NFL Running Back Surprise Move Continues

Each off-season brings with it surprising decisions from the league's teams.

Along with making difficult decisions, teams choose surprising moves

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that they think will help the team in the long run.

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Houston Texans made such a decision. According to multiple reports,

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the team released the veteran running back Marlon Mack.

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ESPN's Adam Schefter was the first to get the news.

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The move is somewhat surprising, given the fact

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that Mac has gotten its momentum back this season.

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After an Achilles tear, he struggled to regain his agility.

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Despite the strong showing in the game, the Texans decided to move on.

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