The Texans knew there was a chance that they would have to find a new defensive end after they decided not to use the franchise tag on Jonathan Greenard.

And that's exactly what happened. Greenard agreed to a big deal with the Vikings on Monday, and the Texans countered by agreeing to sign former Titans DE Denico Autry to a 2-year, $20 million contract, per sources.

According to KPRC's Aaron Wilson, only $10.5 million of the deal is guaranteed.

So basically the team can get out of the contract after one season. Which could make some sense as Autry is 33 years old and a dropoff in his performance will likely come sooner rather than later.

As far as sack production, the Texans won't miss much with Autry taking Greenard's place. Autry had 11.5 sacks last season, and Greenard had 12.5.

And while Autry is an older player who will enter this season at 34 years old, he's played every game in 2 of his last 3 seasons. Greenard has yet to have a season where he played every game in his 4-year career.

Autry has 59 sacks and 107 QB hits over his 10-year career.

One thing is for sure, Titans' Jeffery Simmons isn't happy to see his former teammate heading to Houston. That's a good sign.