The Texans were allegedly in hot pursuit of Nnamdi Asomugha. I've already stated my position on Asomugha and it made no sense on so many levels for him to play for the Texans. Yet it was reported that the Texans, along with the Jets and 49ers, were in the top three in pursuit for Asomugha's services.
Instead the Texans went for a more reasonable decision in agreeing to terms with former Cincinnati Bungles Johnathan Joseph. According to an ESPN's Adam Schefter tweeted and the Houston Chronicle's John McClain also reported that Joseph agreed to a five year deal valued at $48.75 million that includes $23.5 guaranteed with a $12.5 million signing bonus.
Joseph brings more talent to the table than the Texans have on the roster. At age 27, barring injuries, he has upside and potential than trying to bring in another rookie or young corner. Joseph's best year was 2009 season. He had 20 passes defended, 6 INTs with one returned for a TD and also forced one fumble.
2010 he had some injury issues and only started 12 games. Given the Texans horrible defense last year even 12 games out of Joseph would have had an effect.
The bottom line is the Texans added a significant upgrade to the defense at a reasonable cost. They did pay a high price but not in the stratosphere where Asomugha's salary will reside. It also leaves money to pursue more defensive help. According to the McClain's article, the Texans are now involved in the hunt for safety Danieal Manning.
In other Texans news, defensive tackle Amobi Okoye and wide receiver David Anderson were informed they were free to seek trades to other teams. If they cannot find a trade, I expect they will be cut to clear up cap room for another signing or two such as make a serious run at keeping fullback Vonta Leech.
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