Texans sign Jacques Reeves…

HOUSTON TEXANS SIGN CB REEVES

HOUSTON – The Houston Texans have signed unrestricted free agent CB Jacques Reeves, the team announced today.

Reeves (5-11, 188) played the first four years of his career with the Dallas Cowboys where he appeared in 60 games. He was taken in the seventh round of the 2004 NFL Draft out of Purdue. During his first three seasons, he was a key contributor on special teams, recording 28 special teams stops. He returned 13 kickoffs in his rookie season for 199 yards and a long of 27 yards.

Reeves broke into the staring lineup last season appearing in all 16 games with a career-high 13 starts at cornerback. He finished the season with 60 tackles (52 solo) and recorded his first career interception in Week 1 against the New York Giants (9/9/07) that he returned 18 yards.

Reeves, a native of Lancaster, Texas, played the Cowboys divisional round playoff game against the Giants (1/13/08). He tied for the team high with five tackles.

While at Purdue, Reeves appeared in every game during his career making 140 tackles, 17 passes defensed, seven interceptions, four forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. As a senior he recorded 64 tackles, one sacks and a pair of interceptions.

Following free agent the Texans have signed from other teams (1):

CB Jacques Reeves (5-11, 188) Last team: Dallas Cowboys

Following free agent the Texans have re-signed (1):

WR André Davis (6-1, 195) Unrestricted Free Agent

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