HOUSTON – The Texans signed former San Francisco 49ers cornerback Jason Verrett to the practice squad.
Verrett worked out for the Texans on Friday along with former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Kyron Johnson and former Las Vegas Raiders corner Anthony Averett.
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Verrett, 32, is a former Chargers first-round draft pick from TCU. He played for the San Francisco 49ers the past few seasons, including current Texans coach DeMeco Ryans and defensive passing game coordinator Cory Undlin. He has 145 career tackles and seven interceptions. Verrett tore his Achilles tendon last November. He is fully healthy now and looked good in drills at his first practice Wednesday.
“It’s nice adding Jason to the practice squad,” Ryans said. “I think he brings that veteran experience – really just an outstanding young man first and foremost off the field. So, it’s great to have him in the building, just from a ‘How does a professional do it?’ That’s what Jason brings to us, but also just a very talented guy.
“He’s had some ups and downs when it’s come to the injuries, but when he’s on and he’s healthy, he’s probably one of the best corners that I’ve been around when it comes to playing sticky coverage, playing man-coverage. Smart player, can make plays on the football. It’s good to add him to our practice squad and see what he can bring for us.”
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— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) October 11, 2023
Aaron Wilson is a Texans and NFL reporter for KPRC 2 and click2houston.com