Nick Sirianni provides update on C.J. Gardner-Johnson after Texans release

On Tuesday, C.J. Gardner-Johnson was released by the Houston Texans after playing just three games for the franchise.

He arrived in Houston after being traded to them by the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a sixth round draft pick in 2026.

Now that his brief time in Houston is up, questions have been raised where his next stop will be, with the return to the Eagles being considered as one of possible option.

On Wednesday, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni expressed his feelings about a possible return for Gardner-Johnson.

"When asked if he’s interested in bringing C.J. Gardner-Johnson back, Nick Sirianni said he’s happy with the room — mentioned the progress Drew Mukuba is making next to Reed Blankenship."

From this comment, it looks like Sirianni has little interest in bringing Gardner-Johnson back and is determined on working with the players he currently has.

Gardner-Johnson was with the Eagles during their triumph 2024 season. This was his second stint with the side, the first being in 2022 (a season where they also made the Super Bowl).

He is one of the stronger safeties in the league and played a crucial role in the Eagles' success over the years he was with the team.

Although he is a great player, his attitude is something that has caused troubles to teams around over the last few seasons. Reports have emerged that Gardner-Johnson has become a "nomad in the locker room" and does not help him.

This may have been the main reason why the Texans got rid of him very quickly and why he is looking for his fifth team in four years. Whoever signs him will have to deal with his attitude, sometimes that Sirianni does not want to deal with again.