5 Chicago Bears trade partners for running back Khalil Herbert

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4. Houston Texans

The Houston Texans ran the ball successfully in Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. While the Colts' defense has struggled against the run, the addition of Joe Mixon to the Texans' backfield is what made the difference. Mixon, however, has been dealing with an injury of late that has forced him to miss action.

Texans' offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik comes from the 49ers, and we already discussed the fit in this type of offense. Beyond that fit, the Texans also have Bill Lazor on staff, who was the offensive coordinator when Herbert was drafted. 

Joe Mixon may not be out long-term, but we already saw him banged up after handling a big workload. The Texans have serious Super Bowl aspirations and look good in the AFC picture after beating the Buffalo Bills. They not only need insurance for Joe Mixon, but they also need someone to take some of his workload. Herbert would be a great fit.