The Houston Texans have finalized their 53-man roster, which now includes undrafted rookie defensive end Sabastian Harsh. Initially, Harsh faced slim chances of making the team, but his hard work and notable performances during the preseason secured him a spot.
Harsh expressed his anxiety while waiting for the roster announcement. In a recent interview on Texans radio, he recalled, "I talked to my mom, and my dad and I was just kind of waiting for a phone call... Then I seen the roster get released, and I was like, Oh my gosh. Like, that is pretty cool, man."
He missed the first preseason game due to injury, which heightened the pressure on him to excel in subsequent opportunities. Harsh's standout performance against the Carolina Panthers in the second preseason game, where he recorded three tackles, one sack, one tackle for loss, two quarterback hits, and one pass breakup, significantly boosted his chances of making the roster.
Head coach DeMeco Ryans acknowledged Harsh's ability to contribute both in pass rushing and run defense, which was likely a factor in his selection for the team. Despite this achievement, Harsh remains focused on further improvement, stating, "Even still now, like, I haven't done it yet. So, still got a lot more work to do."
