It's tough to find anything wrong with the Houston Texans right now. They are on a five-game winning streak and, given their schedule, looking like a real playoff threat. However, one issue that has been plaguing them pretty much all season has been their health.
They took another big hit when they lost secondary receiver Will Fuller due to a torn ACL in their game against the Miami Dolphins. Fuller was having his best game of the season before the injury happened. He had hauled in five passes for 124 yards and a touchdown en route to a 42-23 win. He has been a great compliment alongside DeAndre Hopkins who is also having a tremendous season so far.
The Texans are already looking for a replacement for Fuller, and one of the guys there are looking at is Brice Butler. Via Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, the Texans will work out former Cowboys wide receiver.
Butler was cut by the Cowboys after they acquired Amari Cooper from the Oakland Raiders. Throughout his career, Butler has caught 73 career passes for 1,177 yards and eight touchdowns in six NFL seasons.
Also, rookie receiver Keke Coutee will get some added opportunity with Fuller's injury though he is still dealing with hamstring issues of his own. They hope to get him back on their next game against the Denver Broncos.
Some may remember that a year ago, the Texans lost J.J. Watt, Whitney Mercilus, and Deshaun Watson to season-ending injuries. All three guys are back healthy and having tremendous seasons. The Texans look to improve on their overall health so they can maximize their talented roster which potentially can make a lot of noise in the playoffs.
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