Andre Johnson Returns To Practice, Will Likely Play This Weekend For Texans

Andre Johnson has struggled to stay on the field this season with a series of injuries that have forced him to miss nine games this season. The Pro Bowl wide receiver returned to practice today, however, and is expected to play this weekend for the Texans.

Kubiak on WR Andre Johnson: "He looked pretty good (today). He got better as practice went on."

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Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) December 28, 2011

Kubiak on WR Andre Johnson: "If today is any indication, we're well on our way to him getting reps on Sunday."

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Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) December 28, 2011

In six games this season, the nine-year veteran has caught 31 passes for 471 yards and two touchdowns.

The Texans stand 10-5 this season despite a series of injuries to Johnson, star running back Arian Foster, and starting quarterback Matt Schuab.