HOUSTON – The Houston Texans owner Bob McNair told 11 News Tuesday morning they are evaluating the status of controversial running back Larry Johnson.
McNair’s comments come despite Johnson’s well publicized off-the-field problems.
The Texans owner isn’t denying the team’s interest in Johnson.
“Number one can he help our team as a football player, and number two can he fit in with our team,” said McNair.
Texans safety Bernard Pollard said he would welcome his former Kansas City teammate.
“Larry is a great guy. He’s just been misunderstood, and when given a second chance, I know he’ll take full advantage of it,” said Pollard.
When asked if the team was perusing Johnson, head coach Gary Kubiak said, “General Manager Rick smith evaluates all available personnel and he is in charge of that.”
The 5 and 4 Texans are averaging less than 100 yards per game running.
