NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport broke the news Sunday that the New England Patriots have traded Mallett to the Houston Texans, according to a source. The Patriots received a conditional 2016 seventh-round pick, per Rapoport.
Now he'll attempt to get on the field with the Texans, who are coached by former Pats offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien.
It's a much better situation for Mallett, who no longer has to look up to a living legend on the depth chart. Ryan Fitzpatrick will open the season as Houston's starter, with rookie Tom Savage also in the mix.
Don't be surprised if Mallett eventually sees game action for a Texans team searching for a passer they can trust.
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Now he'll attempt to get on the field with the Texans, who are coached by former Pats offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien.
It's a much better situation for Mallett, who no longer has to look up to a living legend on the depth chart. Ryan Fitzpatrick will open the season as Houston's starter, with rookie Tom Savage also in the mix.
Don't be surprised if Mallett eventually sees game action for a Texans team searching for a passer they can trust.
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