07-31-2011, 04:37 PM
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Former Patriots, A&M end Warren visiting Texans
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Former New England defensive end Ty Warren is coming to Houston on Monday to visit with the Texans.
Former Cleveland fullback Lawrence Vickers doesn't have to come to Houston to visit with the Texans because he already resides here. The Texans are interested in Vickers to replace Vonta Leach, who signed with Baltimore today.
Warren, 30, is a Bryan native who played at Texas A&M. He was New England's first-round pick in 2003. He missed last season because of a hip injury but says he's 100 percent now.
"I'm an open book," Warren said while visiting with the Denver Broncos. "I've passed my physical. I'm ready to play. I'd love to come back to Texas. We'll see what happens."
Vickers, who grew up in Beaumont, spent his first five seasons with the Browns. Their new coaching staff wants a versatile fullback rather than one who's just a powerful lead blocker. Vickers is a leader blocker in the Leach mold.
Tight end James Casey is doing to get the first chance at Leach's job, but the Texans will have to sign a veteran, too.
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