Texans Release Veteran Wide Receiver in Last-Minute Move Ahead of Playoff Opener

In a shocking move, the Houston Texans have released veteran wide receiver Will Fuller V, just hours before their highly anticipated matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Wild Card game. Fuller, who was drafted by the Texans with the 61st overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft and spent nearly eight seasons with the team, was reportedly struggling to find his footing on the field of late. Despite being a key contributor for much of his tenure, Fuller’s production had been dwindling in recent weeks. However, despite the move, Texans coach Lovie Smith remained tight-lipped about the reasons behind Fuller’s release. “We’re just trying to get the best out of our guys,” Smith said during his pre-game press conference. “We’re looking for people who can make plays and contribute to our team’s success.” Fuller’s departure leaves a significant void in the Texans’ receiving corps, which is now poised to rely heavily on a younger group of receivers led by Davis Mills and Nico Collins. Despite the loss of Fuller, the Texans are confident that they have enough talent and depth at wide receiver to make a deep playoff run. “We’re not worried about Will,” said defensive end Derek Rivers. “We’ve got guys who can step up and fill his shoes.” As for Fuller, he seemed unfazed by his sudden departure from the team. When asked for comment on his release, he simply stated that he was grateful for the opportunity to play with the Texans organization and wished his former teammates all the best in their playoff run.