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    Rex Burkhead

    RexBurkhead

    • Running Back
    • Birthdate
      7/2/1990
    • College
      Nebraska
    • Draft Info
      2013: Rd 6, Pk 190 (CIN)
    • Birthplace
      Plano, TX

    Stats

    • CAR
      488
    • YDS
      1,908
    • TD
      17
    • AVG
      3.9
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      RB Burkhead retiring from NFL after 10 seasons

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      RB Burkhead retiring from NFL after 10 seasons
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        Sources: Texans' Pierce (ankle) out at least game

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        Sources: Texans' Pierce (ankle) out at least game
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          Playing for a tie? Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts coaches reveal thinking behind Week 1 result

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            Sources: Texans sign RB Burkhead through 2022

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            Sources: Texans sign RB Burkhead through 2022
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              Rex Burkhead, Houston Texans' running game break through to aid rookie QB Davis Mills

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