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Xavier Hutchinson Xavier Hutchinson Two grabs in win Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 7:21 AM Hutchinson caught two of three targets for 21 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers in Week 17. He also had one carry for eight yards. Analysis: Hutchinson continued in a minor offensive role over the second half of the season. During Houston's eight-game win streak, he has nine receptions on 19 targets for 122 yards.
Jaylin Noel Jaylin Noel Makes impact in win Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 6:52 AM Noel caught three of four targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers in Week 17. He also had one carry for two yards. Analysis: It was a big day for Houston's rookie wideouts, as both Noel and Jayden Higgins scored on the team's first two possessions. With Los Angeles' defense paying extra attention to Nico Collins, Noel was one-on-one and beat Elijah Molden deep on a post route for a 43-yard score. It was the second touchdown of the season for the rookie, whose inconsistent production from week to week makes him a hard start for fantasy managers. Noel has seven receptions on 10 targets for 82 yards over the last seven games.
Christian Kirk Christian Kirk Target leader in win Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 6:37 AM Kirk caught two of five targets for one yard in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers in Week 17. Analysis: Kirk led the Texans in targets, but it didn't translate to meaningful production, and his 29 snaps the fourth most among the team's wideouts. His profile in the offense was minimized weeks ago, as rookie Jayden Higgins moved ahead of Kirk, who has been dogged by injuries in 2025. Houston's shift to a ball-control attack also played a role in minimizing Kirk's output. He has just 44 receiving yards over the last five games.
Nick Chubb Nick Chubb Minimal use in win Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 6:26 AM Chubb had one carry for one yard on five snaps in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers in Week 17. Analysis: Chubb was impacted by the presence of Woody Marks (44 snaps), who returned to the lineup following a one-game absence due to an ankle injury. A playing time split that favored Marks is not surprising, but that Chubb finished behind Jawhar Jordan (11 snaps) is a more recent development, one that started Week 16. Chubb has just eight carries and one reception for a combined 46 yards from scrimmage over the last three games.
Dalton Schultz Dalton Schultz Held to 19 yards Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 8:27 PM Schultz recorded three receptions on four targets for 19 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers. Analysis: C.J. Stroud distributed targets evenly to his pass catchers, leaving Schultz as one of five Texans with either four or five targets. He didn't do much with the opportunity he did get, and he also picked up a key unsportsmanlike conduct penalty to stall a promising drive early in the second quarter. Schultz remains an inconsistent contributor, as this marked his third performance in his last six games with under 25 yards. However, he's either topped 50 yards or found the end zone in the other three contests in that span.
Jawhar Jordan Jawhar Jordan Keeps role in Houston's backfield Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 8:10 PM Jordan rushed the ball eight times for 36 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers. Analysis: Woody Marks returned from a one-game absence to retake the lead role in Houdton's backfield, though Jordan usurped Nick Chubb for the complementary role. Jordan chipped in decent gains of 10 and nine yards with his opportunity and looks to be in position to contribute to Houston's postseason run.
Nico Collins Nico Collins Another modest performance Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 7:57 PM Collins recorded three receptions on four targets for 57 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers. Analysis: The Texans accounted for most of their offensive production on two deep touchdown passes on their first two possessions, and Collins wasn't on the receiving end of either. He was one of five Houston pass catchers to earn at least four targets, as C.J. Stroud distributed targets evenly to his skill-position players. The end result was that Collins turned in a modest 57 yards, his second consecutive game with under 60 receiving yards.
Jayden Higgins Jayden Higgins Highest yardage total as pro Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 7:43 PM Higgins recorded two receptions on four targets for 88 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers. Analysis: Higgins made an immediate impact in Saturday's game, breaking behind the Chargers' defense to catch a 75-yard touchdown on Houston's first possession of the game. He tacked on a 13-yard catch to begin the following drive, but failed to make another reception thereafter. Even with just his production early in the contest, Higgins managed the highest yardage total of his rookie season and found the end zone for the first time since Week 12.
Woody Marks Woody Marks Handles 20 touches Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 7:27 PM Marks rushed the ball 19 times for 71 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers. He added one reception on two targets for four yards. Analysis: Marks regained his typical role after a one-game absence caused by an ankle injury, accounting for 19 of the 28 carries by Houston's backfield. As has often been the case, he wasn't particularly efficient with his opportunity, turning in a long gain of 19 yards but also having five of his rush attempts go for zero or negative yardage. While it was an uninspiring performance, Marks did manage at least 75 yards from scrimmage for the second time in his last three full games.
C.J. Stroud C.J. Stroud Two early TD strikes Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 7:09 PM Stroud completed 16 of 28 passes for 244 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers. He added four rushes for zero yards. Analysis: Stroud accounted for his most impactful production during Houston's first two possessions, delivering touchdown strikes of 75 and 43 yards while completing four passes combined for 142 yards. In addition to struggling to move the offense thereafter, Stroud threw two picks -- the first of which led directly to a Chargers' field goal. It was a mixed performance overall for Stroud, who accounted for multiple touchdowns for the second time in five matchups since returning from injury, but also turned the ball over multiple times for the first time since Week 3.
Justin Watson Justin Watson Won't play Saturday Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 2:24 PM The Texans announced Friday that Watson (calf), who remains on IR, is ruled out for Saturday's game against the Chargers. Analysis: Watson is not yet ready to return to game action despite having had his 21-day practice window opened Dec. 10. The depth wideout's next chance to return to the field will come Week 18 against the Colts, though if the Texans don't activate him to the 53-man roster by Wednesday, Dec. 31, he will be forced to spend the remainder of the 2025 campaign on IR.
Dalton Schultz Dalton Schultz Logs full practice Wednesday Wed, Dec 24, 2025, 4:52 PM Schultz (knee) practicedfully Wednesday. Analysis: Schultz was deemed limited Tuesday, but the tight end's return to a full session a day later sets him up to be available for Saturday's game against the Chargers. Schultz has scored in each of his last two games, a span in which he caught 13 of his 14 targets for 111 yards, a pace that keeps him firmly on the fantasy lineup radar at the TE position in Week 17.
Dalton Schultz Dalton Schultz Reps capped by knee issue Tue, Dec 23, 2025, 5:58 PM Schultz was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice due to a knee injury. Analysis: The knee issue is a new concern for Schultz, who hasn't appeared on Houston injury reports since Week 12, when he was managing a shoulder concern leading up to the Texans' game against the Bills. Schultz has yet to miss a contest this season, and so long as he's able to continue practicing in some fashion Wednesday and/or Thursday, he should be ready to play Saturday against the Chargers.
Woody Marks Woody Marks In clear for Week 17 Tue, Dec 23, 2025, 5:56 PM Marks (ankle) was listed as a full participant for Tuesday's practice. Analysis: Marks' availability for this past Sunday's eventual 23-21 win over the Raiders appeared to come down to a game-time decision, but the Texans ultimately erred on the side of caution and held the rookie running back out for the first time all season. Nick Chubb (ribs) returned from a one-game absence of his own and gained 33 yards on six carries and nine yards on one reception, but it was Jawhar Jordan (15-53-0 rushing line, five catches for 17 yards on five targets) who saw the bulk of the work out of the backfield. Both Chubb and Jordan could have roles in the Week 17 game plan, but now that Marks is back practicing without limitations, expect him to serve as the Texans' lead option in Saturday's contest versus the Chargers.
Woody Marks Woody Marks Participating in practice Tuesday Tue, Dec 23, 2025, 12:56 PM Marks (ankle) was spotted participating in Tuesday's practice, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Analysis: Marks' participating level remains unclear, but the Texans will be required to release an official injury report Tuesday since they travel to play the Chargers on Saturday. Marks was injured in the Texans' Week 15 win over the Colts and was inactive for this past Sunday's win over the Raiders. In Marks' absence, Jawhar Jordan out-snapped Nick Chubb 30 to 21, with Jordan rushing 15 times for 53 yards and adding five catches for 17 yards on five targets. Jordan would likely again be in line to lead the backfield if Marks misses Week 17 against the Chargers.
Xavier Hutchinson Xavier Hutchinson Quiet stretch continues Mon, Dec 22, 2025, 7:22 AM Hutchinson caught one of two targets for four yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over Las Vegas in Week 16. Analysis: The reemergence of Christian Kirk (40 snaps, five targets) had an impact on Hutchinson's output, and he was limited to two targets for the third consecutive week. Hutchinson has maintained a high snap share regardless of opponent or game plan, but any significant fantasy-level production is dependent on injuries to fellow wideouts. He's had two or fewer catches in five consecutive games.
Cade Stover Cade Stover Two grabs in win Mon, Dec 22, 2025, 7:09 AM Stover caught two of three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Raiders in Week 16. Analysis: Stover continued a support role at tight end behind starter Dalton Schultz. Since returning from a foot injury six games ago, Stover has seven catches (10 targets) for 45 yards. He's been given opportunities as a runner in short-yardage, red-zone situations the last three weeks, but that opportunity never presented itself Sunday.
Dalton Schultz Dalton Schultz Catches Stroud's only TD pass Sun, Dec 21, 2025, 10:27 PM Schultz had five receptions on as many targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Raiders. Analysis: Schultz had the highest fantasy score of any position player for Houston on Sunday after coming down with QB C.J. Stroud's only touchdown pass of the contest. It was the veteran tight end's third touchdown catch of the season, surpassing last year's total of two in two fewer games. Schultz doesn't offer a ton of upside in fantasy, but he is providing a consistent floor for fantasy managers heading into a matchup with the Chargers in Week 17.
Jawhar Jordan Jawhar Jordan Leading rusher on 15 attempts Sun, Dec 21, 2025, 10:20 PM Jordan handled 15 carries for 53 yards while catching all five of his targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Raiders. Analysis: Nick Chubb (6-33-0) got the start in place of Woody Marks (ankle) on Sunday, but it was Jordan who paced the Texans' backfield in touches and production in the win. Jordan was signed from the practice squad early in the practice week to help address the team's ailing running back situation. The 2024 sixth-round pick averaged under four yards per carry and failed to hit pay dirt, resulting in a pedestrian fantasy score. Marks was able to get in a limited practice before ultimately being ruled out for Week 16, so Jordan's run of relevance may last just one game if the former is able to suit up against the Chargers on Saturday.
Jayden Higgins Jayden Higgins Catches one pass in victory Sun, Dec 21, 2025, 9:06 PM Higgins caught one of three targets for 17 yards in the Texans' 23-21 win over the Raiders on Sunday. Analysis: Higgins' three targets tied for fifth on the team, and the rookie has now managed just two catches for 21 scoreless yards on four targets across the last two contests. Higgins hasn't shown much of a fantasy ceiling in a passing offense that also includes Nico Collins, Dalton Schultz and Christian Kirk. Higgins won't be a recommended fantasy starter next Saturday against the Chargers' tough pass defense.