ESPN.com · Dec 8, 2021
Houston Texans cut LB Zach Cunningham after Week 13 benching
HOUSTON -- The Texans have waived linebacker Zach Cunningham, coach David Culley confirmed Wednesday.
Cunningham's release comes after he was suspended for the Texans' Week 13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts because he was late to his scheduled COVID-19 test.
It marked the second time this season Cunningham did not play for violating team rules. In Week 2 against the Cleveland Browns, he was benched for the first quarter for recurring tardiness.
"We've got standards. Didn't feel like those standards had been met consistently. And I feel like I made a decision that was the best for our team. This is about the team, it's not about any individuals," Culley said.
