Texans' addition of DeAndre Carter paying dividends

When the Texans claimed kick returner DeAndre Carter off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles, they hoped he would make an impact on special teams.

Carter has definitely been solid in that area, providing good field position.

As a wide receiver, Carter has emerged as a valuable addition with starter Keke Coutee out for the past three games with a hamstring injury.

Carter has caught 10 passes for 101 yards, including a 50-yard reception Saturday during a win over the New York Jets. Carter has also averaged 25.3 yards per kickoff return and 8.3 yards per punt return.

"He's been good," Texans coach Bill O'Brien said. "He was a good pickup for us. He's a tough guy. He's got good playing strength.…