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Pierre Thomas Signs With Texans, Will Compete For Third Down Back Role

The Texans have "replaced" Arian Foster just two days after his horrific groin injury during the team's first padded practice. Saints writer Dave Cariello tells us what we are getting with Pierre Thomas' acquisition.

Mark Berman and Aaron Wilson have both confirmed (simultaneously, I might add) that Pierre Thomas will be signing with the Texans.

— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) August 5, 2015

Texans plan to sign running back Pierre Thomas following successful tryout today per sources also worked out Ben Malena and Joe McKnight

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) August 5, 2015

The former Saint was brought in for a workout last night in the wake of Arian Foster’s severe groin injury and passed his physical.