Texans rookie running back Tyler Ervin is remaining patient as he hopes for a breakout performance.
Midway through the preseason, Ervin is still looking for an explosive play as the Texans' primary kick returner and on offense in his role as a reserve running back.
The speedy fourth-round draft pick from San Jose State returned three punts for nine yards with one fair catch against the New Orleans Saints. He had a 14-yard kickoff return, but got tackled when he left his feet to try to hurdle a Saints tackler. He rushed for five yards on two carries.