Former Texans RB with 4,923 Career Rushing Yards and 29 Rushing Touchdowns Signs with Kansas City Chiefs After "Return Home" Attempt Fails
Kansas City, Missouri - January 20, 2026
Former Houston Texans running back, Devin Singletary, has officially signed with the Kansas City Chiefs, joining the team on a promising deal following a challenging period. This move comes after Singletary's attempt to "return home" to Houston fell through, with negotiations for rejoining the Texans not coming to fruition.
Singletary, who made a name for himself with the Texans after stints with the Buffalo Bills and New York Giants, was unable to rejoin Houston after missing out on contract negotiations. Although talks were held, they did not progress, and Singletary chose to seek a new opportunity elsewhere.
After becoming a free agent in early 2026, Singletary quickly garnered interest from several teams, with the Chiefs being among the top contenders. Joining Kansas City marks a crucial step in his career as he takes on a significant role in the team’s offensive system.

A "Return Home" That Didn't Happen
Singletary, known for his elusive running style, vision, and receiving ability out of the backfield, expressed his disappointment over not being able to return to Houston, where he had a breakout season in 2023 leading the team's rushing attack. He shared that not being able to rejoin the Texans was a letdown, but he understands that in football, opportunities don't always come in the way you hope.
“I’ve always wanted to come back to Houston,” Singletary shared in an interview with ESPN. “But when that didn’t happen, I decided to open my eyes and look for a new opportunity. Kansas City gave me a chance, and I’m excited for this new challenge.”
Signing with the Chiefs: Stability and Leadership
Joining the Kansas City Chiefs is a big move for Singletary. He has signed a short-term contract with the team, where he will bring stability to the running back position, especially as the team faces a challenging postseason. This is especially important with running back Isiah Pacheco dealing with recurring injuries and the need for reliable depth in key moments. Singletary will play a key role in helping Kansas City maintain their offensive power.
Singletary is not just a reliable player on the field but also brings leadership and energy to the Chiefs' locker room. With an impressive career totaling 4,923 rushing yards, 29 rushing touchdowns (33 total touchdowns including receiving), he is expected to be an inspiration and an important contributor as the Chiefs continue their playoff journey.

Devin Singletary’s Future
Although he couldn’t return to Houston, Singletary remains optimistic about the future. “Everything happens for a reason,” he added. “My goal is to help Kansas City win and contribute to the team throughout this season.”
For Kansas City, Singletary brings not only stability but also an important piece to their long-term strategy. With his experience and leadership, the Chiefs hope to solidify their running game and position themselves strongly for another deep playoff run in 2026.
A New Chapter for the Former Texans RB
By joining Kansas City, Devin Singletary officially closes one chapter of his career and opens a new one with a promising team. Although he couldn’t return to Houston, Singletary proves that his love for football and determination will continue to lead him to success, no matter where he plays.
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