The Texans cut Banks on Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Texans' secondary depth is relatively deep, which ultimately led to Banks being the odd man out. The 28-year-old logged 10 tackles (three solo) in three games with the team.

Banks signed a contract with the Texans on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

A second-round pick out of Mississippi State in 2013, Banks never met expectations during parts of four seasons with the Buccaneers, Bears and Lions. That said, at 6-foot-2 and 185 pounds, Banks brings intriguing size at cornerback and will offer some depth in the secondary with the Texans unlikely to have Kevin Johnson (knee) available for the next four to six weeks.

Banks (leg) is expected to sign with the Texans after working out for the team Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Texans have a need at cornerback after losing Kevin Johnson for an estimated four-to-six weeks due to a Grade 2 sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his knee. Banks has played four years in the NFL, totaling 136 tackles, 17 passes defensed and seven interceptions with one touchdown.

Banks (leg) will not suit up for Saturday's game against the Cardinals, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Banks played in nine games last season, recording just six tackles and one pass breakup for three different teams. He's currently competing for a role on special teams, but it is yet to be seen whether this injury will be a long-term issue.

Banks signed a one-year contract with the Bears on Saturday, Adam Jahns of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 27-year-old bounced around last season, playing with three different teams overall. He finished the season with the Bears and has now re-upped with them for one more season. The recent signing of Prince Amukamara likely negates any chance Banks had at landing a starting role in the secondary. However, he could add value as a special teamer.

Banks hurt his ankle during Sunday's 38-10 loss to the Vikings.

EDGE Analysis

The nature of Banks' injury isn't clear. However, he'll be afforded plenty of time to recover with the Bears out of postseason contention.

Banks (ankle) was listed as a full participant in Thursday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Banks hasn't played in weeks since injuring his ankle. However, after logging a limited practice session Wednesday, Banks' complete participation Thursday suggests he'll be ready to make his debut as a member of the Chicago Bears on Saturday against the Redskins.

Banks (ankle) is inactive Sunday against the Packers, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Bears will be limited at cornerback this Sunday as Banks and regular starter Bryce Callahan (knee) are both inactive due to injuries. Banks has only played in six contests this season, so his absence this Sunday shouldn't be too devastating to the Bears' defensive game pan.

Banks (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers.

EDGE Analysis

Banks was a limited participant at practice throughout the week, and appears to be trending toward a true game-time decision Sunday. Deiondre' Hall and Sherrick McManis could see extra work in the secondary if Banks is unable to play and help provide depth.

Banks (ankle) is inactive Sunday against the Lions.

EDGE Analysis

The reserve cornerback will miss his second consecutive game due to an ankle injury. Look for Sherrick McManis, Cre'von LeBlanc, and Deiondre' Hall to all have expanded roles as the only active backup cornerbacks on the roster.