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This wild theory could explain Rockets' post-Harden success

SportsMap Staff

Feb 1, 2021, 5:02 pm

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Originally coined by Bill Simmons, the Ewing Theory is the phenomenon that a sports team will sometimes performer better in the absence of their franchise player. This week, we examine how this applies to the Houston Rockets following the trade of James Harden. Are John Wall, Victor Oladipo, and Christian Wood's performances since Harden's departure proof that the Rockets are better? Be sure to watch the video to find out.

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BREAKING NEWS

Houston Texans add two more weapons to the offense

More toys for DeMeco and the Texans. Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images.

According to multiple reports, the Houston Texans are signing former Cowboys TE Dalton Schultz to a 1-year deal worth up to $9 million.

A big move for Houston to keep building around whatever young QB they may take at No. 2. https://t.co/ObHeCp3EIQ
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 20, 2023

In 15 games last season, Schulz caught 57 passes and recorded 577 receiving yards with 5 TDs. Over the past 3 years, his numbers are right up there with the top tight ends in the game.

Dalton Schultz becomes the second Cowboys FA to join the Texans. WR Noah Brown also signed there. Schultz had a productive run with the Cowboys. Last 3 years, Schultz, Travis Kelce, Mark Andrews and T.J. Hockenson are only TEs to have 50+ catches for 500+ or more yards.
— Todd Archer (@toddarcher) March 20, 2023

The Texans also added some depth at running back by signing former Bills RB Devin Singletary to a 1-year deal worth up to $3.75 million.

Breaking: The Houston Texans are signing former Buffalo Bills RB Devin Singletary to a one-year deal worth up to $3.75 million, sources told @AdamSchefter. pic.twitter.com/2wysvrK4fU
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) March 20, 2023

He should be a good fit sharing carries with Dameon Pierce. Singletary rushed for 819 yards last season, with 5 rushing TDs. His ability to catch the football had to be one of the elements of his game that got GM Nick Caserio's attention.

Singletary caught 38 passes for 280 yards last year. With Rex Burkhead no longer under contract, Singletary will be a nice upgrade catching passes out of the backfield for Houston.

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