The Houston Texans have extended the contract of Executive Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager Rick Smith by four years. He is now under contract through the 2020 season.
“We are thrilled to announce a four-year contract extension for Rick Smith,” said Founder, Chairman and CEO Robert C. McNair. “I believe it is critical to have stability within an organization and Rick is an important part of our team. He knows what our objectives are and is well-respected within our organization and throughout the league. This extension helps us build toward our goal of long-term success in the NFL.