Houston Texans
Ben Tate - #44 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 215 lbs. |
| Birthday | 08/21/1988 |
| Birthplace | Newark, MD |
| College | Auburn |
| Years played | 4 |
| Drafted | 2010, 2nd round, 26th pick by Texans |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 65 | 279 | 2 |
Texans RB Tate developing undesirable reputation
The Texans, when healthy, have arguably the most talented one-two backfield punch in the NFL. But backup Ben Tate is proving that staying healthy is a tall order.
RB Grimes rejoins Texans
The Texans claimed RB Jonathan Grimes off waivers from the Jets and waived LB Mister Alexander.
Texans add DT McClain
The Texans signed DT Terrell McClain and placed rookie DE David Hunter on injured reserve with a toe injury.
NFL Links: Luck more impressive than RG3?
Andrew Luck is still better than RG3, Wade Phillips has the Texans' pass rush humming and Chiefs fans are feeling neglected.
AFC South Spin cycle: Texans send message to rest of AFC
The Texans sent an emphatic message to the rest of the AFC in Week Seven: the road to New Orleans appears likely to travel through Houston.
Texans first-rounder Mercilus starting to flash
First-round OLB Whitney Mercilus played the best game of his young career in the Texans' Week Seven pasting of the Ravens.
Texans rout Ravens in battle of AFC's best
Matt Schaub threw two touchdown passes and the Texans dominated a showdown of the AFC's two teams, routing the Ravens 43-13 on Sunday.
AFC South Spin cycle: Texans' mistakes add up
The Titans got a much-needed win over the Steelers, Glover Quin and the Texans were humbled by the Packers and the Colts were crushed by the Jets.
Packers topple Texans behind Rodgers' six TDs
Aaron Rodgers set a career high six touchdown passes, and the Packers routed the previously unbeaten Texans 42-24 on Sunday night.
NFL Links: Texans' offense in no rush
The Texans aren't conforming to the NFL's hurry-up trends, Alex Smith is suddenly a savior and Pete Carroll squares off with his old team.
Cushing's absence likely to be felt most in Texans' dime package
The Texans will miss ILB Brian Cushing in a number of ways, but likely none greater than his coverage abilities in Houston's dime package.
Phillips: Slauson's block on Cushing 'unnecessary'
Texans defensive coordinator Wade Phillips said the block by Jets OG Matt Slauson that ended LB Brian Cushing's season was "unnecessary."
Broncos add WR-KR Holliday
The Broncos claimed WR-KR Trindon Holliday off waivers from the Texans, the team announced Thursday.
Texans sign LB Ruud
The Texans signed LB Barrett Ruud and released KR Trindon Holliday on Wednesday. They placed LB Brian Cushing on injured reserve.
Week Six primer: How deep are the Packers' problems?
Eric Edholm provides a sneak peek into Week Six, including what to watch for in the big Packers-Texans matchup on Sunday night.
PLAYER NEWS
Tate had four rushes for 17 yards in a 23-6 loss to Minnesota on Sunday.|||||||
Tate could start Sunday against the Colts if Arian Foster's health is a concern.
Tate was active for Sunday's game against Tennessee.|||||||
Tate has missed the last four games with a hamstring injury.
Tate (toe) had a good day at practice on Wednesday, according to Texans coach Gary Kubiak.|||||||
Tate, the primary backup to Houston star running back Arian Foster, continues to work his way back from a toe injury.
Tate added 74 yards and two scores and the Texans overwhelmed the Jaguars in a 27-7 victory that wasn't nearly as close as the final score.|||||||
Tate is averaging 4.7 yards per carry.
Texans running back Arian Foster and cornerback Johnathan Joseph, both selected to the Pro Bowl this week, are inactive for Sunday's regular-season finale against Tennessee.|||||||
Tate, who needs 155 yards rushing to reach 1,000 for the season, is starting for Foster.
