Andre Brown to Texans: Latest Contract Details, Analysis and Reaction

Updates from Tuesday, April 8

The Houston Texans confirmed their deal with Andre Brown on the team's Twitter account:

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It hasn't been an easy road for Andre Brown, but following two productive seasons with the New York Giants, he is headed to the Houston Texans after agreeing to a one-year deal with the franchise.   

John McClain of the Houston Chronicle broke the news on Twitter:

He later provided the numbers for Brown's one-year deal with the team:

Brown got in on the fun as he tweeted out a photo during his signing:

The deal for the Texans comes on the heels of losing Ben Tate to the Cleveland Browns at the beginning of free agency. Tate filled in nicely for the injured Arian Foster last season, but Brown will now take over the backup duties in the Lone Star state.

Following the announcement, Brad Evans of Yahoo Sports provided his thoughts on the deal and what it could mean for Texans fans and fantasy owners alike:

After starring in the backfield for N.C. State, Brown bounced around the league for several seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos and Washington Redskins before finally finding a home with the Giants.

Despite his multiple injuries, Brown was productive in New York, even leading the team in rushing last season with 492 yards and three touchdowns in just eight games. The durability issues could continue to be a concern for Brown, but he should have a chance to thrive behind Foster if he stays healthy.

Giants owner John Mara was hoping to get Brown back in a Giants jersey during the 2014 season, but will now have to move on without the 27-year-old, per Art Stapleton of The Record:

Former teammate Eli Manning spoke about Brown's ability on the field, per Tom Rock of Newsday:

With a nose for the end zone he showed back in 2012 with the Giants, scoring eight touchdowns in just 10 games, expect to see Brown in goal-line packages for the Texans in relief of Foster.

If Foster is unable to remain healthy throughout the season, Brown also has the ability to be a lead back in Houston after doing so in New York. His bruising power also makes the 6'0", 227-pound back a perfect complement to Foster in the Texans' backfield.

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