Texans guard Jeff Allen recovering from minor ankle surgery

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Texans veteran offensive guard Jeff Allen is making a sound recovery from a minor ankle surgery, according to sources not authorized to speak publicly.

Allen is expected to be ready for offseason practices.

Allen started 14 games at right guard for the Texans during his first season with the AFC South champions. He missed time with a concussion last season, too.

The former Kansas City Chiefs starter was signed to a four-year, $28 million contract a year ago.

Allen replaced Brandon Brooks at right guard when he signed a five-year, $40 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Allen is a former Chiefs second-round draft pick from Illinois.