Hunt scored two touchdowns Thursday in Houston's win over Dallas in preseason Week 4.
Hunt entered the game looking to nail down the fifth spot in the backfield and did his most to earn the job. He scored on a three-yard run, pushing his way through the pile, then later showcased his quickness while scoring on a 10-yard reception. He outplayed Kenny Hilliard, the other back competing for the final backfield spot, who gained a team-high 86 yards Thursday, but lost a fumble in the red zone. The decision as to who stays and who goes may come down to the type of back head coach Bill O'Brien prefers. Hunt is the quick back and is repetitive to third-round pick Tyler Ervin, while HIlliard is the power back, capable of breaking tackles. But if ball security influences O'Brien, that favors Hunt based on Thursday's game.