"Ryan Moats will replace Steve Slaton as the starting running back for the Texans Sunday when they play Indianapolis at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Coach Gary Kubiak said Friday he would make the decision Sunday, and he's moved Moats into the starting lineup for the first time.

The Texans are 5-3 and trying to win at Indianapolis for the first time in team history.

Moats came off the bench at Buffalo and carried 23 times for 126 yards and three touchdowns. The three rushing touchdowns set a team record.

Slaton has been benched because he's lost five fumbles in the first eight games. He's fumbled eight times overall.

Kubiak said Slaton and Chris Brown will play. More than likely, Slaton will play in passing situations, and Brown will play in short-yardage situations."