Tag: Mike Boone

Why the Texans had to keep RB Mike Boone

The Houston Texans went with Mike Boone as their reserve running back behind Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary.

The Houston Texans knew who they wanted as their top two running backs in Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary. Even Dare Ogunbowale figured into the Texans’ plans with the running back stable.

However, one veteran back that grew on the coaching staff and personnel department throughout the offseason program and training camp was Mike Boone.

“Mike is an experienced player,” general manager Nick Caserio told reporters Aug. 30. “He’s taken advantage of his opportunities in games and I’d say he’s taken advantage of some opportunities in practice.”

The former Minnesota Vikings and Denver Broncos running back led all Texans on the ground with 16 carries for 88 yards and a touchdown through three preseason games. Boone was also the Texans’ leader in scrimmage yards in the past two exhibition contests.

“Mike has had a great attitude and he’s been consistent with his performance since he got here,” Caserio said. “Still a younger player even though he has four or five years of experience. It’s good to have those players here, but you can only give one the ball during the game, or probably two. At some point, you’re going to need those players.”

The most work Boone got on offense was in 219 when the Vikings started the 5-10, 205-pound back in two of 16 games active. Boone tallied 49 carries for 273 yards and a touchdown, setting career highs in all three categories.

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WATCH: Texans RB Mike Boone scores 11-yard touchdown against the Saints

Houston Texans running back Mike Boone scored an 11-yard touchdown on the ground against the New Orleans Saints in preseason.

The Houston Texans may have their running back hierarchy, but that is still no reason to sleep on Mike Boone.

The Texans’ RB3 flashed bell-cow moves against the New Orleans Saints Sunday night at the Caesars Superdome. With the score tied 10-10 with 2:29 to go in the second quarter, Boone took a handoff from quarterback E.J. Perry and sprinted 11 yards for a touchdown. Along the way, Boone used the spin cycle to get out of a few would-be Saints tackles.

Boone, 28, has played 57 career games for the Minnesota Vikings and Denver Broncos. Houston signed Boone to a two-year contract in free agency.

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Studs and duds from the Texans’ 28-3 loss to the Dolphins

The Houston Texans had their share of studs and duds in the 28-3 preseason loss to the Miami Dolphins.

The Houston Texans took it on the chin in their second preseason game.

The scoreboard can sometimes be misleading in exhibition contests, including even the concept of winning and losing. But the Miami Dolphins dominated the Texans 28-3 for the home opener inside NRG Stadium Aug. 19.

The Dolphins out-gained the Texans 398 to 186. Miami had control of the football for 38:42 compared to the Texans’ 21:18. Certainly fans in South Beach had more fun observing their offensive backups than did Houston fans, who saw defense and special teams most of the afternoon.

Even though the Texans had a forgettable outing, there were some performances worth mentioning both good and bad.

Get to know Mike Boone: How the Broncos RB can mesh with Texans’ offense

What can the Houston Texans expect from former Denver Broncos RB Mike Boone? @byjonheath from @thebroncoswire provided valuable insight.

The Houston Texans are in the midst of a completing a rebuild.

Part of the job is gathering the materials to pull it off, namely free agents on short-term deals.

Among the Texans’ most surprising signings was veteran running back Mike Boone, who spent the last two seasons with the Denver Broncos as valuable depth in their backfield.

Broncos Wire managing Jon Heath provided insight as to how Boone might be able to help out in new offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik’s offense. Here is a look at a different perspective on the Boone signing.

Texans signing ex-Broncos RB Mike Boone to 2-year contract

Mike Boone is leaving the Broncos to sign a two-year, $3.1 million contract with the Texans.

The Houston Texans have agreed to terms with former Denver Broncos running back Mike Boone on a two-year, $3.1 million contract, according to KPRC-TV’s Aaron Wilson.

After spending the first three years of his career as a depth running back and special teams ace with the Minnesota Vikings, Boone signed a two-year deal with the Broncos in 2021, reuniting with general manager George Paton.

Boone struggled with injuries during his two years in Denver, missing nine games in 2021 and eight games in 2022. He was productive when healthy, averaging 4.9 yards per carry, but the Broncos were ready to move on this offseason.

Boone totaled 255 yards from scrimmage in 17 games in Denver and played 150 snaps on special teams. Boone served as the Broncos’ RB3, and he will likely have a similar role in Houston. Boone’s replacement in Denver might not yet be on the roster.

We are tracking all of the team’s free agency moves on Broncos Wire.

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Breaking down the Texans’ contract with RB Mike Boone

Here are the details of the contract with the Houston Texans and RB Mike Boone.

The Houston Texans added a running back early in free agency who can at least backup Dameon Pierce and also provide as a contributor on special teams.

Aaron Wilson from KPRC-TV was able to obtain the details of the Texans’ two-year contract with running back Mike Boone. The total value of the contract is $3.1 million, and that includes base salaries of $1.15 million, $1.25 million, and a $300,000 signing bonus.

Boone can also earn $200,000 per game in active roster bonuses each season along with $300,000 in annual playtime incentives.

The former Minnesota Vikings and Denver Broncos running back has had 631 special teams snaps throughout his career compared to 300 offensive snaps through 57 games, two of which he started.

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Report: Texans to sign former Broncos, Vikings running back Mike Boone

The Houston Texans are signing former Denver Broncos and Minnesota Vikings running back Mike Boone.

The Houston Texans are providing depth behind running back Dameon Pierce.

According to Aaron Wilson from KPRC-TV, the Texans are signing former Denver Broncos and Minnesota Vikings running back Mike Boone.

Boone, 27, played nine games for the Broncos last season, tallying 102 yards on 14 carries along with nine catches for 96 yards.

For Boone’s career, he has 99 carries for 516 yards and four touchdowns. Boone also caught 18 passes for 146 yards through 57 games, two of which he started.

Where Boone has made his living is on special teams with 631 career snaps compared to 300 snaps on offense.

The former Cincinnati Bearcat went undrafted in 2018. Boone ran a 4.44 at Cincinnati’s pro day.

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What will the Broncos do at running back this offseason?

“We need to add,” Broncos GM George Paton said of the team’s running back situation.

The Denver Broncos have an interesting situation at running back as they enter the 2023 NFL offseason.

Latavius Murray, Mike Boone and Marlon Mack are all scheduled to become unrestricted free agents on March 15. There’s been talk that Murray could re-sign, but Boone and Mack seem less likely to return.

The Broncos have said they expect Javonte Williams (knee) to be ready by Week 1, but that seems very optimistic (and unrealistic). Chase Edmonds is still under contract as well, but he will likely be asked to restructure.

Tyler Badie will also return, but he’s a long shot to win anything more than the RB4 role. Damarea Crockett and Tyreik McAllister are even less likely to earn notable roles this offseason.

So with Williams’ facing an uncertain status in 2023, the Broncos need to address the running back position this spring.

“We have a long way to go,” general manager George Paton said at the NFL combine last week. “I don’t know how many backs played. I look at our depth chart and we have, like, nine running backs. We obviously had a lot of injuries there. Javonte, we feel, will be healthy, [but] we need to add. We’re high on some of the guys that are up, some of the free agents. We do have Chase Edmonds coming back. We do need to add at that position.”

Paton went on to say that this year’s running back class is deep both in free agency and in the draft, which is obviously good news for Denver. Drafting a RB would be much more cost-effective than signing one, but we wouldn’t rule anything out on the RB front.

The position will be a key area to watch this offseason.

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8 players Broncos should let walk during NFL free agency

The Broncos should let these upcoming free agents walk in March.

Earlier this week, we published a list of 15 in-house free agents the Denver Broncos should consider re-signing this spring. Today, we have a quick list of eight players the Broncos should let walk in March.

The most notable name on the list is guard Dalton Risner, who has a projected market value of about $9.5 million per season. After back-to-back underwhelming seasons, Risner seems unlikely to get that kind of salary from Denver. The Broncos will probably want to make big changes on the offensive line this offseason.

Another name of note is running back Mike Boone, who flashed moments of potential during his time in Denver but struggled to stay healthy. We expect that the Broncos will target running backs this offseason, and Boone seems unlikely to get an extension after missing 17 games over the last two years.

Here is our list of eight players Denver should let walk in free agency.

Broncos made several roster moves on Wednesday

The Broncos signed RB Tyreik McAllister and LB Wyatt Ray to the practice squad, and WR Freddie Swain joined the 53-man roster.

Denver Broncos general manager George Paton continues making moves to the backend of the team’s roster.

After placing running back Mike Boone on injured reserve and parting ways with two practice squad players on Tuesday, Paton made four more roster moves on Wednesday.

First, the Broncos placed outside linebacker Jacob Martin (knee) on IR. His roster spot might be filled by fellow pass rusher Randy Gregory (knee), who is back at practice this week and eligible to be activated off IR.

Second, Denver officially signed wide receiver Freddie Swain off the Miami Dolphins’ practice squad to the active roster. The Broncos had a spot for Swain on the 53-man roster after placing Boone on IR.

Finally, Denver made two additions to the practice squad, adding running back Tyreik McAllister and linebacker Wyatt Ray. The Broncos had two open spots after cutting defensive lineman McTelvin Agim and losing guard Netane Muti to the Raiders on Tuesday.

On the injury front, right tackle Billy Turner also returned to practice this week, and he is eligible to be activated from IR once cleared to play.

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