Texans lure unrestricted free agent Wade Smith

HOUSTON — Offensive lineman Wade Smith, an unrestricted free
agent courted for his versatility, has agreed to terms with the
Houston Texans, his Nashville-based agent, Brian Parker,
confirmed.

Smith’s four-year deal includes $6.25 million in guaranteed
money in the first year and averages about $3 million a season.

An eight-year veteran who started 16 games over the last two
seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, Smith is expected to
challenge for a starting job at guard or center with the Texans.

He also was courted by the Buffalo Bills and Arizona Cardinals.