Houston Texans: Six Free agent QB options

Jan 3, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford (7) throws the ball against the New York Giants during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford (7) throws the ball against the New York Giants during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 6, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton (5) attempts a pass against the St. Louis Rams during the first half at the Edward Jones Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 6, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton (5) attempts a pass against the St. Louis Rams during the first half at the Edward Jones Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

6. Drew Stanton, Arizona Cardinals, 31 years old

Drew Stanton has spent nine NFL seasons backing up quarterbacks in Detroit, Indianapolis and for the past three seasons, the Arizona Cardinals.

He has the size to play the position at 6’3″ and 243 pounds, plus he was selected in the second round back in 2007, meaning at one point there was some promise for the QB out of Michigan State.

In 2014 he had eight starts, and led the Cards to a 5-3 record, keeping the team afloat while starter Carson Palmer fought back from injury. During that time he completed 132-of-240 passes for 1,711 yards with seven touchdowns and five interceptions.

He may not scream “elite” but there could be plenty to work with, at least while the team looks for a permanent solution to their long-standing issue.

For what it’s worth, Stanton should be brought to the team simply based on his celebration game, which is unmatched across the league.

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