The Houston Texans re-signed Webb as another backup quarterback Monday after he was released during the team’s path to the 53 man roster.

Webb is an ideal backup quarterback for the Texans because of his style of play that closely resembles Texans starting quarterback Deshaun Watson, Webb’s preseason numbers were not atrocious by any means. The ninth-year veteran finished with a 103.0 passer rating and was 34-of-60 for 412 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception through four preseason games.

Coach Bill O’Brien will most likely position Brandon Weeden as the No. 2 quarterback behind Watson, but Webb could have a better chance to produce greater number’s with O’Brien’s play-calling and not having to change much regarding the offensive plays due to Watson being the quarterback.

Webb also played some receiver for the Minnesota Vikings in 2011 and 2013. He is a very versatile football player as well as an excellent special teams guy. The Texans have always preached that versatility is what they are looking for in a football player, and that is precisely what Webb is.

The former sixth-round pick out of UAB has been in the league now for eight years, so experience is really not an issue with Webb. Having a quarterback like Webb with his knowledge and versatility is excellent depth for the Texans to have with an already deep team. During his eight seasons, Webb has posted a 56.6 career completion percentage and a quarterback rating of 63.1.

Webb will play an important role this season with the Texans either on special teams or being the back up to Watson and Weeden. Of course, the shoes that Webb would have to fill are pretty big, if the opportunity arises, but there is no doubt that this team and the supporting offensive cast can provide the help that Webb would need to excel in this offense.