Texans' Darren Fells: Coach explains usage

Houston interim head coach Romeo Crennel said Fells was not targeted in Sunday's loss to the Packers because of Green Bay's defensive scheme, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

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Crennel said his wide receivers were able to get open and make plays, so it would appear the game dictated receiver usage. It was curious to see Fells, who has three touchdown receptions this year, without a target in 78 snaps. The 6-foot-7 tight end usually presents a large target in the red zone, but the Texans had to settle for field goals on two trips inside the 20. The Texans are on a bye Week 8, and Crennel hopes tight end Jordan Akins (ankle) will be ready to play Week 9 against the Jaguars, which would impact Fells' playing time.