Following an All-Pro season as the Texans’ top defender, Stingley is eligible for an extension for the first time this offseason. The Texans can pick up his fifth-year option before May 1, lengthening their time to agree to a new deal before the former No. 3 overall pick hits the market in 2026.

Derek Stingley Jr. has spent all of his NFL career with the Houston Texans. The cornerback said Monday he hopes that doesn’t change soon, or ever. “I want to be here forever,” Stingley said. Stingley is eligible for an extension for the first time this offseason as he heads into the final year of his rookie deal.

In terms of future talks, the Texans can push it back by exercising the fifth-year club option. If they do that, it could just be to create more time for talks and create a placeholder for his deal. The Texans want to stay in business with Stingley for years and years to come. Both sides are properly motivated.

Cornerback Derek Stingley Jr.'s third season with the Texans was his best as an NFL player and he hopes there are many more years in Houston to come. Stingley missed 14 games with injuries over his first two seasons,

Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. has emerged as one of the NFL's best this season. He breaks down three memorable interceptions that showcase his talent.

Texans CB Derek Stingley Jr. is eligible for an extension this offseason as he heads into the final year of his rookie deal before the fifth-year option that is likely to be picked up.

Derek Stingley Jr, the first significant piece in a three-year rebuild out in Houston, was named a first-team All-Pro by the Associated Press on Friday. He is the Texans’ first recipient of this accolade since wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins in 2019 and the second defensive player all-time, joining three-time Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt.

Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. was named to the Associated Press' All-Pro team, Houston's first selection since 2019.

HOUSTON — C.J. Stroud called Derek Stingley Jr. "the most talented player he's ever played with." Kamari Lassiter said Stingley was the best player he's ever seen. Calen Bullock referred to him as "All-Pro Sting," well before he even earned the honor.

Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr.'s second interception against Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is returned for 13 yards.