Perryman joins Texans’ defense

The Texans are signing former Raiders linebacker Denzel Perryman to a one-year deal, a person with knowledge of the agreement told the Chronicle on Wednesday.

Perryman played the last two seasons for the Raiders. He was named to the 2021 Pro Bowl after leading the NFL with 154 tackles. He also had 14 tackles for loss that year. The 5-11, 240-pound linebacker is considered one of the best run-stoppers in the league.

But he’s also struggled to stay healthy throughout his career. In his eightyear career, he has never played more than 15 games in a season. He had 83 tackles and two interceptions in 12 games in 2022.

Perryman could potentially start at middle linebacker for the Texans, who were hoping to upgrade at the position. The Texans also have veteran middle linebacker Christian Kirksey, who could become a salary cap casualty, unless they have the two compete for the starting role. Kirksey was third on the Texans last season with 124 tackles.

The Texans could save $5.2 million against the salary cap by cutting Kirskey while incurring a $1 million dead cap hit.

Jets trade speedy Moore to Browns

Elijah Moore wanted out of New York. The Browns wanted speed. Both got their wish. Cleveland added another offensive playmaker and target for quarterback Deshaun Watson on Wednesday, acquiring Moore in a trade with the Jets, who have overhauled their receiving group this offseason — perhaps in advance of quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ arrival.

The Browns have agreed to send the No. 42 pick in this year’s draft to the Jets for Moore and the No. 74 selection. The deal’s completion is pending a physical.

The Jets are parting ways with Moore, a second-round pick in 2021, shortly after agreeing to terms with former Kansas City wide receiver Mecole Hardman on a one-year deal.