Detroit Lions might give up if they make a trade before the Nov. 5 deadline, future draft picks are the focus. But there is a player who could garner interest on the trade market, if his value can be boosted.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 18
James Houston has to be down to his last chance with the Lions
For the better part of two months, since he somehow made the initial 53-man roster, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell has talked about James Houston like he's basically a non-entity.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / October 3
James Houston has to be out of chances with Lions after rough Week 4 performance
James Houston burst onto the scene for the Detroit Lions late in his 2022 rookie season with eight sacks over the final seven games. A fractured ankle in Week 2 last season torpedoed the idea of a second-year breakout, and gave him a mulligan heading into this year.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / May 3
The problem with Lions' edge rusher James Houston
In 2013 the Detroit Lions had this rookie sensation come out of nowhere. I'm talking about tight end Joseph Fauria. He went from being this undrafted rookie that nobody really knew to this guy that suddenly made the 53-man roster and then would up scoring seven touchdowns that season. The expectations off of that became pretty unrealistic.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / January 18, 2024
Lions activate linebacker from injured reserve
The Detroit Lions will be getting linebacker James Houston back in the fold off injured reserve as they prepare for the divisional round of the NFL playoffs.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / December 29, 2023
Lions make big move with young defensive stud
The second-year pro has been sidelined since the second game of the season thanks to a broken ankle.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / December 3, 2023
Lions’ James Houston 'at least a few weeks away' from return
Lions’ second-year edge defender James Houston is “at least a few weeks away” from returning to game action.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / July 22, 2023
Four young Detroit Lions primed for a breakout 2023 season
After starting their 2022 campaign 1-6, the Detroit Lions put the league on notice with an 8-2 closing run to finish the season with their first winning record since 2017.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 19, 2023
James Houston wants to be 'chess piece' for the Lions defense
Houston joined the Lions late in the 2022 season and made an immediate impact. Now, he's hoping he can pick up where he left off while showing off his versatility.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / June 9, 2023
Lions second-year defensive players poised to make a jump this season
It's common for professional athletes to experience a decline in performance during their second year, known as the sophomore slump. Hopefully, these players will have a better season in their second year.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / May 31, 2023
Detroit Lions stock up, stock down
With training camp still a few months away, teams throughout the NFL continue to evaluate their rosters. We've done some evaluating of our own, examining the Detroit Lions and whose stock is rising and falling.
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