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Soma Vainuku signs with Texans as undrafted free agent

Soma Vainuku is a Texan.

The Houston Texans signed Vainuku as an undrafted free agent following the 2016 NFL Draft, according to Shane Hallam of DraftTV.

USC FB Soma Vainuku signs with the #Texans

Vainuku’s value in the NFL has largely been linked to his exceptional special teams play. Having said that, he possesses intriguing speed for a runner of his size at fullback. That speed, athleticism and his size at 6-foot, 255 pounds combine to create a human bowling ball whether tracking down returners, going after punts or carrying the football.