Arian Foster out for 2013 season due to back injury

Foster was placed on season-ending injured reserve after playing only eight games this season. The former undrafted free agent from the University of Tennessee never was able to get in a groove due to back and hamstring problems almost the entire year.

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If you are considering Foster as a keeper option heading into next year, it is too early to tell exactly what this back surgery means.

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Editor’s Note: Arian Foster’s is expected to be placed on injured reserve due to his back injury.

Fantasy Impact: Missing a single game is big for fantasy owners (and the Texans, too), but the worry that his injury might be more severe than previously thought is troubling. Hopefully, fantasy owners listened to our advice and grabbed Tate early on in the season, as he should be plenty productive and put up or best near-starter numbers.