Texans coach Gary Kubiak fully expects WR DeVier Posey (Achilles') to play in 2013. "How early is the question," Kubiak said. "We're making a decision on him at the end of camp because of the PUP and those type of things." Posey expects to participate in individual drills in next week's minicamp. Achilles' injuries are rapidly becoming less daunting to return from, but it would be stunning if Posey avoided the PUP list to begin the season.

Texans WR DeVier Posey (Achilles') is expected to be on the field "doing drills" at next week's minicamp. Coach Gary Kubiak recently classified Posey's recovery as "ahead of schedule," and this is confirmation. Posey has been running on an anti-gravity treadmill, and his next step is to get on the field. We wouldn't expect him to do a whole lot, but it's a sign that the second-year wideout could contribute in 2013.

Speaking at Texans OTAs Monday, coach Gary Kubiak described WR DeVier Posey's Achilles' rehab as "ahead of schedule." Kubiak did admit Posey is a candidate to open the season on PUP, although that decision will be made at a much later date. A 2012 third-rounder out of Ohio State, Posey will not be counted on for 2013 impact after a slow rookie year.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Texans expect WR DeVier Posey (Achilles) to begin the season on the reserve/PUP list. It means Posey will miss at least the first six games. It was almost certainly a factor in the Texans taking Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins with the No. 27 pick, though they had a major need at wideout regardless of Posey's healthy. At this stage, Posey is little more than Dynasty league sleeper for fantasy purposes.

Texans coach Gary Kubiak says WR DeVier Posey (Achilles) could "possibly (be) a middle of the season player." "He's doing well," Kubiak said Tuesday. Posey went down in Houston's Divisional Round loss, and underwent surgery on January 19. Right now, he's a candidate for the PUP list, but it's possible he'll be placed on injured reserve before Week 1 depending on how his rehab is going. Posey can't be counted on to contribute in fantasy leagues this season.

In addition to an Achilles' tear, Texans WR DeVier Posey is recovering from a fractured hand. "He had a little fracture, he got that taken care of," GM Rick Smith revealed. As to Posey's Achilles' recovery -- a far bigger concern than the hand -- Smith stated, "It's typically an 8-9 month, and don't quote me on this, rehab process for him, typically speaking. I don't know where he is or how that works."

Texans WR DeVier Posey underwent surgery for his torn Achilles' tendon on January 19. Posey says the injury happened as he was running down field, then the tendon snapped as he was trying to stop and come back on a route. He called the injury "a blessing in disguise" because he won't have to miss any "official" games. That means Posey is planning on being ready for Week 1, but we'd say his chances of even being much of a factor in 2013 are slim.

Speaking at Monday's season-ending presser, Texans coach Gary Kubiak said he doesn't have a timetable for WR DeVier Posey's (Achilles) recovery. Kubiak also said Posey had put himself in position to challenge for a starting job in 2013 before going down. That's unlikely to be the case now, however, as Posey is facing long odds of being ready for Week 1. As Demaryius Thomas and others have proven, a torn Achilles is no longer a career-jeopardizing injury for younger players, but Posey is unlikely to be a big contributor in 2013.

The Houston Chronicle reports DeVier Posey suffered a torn Achilles' tendon in Sunday's season-ending loss at New England.

Texans WR DeVier Posey was carted off the field late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's Divisional round game versus the Patriots with an apparent lower leg injury. The rookie is obviously done for the final five minutes with the Texans down 10 points. Posey had just hauled in a 25-yard circus catch for a touchdown the series before the injury occurred. Houston's third receiver finished the game with three catches for 47 yards and the score. Provided the injury isn't a long-term concern, Posey is a good bet to overtake Kevin Walter for the No. 2 job in 2013.