Last week, Danieal Manning had refused to take a pay cut. Almost immediately after that, the Houston Texans signed free agent safety Chris Clemons who had started every game as a Miami Dolphin for the past two seasons. This should've been the sign that said that the Texans were more than likely looking to release Danieal Manning. And in a meeting with Rick Smith at noon today, Danieal Manning was told that he would be released.
With his release, the Texans save $4.5 million in cap space. In perspective, his release makes sense considering he spent the last two seasons battling injuries. Just looking at last season, he spent 12 games on injured reserved. In 2011, he signed a 4 year deal with the Texans and would've been looking at this final year of that contract. Seeing as how injuries have plagued him the last two seasons, his pay hasn't really matched his performance very well.
So with all that, I wish Danieal Manning nothing but the best. Thank you for everything you've given to the Texans.
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