The 49ers are expected to be among six teams interested in Texans free agent cornerback A.J. Bouye, according to a report from the Houston Chronicle.

Among the teams expected to be extremely competitive for A.J. Bouye: Texans, Titans, Jaguars, Colts, 49ers, Browns — Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) March 7, 2017

Bouye (6-0, 191), is considered one of the most desirable defensive backs on the market. He allowed quarterbacks to complete just over 50 percent of passes thrown his way for a rating of 58.5 in 2016, per Pro Football Focus.

The 25-year-old has good size (6-0, 191) and made six interceptions over his last three seasons. He joined Houston as an undrafted free agent in 2013 from Central Florida.

Related 49ers release veteran safety Antoine Bethea

The 49ers might have an opening at corner if they move Jimmie Ward to safety next season. San Francisco on Tuesday released veteran safety Antoine Bethea and has some $103 million in cap room, among the most in the NFL, and is expected to be aggressive in free agency.

The team has just 57 players signed for 2017 and 10 picks in April’s NFL draft. The 49ers have invested draft picks in seven cornerbacks in the last three years. Still with the team are Ward, Will Redmond, Rashard Robinson, Dontae Johnson, Keith Reaser and Prince Charles Iworah.

Tramaine Brock has been a full-time starter since getting a new contract in 2013. The team signed K’Waun Williams last month to compete for a roster spot covering the slot.