With LeGarrette Blount forced out by a hip injury, Bolden had a season-high 16 carries for 51 yards in Sunday's 27-6 win over the Texans.
Blount was removed in the second quarter, leaving Bolden to serve as the power back. Though he averaged just 3.2 yards per carry, Bolden did have a few impressive runs against a tough Houston defense. James White took his only carry for a two-yard touchdown on a draw play, adding four catches for 38 yards on six targets. According to Pro Football Focus, White played 27 of the 69 offensive snaps, compared to Bolden's 35. Bolden will likely take over Blount's role if the 250-pounder misses time beyond Sunday, but White might also get some extra work.