Texans Reportedly Set To Release Arian Foster

The Houston Texans will most likely release running back Arian Foster before next month’s free agency period, according to the Houston Chronicle, which cites multiple unidentified sources.

This decision would not come as a complete surprise, given the fact that Foster is coming off a torn Achilles tendon in October and is scheduled to be paid just under $9 million against the salary cap. He also underwent groin surgery. These two injuries allowed him to only play four games this season.

Foster, 29, is now entering the final year of his contract, which calls for a non-guaranteed base salary of $6.5 million. Although recovery times typically vary, 9-12 months is the estimated timeframe for Foster, according to the same report.

“Well, we’ll have to see how healthy he is,” Texans owner Bob McNair said. “But until we know that, there’s really not much you can think about.”

Foster is the all-time franchise leader in rushing yards (6,472) and touchdowns (54).

Fortunately, the Texans may just be able to count on second-year running back Alfred Blue, who played well enough this season to help Houston advance to the playoffs. Blue had 183 carries for 698 yards and two touchdowns.