Texans' TE Owen Daniels to start Thursday night

Houston Texans' tight end Owen Daniels will start Thursday night against the Indianapolis Colts, according to Pro Football Talk. Daniels has been battling a

Houston Texans' tight end Owen Daniels will start Thursday night against the Indianapolis Colts, according to Pro Football Talk.

Daniels has been battling a knee injury, and he hasn't practiced all week, according to reports. With wide receiver Andre Johnson sidelined, Daniels figures to be a major part of the offense.

One the season, Daniels has 53 catches for 673 yards and three touchdowns.