Texans re-sign inside linebacker Akeem Dent to two-year deal

The Texans acquired inside linebacker Akeem Dent from the Falcons in exchange for backup quarterback T.J. Yates last summer and ended up starting six games and playing 227 snaps on defense for Houston. On Tuesday, the Texans re-signed Dent to a new two-year contract, according to Josina Anderson of ESPN. Houston has long been trying…