The addition of cornerback Keion Crossen to the Texans' roster in August provided them with a versatile reserve defensive back and a special-teams contributor.
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A former New England Patriots seventh-round draft pick from Western Carolina who earned a Super Bowl ring as a rookie, Crossen was traded to the Texans for a sixth-round draft pick.
Crossen has played in 11 games this season, recording 10 tackles and one pass defensed.
"Keion brings a lot of energy to the team," Texans coach Bill O'Brien said.