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Mark Lane

Dameon Pierce expected to eventually take over as Texans’ top running back

The Houston Texans addressed running back in a meaningful way for the first time since 2017.

On Day 3 in the fourth round, Houston used their No. 107 overall pick to select former Florida running back Dameon Pierce.

According to Pro Football Focus, Pierce was considered a “good” draft pick by the Texans, and he has the promise to take over for Rex Burkhead as the lead back in the offense.

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