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Nick Caserio
GM since Jan 2021(5 years, 6 mo)
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On the Contract Value Index, Nick Caserio's front office has been significantly overpaying relative to production (F Contract Value Index). That ranks 2nd of 32 on Sentiment among graded GMs. Reaction to the front office’s moves has been positive (B+ Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal.
About Nick Caserio
Background and career path of the Houston Texans general manager.
Path to the role
Caserio played quarterback at Division III John Carroll University, earned a finance degree and was a three-time academic all-conference selection — and a college teammate of future head coach Josh McDaniels. He worked as a graduate assistant while earning an MBA, then joined the New England Patriots in 2001. Over 20 years in New England he rose to director of player personnel and contributed to six Super Bowl titles before the Houston Texans hired him as general manager in January 2021.
Philosophy & notable moves
Caserio brought the Patriots' personnel methodology to a Texans franchise in need of a full rebuild. His tenure is defined by reshaping the roster around a young nucleus and reestablishing Houston as a playoff team. Trained in one of the league's most demanding front offices, he is known for an exhaustive, detail-driven approach to roster construction.
Fun facts
- He contributed to six Super Bowl championships during 20 seasons with the New England Patriots.
- He played quarterback in college and was a three-time academic all-conference pick — and a teammate of coach Josh McDaniels.
- He earned an MBA while working as a graduate assistant early in his career.
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Transactions
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Fan Votes
5 years
Tenure
League Comparison
#2
Sentiment Rank
of 32 GMs
#29
Most Active
58 moves
Contract Value
F
Poor contract value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
The Houston Texans have been paying a premium this season, with several contracts that outpace the expected production level. Across 42 contracts, 4 grade out as good value and 6 look like overpays based on comparable deals around the league. The best bang-for-the-buck deal was David Montgomery (A-) at $8.3M/yr — getting running back production well above the price point. The priciest commitment relative to production was Brandon Codrington (D-) at $1.1M/yr — the cornerback market may have been richer than the on-field return suggests. Cap flexibility could become a concern if these contracts don't produce at the expected level.
Public Sentiment
B+
Strong reception
NegativeMixedPositive
Nick Caserio has put together a solid set of 2026 moves for the Houston Texans, with more well-received decisions than misses. Of 58 graded moves, 16 landed well with the fanbase, 25 drew mixed reactions, and 17 were viewed negatively. The standout move was bringing in K'Von Wallace (A+), which generated the most positive buzz. The most questioned decision was the Xavier Thomas signing (F), which drew the sharpest criticism. The fanbase remains split — some moves look promising while others need time to prove their worth.
Draft History (During Tenure)
Elite drafter — 87% hit rate (Rds 1-3)2026 Draft
All 2026 Transactions
C+
C+
SigningJul 29, 2026
Houston Texans sign WR DJ Turner
D
D
ReleaseJul 29, 2026
Houston Texans release TE Louis Hansen
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About this general manager
Nick Caserio is the general manager of the Houston Texans, in his 6th year as the lead executive. FanVerdicts covers every NFL GM and the full body of moves they've made — and asks fans to render the verdict. Cast your Fan Verdict on Nick Caserio, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts brings its own read too — the contract value of the deals they signed, the performance of the players they assembled, and the sentiment around recent moves — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index F, Performance B, Sentiment B+.
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