Big score for the Texans: They’ve struck a long-term deal with No. 2 receiver Kevin Walter, an unrestricted free agent.
WalterHe looked to be a popular commodity on the first day of free agency. But one primary suitor, Baltimore, traded for Anquan Boldin and Houston was able to get a deal done.
Walter is a sold partner for Andre Johnson in the Texans’ offense and has shown in stretches a good ability to take advantage of the single coverage he’s assured of playing opposite one of the league’s very best.
In a season where Owen Daniels was out for half the games, Walter had 53 catches for 611 yards and two touchdowns in 2009. That was a drop from the two previous seasons when he caught at least 60 balls for at least 800 yards and had a total of 13 touchdowns.
I believe he’s still got upside and if the Texans iron out their running game to create more balance, he stands to push for 1,000 yards if things break correctly for him.
Matt Schaub's got to be very happy.
Walter is a sold partner for Andre Johnson in the Texans’ offense and has shown in stretches a good ability to take advantage of the single coverage he’s assured of playing opposite one of the league’s very best.
In a season where Owen Daniels was out for half the games, Walter had 53 catches for 611 yards and two touchdowns in 2009. That was a drop from the two previous seasons when he caught at least 60 balls for at least 800 yards and had a total of 13 touchdowns.
I believe he’s still got upside and if the Texans iron out their running game to create more balance, he stands to push for 1,000 yards if things break correctly for him.
Matt Schaub's got to be very happy.
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