Paulsen is signing with Washington, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's a good spot for Paulsen to compete for playing time, considering Washington is losing Jordan Reed (free agent) and Vernon Davis (retirement) this offseason. The team still needs more help at tight end, considering Paulsen didn't play any NFL games last season and has never gone over 308 yards in a campaign. That 308-yard season actually occurred back in 2012 for Washington.

Paulsen was released by the Texans on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Paulsen has been buried on the depth chart all season, and has failed to see the field as a result. Thus, there is no surprise that the Texans have ultimately opted to part ways with the veteran tight end. He is now free to look for a new gig.

Paulsen (coach's decision) won't play in Monday's season opener against the Saints, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Listed as the No. 4 option, Paulsen seemingly only provides depth to Houston's tight end unit. With Darren Fells, Jordan Akins and Jerell Adams all healthy and active for Monday, Houston will let Paulsen sit on the sideline.

The Texans will sign Paulsen, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Paulsen will give the Texans some added tight end depth, and his signing figures to foreshadow an IR move or two. The 32-year-old is a strong blocker, but it's been awhile since he's been on the fantasy radar for his pass-catching skills.

Paulsen was released by the Falcons on Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Paulsen is the definition of a reliable veteran tight end, but found himself the odd man out in Atlanta with Austin Hooper and Luke Stocker already holding down the fort. The 32-year-old should face little difficulty finding a role with a needy team elsewhere in the league.

Paulsen re-signed Saturday with the Falcons on a one-year deal.

EDGE Analysis

It's a bit odd to see the Falcons bring back Paulsen given the team recently signed former Titans tight end Luke Stocker who profiles similarly as a blocking-first option. Still, the veteran tight end was reliable in his first stint in Atlanta, playing in 362 offensive snaps across 15 games. The nature of both Paulsen and Stocker's contract would suggest that should one outplay the other during training camp, the Falcons could opt to cut ties prematurely.

Paulsen recorded a 19-yard reception during Sunday's 34-32 win against the Buccaneers.

EDGE Analysis

Paulsen fought through knee and ankle injuries that kept him limited in Wednesday's practice, snapping a three-game catch-less streak with his 19-yard reception against the Buccaneers putrid pass defense Sunday. The 31-year-old tight end doesn't offer much by way of receiving production with just 12 receptions for 106 yards over his past 31 appearances, but he offers proficient run-blocking abilities for a unit that needs all the help it can get in that category after finishing as the sixth-worst rush offense in 2018 (98.3 yards per game). With his contract expiring over the offseason, it remains to be seen if Paulsen will be back in Atlanta for a second campaign with the Dirty Birds.

Paulsen (knee/ankle) was a full practice participant Thursday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Paulsen began the week as a limited practice participant from the knee and ankle issues that have plagued him for most of December. Assuming the 31-year-old avoids a setback Friday, he should be good to go for Sunday's season finale at Tampa Bay.

Paulsen (knee) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Paulsen's status remains largely up in the air at the moment. Perhaps more clarity will surface as Sunday inches closer but for now things are a bit murky. Look for Eric Saubert to slide into the No. 2 tight end spot if Paulsen can't give it a go.

Paulsen (knee/ankle) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Paulsen was limited in practice all week, but appears on track to play through his lingering knee and ankle issues Week 16. Expect the depth tight end to see most of his offensive usage as a blocker, as per usual.