Desmond King
29-Year-Old
2023 Defense Stats
TCKL
47
SACKS
1.0
INT
0
FF
0
TD
0
2024 Projections
2023 Fantasy Outlook
King wrapped up a second successful season with Houston, recording 93 tackles (fourth on team) and picking off two passes. In addition to his work in the secondary, King was Houston's top punt returner, averaging 9.4 yards on 33 returns. The top two cornerback spots are open in theory, but 2022 first-round draft pick, Derek Stingley, is one preferred starter. That leaves King competing with Steven Nelson and Shaquille Griffin. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
Returning to Houston
King and the Texans agreed on a one-year, $1.8 million contract Saturday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
King signed with Houston in November after being cut by the Steelers a month earlier, appearing in their final seven games of the regular season as well as both of their postseason matchups. The defensive back racked up a total of 64 tackles, including 2.0 sacks, while also deflecting two passes in those nine games. King also operated as a return specialist for the Texans, compiling 109 yards on punt returns and another 23 yards on kick returns. He can earn up to $2.2 million in his new deal with Houston, and he'll look to carve out a consistent role with the ascending Texans.
King signed with Houston in November after being cut by the Steelers a month earlier, appearing in their final seven games of the regular season as well as both of their postseason matchups. The defensive back racked up a total of 64 tackles, including 2.0 sacks, while also deflecting two passes in those nine games. King also operated as a return specialist for the Texans, compiling 109 yards on punt returns and another 23 yards on kick returns. He can earn up to $2.2 million in his new deal with Houston, and he'll look to carve out a consistent role with the ascending Texans.
NFL Stats
Loading NFL Stats...
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2023 NFL Game Log
Loading Game Log...
Snap Distribution / Depth Chart
Snap Counts
Snap %
2023 Desmond King Split Stats
Loading NFL Split Stats...
Measurables Review
How do Desmond King's measurables compare to other cornerbacks?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
5' 10"Weight
200 lbsShuttle Time
4.18 secCone Drill
6.67 secVertical Jump
34.0 inBroad Jump
117 inBench Press
14 repsHand Length
9.63 inArm Length
31.13 in
Recent RotoWire Articles Featuring Desmond King See More
Facing a tough defense with the bull's eye on him, Sunday's showdown with Buffalo will help clarify just how good Rashee Rice can be.
The Steelers might assign Joey Porter to Stefon Diggs, but if so the decision might backfire against Pittsburgh.
Latest Fantasy Rumors
Won't stick long in Pittsburgh
The Steelers plan to release or trade King in the near future, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
King signed with the Steelers this summer after spending the last two years in Houston. However, he's been on the field for only 16 total snaps -- 15 on special teams and one on defense. He had five interceptions combined between 2021 and 2022, so he should find a role somewhere around the league after his time in Pittsburgh comes to an end.
King signed with the Steelers this summer after spending the last two years in Houston. However, he's been on the field for only 16 total snaps -- 15 on special teams and one on defense. He had five interceptions combined between 2021 and 2022, so he should find a role somewhere around the league after his time in Pittsburgh comes to an end.
2018 Fantasy Outlook
The do-it-all secondary player was a certifiable weapon for the Chargers' defense last season, tallying 76 tackles, four sacks and an interception in his rookie campaign. While the selection of 2018 first-round-pick Derwin James likely ends any hope of King earning a starting spot at safety, the 23-year-old is expected to reprise his role as a multi-faceted cornerback capable of blitzing from the box or covering receivers in nickel and dime sets.
More Fantasy News
Leads Houston in tackling
King finished Sunday's 26-3 win over the Titans with eight tackles (three solo).
ANALYSIS
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Productive day in defeat
King recorded 11 tackles, including two for a loss, and a pass defensed in the Texans' 36-22 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Season-best performance in win
King racked up 11 tackles (six solo) and one sack in Sunday's 19-16 overtime win over Tennessee.
ANALYSIS
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Season-high tackle total Sunday
King recorded 10 tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 22-17 win versus the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Earns new role
King will become the Texans' primary nickelback beginning Sunday against the Broncos, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Subscribe now to instantly reveal our take on this news.