Houston Texans sign Owen Daniels to long-term deal

The Houston Texans locked up an important part of its offense, signing tight end Owen Daniels to a four-year, $22 million deal, according to NFL Network's Jason La Canfora.

Daniels, who will turn 29 during the season, caught 38 passes for 471 yards and two touchdowns last season,

Daniels missed five games in 2010 due to a stress fracture in his kneecap. In 2009, Daniels tore his ACL midway through the season and missed eight games.

In his five seasons in the NFL, Daniels has 245 receptions for 2,972 yards and 17 touchdowns.

The Texans also reportedly reached a one-year deal with running back Derrick Ward.