Zaire Mitchell-Paden is a tight end for the Houston Texans. He entered the league as an undrafted free agent out of Florida Atlantic in 2022. In 2025 he posted 17 receiving yards — 102nd among TEs — over 8 games. Born August 20, 1999, he is in his 2nd season in the league.
Frequently asked questions
How did Zaire Mitchell-Paden perform in Week 10 of 2025?
Mitchell-Paden caught 1 of 1 targets for 14 yards in Houston's 17–7 win over Carolina.
What were Zaire Mitchell-Paden's stats last season (2025)?
In 2025 he caught 2 of 3 targets for 17 yards (102nd among TEs) and 0 touchdowns across 8 games — 2.1 yards per game.
How many receiving yards does Zaire Mitchell-Paden average?
He averaged 2.1 receiving yards per game in 2025 and 5.7 over his last 3 games.
Is Zaire Mitchell-Paden injured?
No — he is active and not on the current injury report.
How old is Zaire Mitchell-Paden?
Zaire Mitchell-Paden is 27 years old — he was born on August 20, 1999.
What position does Zaire Mitchell-Paden play?
Zaire Mitchell-Paden is a tight end for the Houston Texans.
Where did Zaire Mitchell-Paden go to college?
Zaire Mitchell-Paden played college football at Florida Atlantic.
Was Zaire Mitchell-Paden drafted?
No — Zaire Mitchell-Paden went undrafted and entered the NFL as a free agent in 2022.