Cornerback Roby hopes for new deal

When Bradley Roby signed a one-year, $10 million contract with the Texans, it was the equivalent of a prove-it deal.

The partnership has clicked well enough that Roby wants to sign a long-term deal. He emerged as the Texans’ top corner with two interceptions and returned one for a touchdown.

Roby will have options as an unrestricted free agent one year after declining a three-year, $30 million contract from the Pittsburgh Steelers and a one-year, $9 million contract from the San Francisco 49ers and drawing interest from the Cleveland Browns.

The cornerback market figures to be expensive on the heels of Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl corner Marcus Peters’ three-year, $42 million contract that includes $32 million guaranteed.

Ideally, though, Roby would like to remain with the Texans.

“I’m very hopeful,” said Roby, a former Denver Broncos firstround draft pick from Ohio State. “That’s something that’s going to take place when it takes place. I really love this team. I love this city and coaching staff.

“I love everything about being here. I feel like I was meant to be here. I have a lot of relationships with the guys. I’m looking forward to working it out.”