* HOUSTON* – The Houston Texans announce they have released the following players:
Jeff Charleston, defensive end
Earl Cochran, defensive end
Sam Cowart, linebacker
Kevin Curtis, free safety
Mark Estelle, cornerback
Aaron Halterman, tight end
David Loverne, guard
Nick Luchey, fullback
Kenneth Pettway, linebacker
Cody Pickett, quarterback
Quinton Porter, quarterback
Richie Ross, wide receiver
Jake Schifino, wide receiver
Antowain Smith, running back
John Walker, free safety
Courtney Watson, linebacker
Chris Watton, guard
Tramon Williams, cornerback
Darrell Wright, defensive end
The Texans currently have 55 players on the roster. The final roster cuts are due to the NFL on Saturday, Sept. 2, with a maximum of 53 players. Teams can establish a practice squad on Sunday, Sept. 3.
The Texans have moved the following player to the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list:
Kailee Wong, linebacker