The Houston Texans have successfully claimed running back Dontrell Hilliard off waivers from the Cleveland Browns. The move was made official on the NFL’s transaction wire on Tuesday.
Hilliard was waived by the Browns over the weekend in order to make room on the roster for Wyatt Teller when the starting right guard was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list. Any hope of bringing Hilliard back to the practice squad was thwarted when the Texans claimed him.
In Houston, Hilliard rejoins former Browns teammate Duke Johnson in the backfield. They were together in Cleveland in 2018, Hilliard’s first season with the Browns. In 30 games over three seasons with the Browns, Hilliard had 22 carries for 97 yards and 22 receptions for 199 yards. He also saw some action as the team’s return specialist.
