The Texans waived Whittington on Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Whittington was unable to play in last Friday's preseason finale against the Panthers due to an ankle injury. The running back's persistent issue, which is now resolved, hindered him from being able to compete for a depth role enough that he will be unable to make the 53-man roster. If the 24-year-old can clear waivers, he is set to return to the Texans on the practice squad.