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Texans Lock Up WR Walter For 5 Years, $21.5 Million

On Friday, the Houston Texans locked up quarterback Matt Schaub's second-favorite passing target. Wide receiver Kevin Walter agreed to a $21.5 million deal, $8 million of which is guaranteed. The signing is somewhat surprising given that Walter was expected by many to sign elsewhere.

A huge move for general manager Rick Smith because in the first few hours of free agency it appeared Walter was headed to the Baltimore Ravens.

"It's for five years and I'm ecstatic," said Walters in an interview Friday with FOX 26 Sports. "It means a lot to get it done with Houston.

Walter is a seven-year veteran. He's spent his last four years in Houston.

For more on Walter and all things Texan, head on over to our Texans blog, Battle Red Blog.

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