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Dalton Schultz Dalton Schultz Still dealing with shoulder issue
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 5:29 PM
Schultz (shoulder) was listed as limited on Monday's estimated injury report.
Analysis: Schultz has been dealing with a shoulder injury for nearly a month, but he's played in each of the Texans' last four games en route to 21 catches (on 31 targets) for 205 yards and one touchdown. Considering his production hasn't tailed off with Davis Mills and not C.J. Stroud (concussion, DNP on Monday) under center the last two contests, Schultz remains a consideration in fantasy ahead of Thursday's matchup with the Bills. Wednesday's practice report will reveal whether or not Schultz has a Week 12 designation. |
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Nico Collins Nico Collins Limited by ankle issue
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 5:22 PM
Collins was limited at Monday's walkthrough due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Collins previously dealt with a knee issue and a concussion this season, so this is a new health concern for the fifth-year pro. He'll have two more chances to get back to full this week before the Texans potentially tag him with a designation for Thursday's game against the Bills. Meanwhile, C.J. Stroud (concussion) was a DNP on Monday, meaning Davis Mills seems poised for another start under center in Week 12. Working with Mills the past two contests, Collins put together a 16-228-1 line on 25 targets during that span. |
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C.J. Stroud C.J. Stroud Listed DNP on Monday
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 5:16 PM
Stroud (concussion) didn't participate in Monday's walkthrough.
Analysis: Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reported earlier Monday that Stroud remained in the concussion protocol, and his lack of activity to begin Week 12 prep indicates that he hasn't made any tangible progress in his recovery. Stroud thus appears to be trending toward a third absence in a row Thursday against the Bills, which would pave the way for Davis Mills to start a third consecutive game. The Texans may confirm as much when they post their final injury report of the week Wednesday. |
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C.J. Stroud C.J. Stroud Remains in concussion protocol
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 11:35 AM
Stroud is still in the NFL's five-step concussion protocol Monday and his availability for Thursday's home game against the Bills remains uncertain, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Stroud has missed two straight games and now faces a short week of preparation before Houston's appearance on Thursday Night Football, and he has yet to resume practicing. As such, if Stroud remains a non-participant Monday, it will forebode Davis Mills drawing another start. Even if Stroud gets back on the practice field Monday there are no guarantees he'll be available Thursday, as before returning to game action the 2023 first-round pick will need to gain full clearance from the concussion protocol, including from an independent neurologist. |
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Jaylin Noel Jaylin Noel Up-and-down season continues
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 8:11 AM
Noel hauled in his lone target for 12 yards while adding 89 total return yards on five punts and two kickoffs in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Titans in Week 11.
Analysis: Noel's production has been a roller coaster since Houston's Week 5 bye. In three of the last five contests, the rookie third-round pick has a combined 13 catches on 17 targets for 175 yards. In the two other games, Noel has one catch on one target for 12 yards. Noel's greatest contribution has been as a returner; he leads the team with a combined 457 returns yards (eight kickoffs, 23 punts). |
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Christian Kirk Christian Kirk Another quiet outing
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 8:03 AM
Kirk secured one of four targets for six yards in Sunday's 16-13 win over Tennessee in Week 11.
Analysis: Since returning in Week 9 from a second hamstring injury this season, Kirk has caught just six of 15 targets for a quiet 35 yards. He was expected to be the No. 2 wideout behind Nico Collins, but rookie Jayden Higgins (seven targets, four catches, 55 yards) out-produced Kirk for a second straight week. Over six games in 2025, Kirk has 16 catches on 31 targets for 144 yards and zero touchdowns. |
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Cade Stover Cade Stover Untargeted in win
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 7:56 AM
Stover played 14 snaps and was not targeted in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Titans in Week 11.
Analysis: He was activated off injured reserve and played for the first time since Week 1. Injuries in the tight end room led to Stover opening the season as the clear backup to starter Dalton Schultz, but a broken foot shut him down until Sunday. With Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder) landing on IR last week, Stover should resume his role as the top backup. |
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Xavier Hutchinson Xavier Hutchinson Posts 42 yards in Week 11 win
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 7:11 PM
Hutchinson caught three of five targets for 42 yards in the Texans' 16-13 win over the Titans on Sunday.
Analysis: Hutchinson finished fourth on the team with his five targets, trailing Nico Collins (10), Dalton Schultz (nine) and rookie Jayden Higgins (seven). The third-year receiver now has 24 catches for 264 yards and three touchdowns across 10 games this season. With Collins and Christian Kirk healthy and rookie Jayden Higgins' role growing, Hutchinson doesn't carry much fantasy value headed into Thursday night's Week 12 game against Buffalo. |
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Nico Collins Nico Collins Paces pass catchers in win
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 5:19 PM
Collins brought in nine of 10 targets for 92 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 16-13 win over the Titans on Sunday.
Analysis: Collins flashed strong chemistry with Davis Mills, setting the pace for the Texans in receptions, receiving yards and targets. The talented wideout also was on the receiving end of Mills' only touchdown pass of the day, recording a three-yard grab just past the halfway point of the third quarter. C.J. Stroud (concussion) may have a difficult time clearing protocol in time for Thursday night's Week 12 matchup against the Bills, and that could potentially be a positive development for Collins considering he's posted a combined 16-228-1 line on 25 targets with Mills as the full-time starter in the last two games. |
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Jayden Higgins Jayden Higgins Another seven targets Sunday
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 4:52 PM
Higgins secured four catches (on seven targets) for 55 yards during Sunday's 16-13 win in Tennessee.
Analysis: In three games since Nico Collins returned to the lineup after he was absent Week 8 due to a concussion, Higgins' target count has gone from one in Week 9 to seven in back-to-back contests. Higgins thus appears to have settled into the No. 2 WR role in the Texans offense with QB Davis Allen filling in for C.J. Stroud (concussion), which has resulted in a combined 9-97-1 line for the rookie second-round pick over the last two outings. Higgins will look to maintain his usage Thursday against the Bills. |
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Jakob Johnson Jakob Johnson Ready for Week 11
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 11:03 AM
Johnson (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Johnson is active and ready to suit up for his first game since Week 3 against the Jaguars, where he suffered a hamstring injury that placed him on injured reserve. The starting fullback's presence should improve the Texans' special teams unit as well as provide an extra blocker out of the backfield for a rushing attack comprising Nick Chubb and Woody Marks. The addition should be especially potent against the divisional rival Titans, who rank 24th in rush yards allowed with 1,272 on the season. |
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Cade Stover Cade Stover Active versus Titans
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 10:58 AM
Stover (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Stover was activated from injured reserve Saturday and is officially ready to suit up for Sunday's contest as the No. 2 TE behind Dalton Schultz. In Stover's only regular-season game in the 2025 campaign, he logged 36 offensive snaps where he caught all four of his targets for 22 yards. The tight end's return should open up more options for Davis Mills and the Texans' offense. |
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Braxton Berrios Braxton Berrios Won't play against Tennessee
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 10:54 AM
Berrios (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Berrios will observe Sunday's AFC South tilt in street clothes while the Texans go with five active wide receivers in Nico Collins, Jayden Higgins, Christian Kirk, Jaylin Noel and Xavier Hutchinson. Berrios' next opportunity to play is Thursday against Buffalo. |
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Dameon Pierce Dameon Pierce Healthy scratch Week 11
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 10:51 AM
Pierce (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Pierce will be a healthy scratch for the second time in three games. His next opportunity to play is Thursday against the Bills, though he's unlikely to be active for that contest unless Woody Marks, Nick Chubb or Dare Ogunbowale were to miss time. |
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C.J. Stroud C.J. Stroud Status for Week 12 uncertain
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 10:33 PM
Stroud, who has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup versus Tennessee due to a concussion, may not be ready to return in Thursday's Week 12 game against Buffalo, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Stroud suffered the concussion in Week 9 against Denver and missed last Sunday's win over Jacksonville. He'll sit out a second straight contest this week, and he may miss a third game in Week 12. It doesn't help that the Texans will be on a short week, as they'll next play the Bills on Thursday Night Football. For as long as Stroud remains out, Davis Mills figures to start behind center for Houston. |
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Harrison Bryant Harrison Bryant Placed on injured reserve
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 4:11 PM
The Texans placed Bryant (neck/shoulder) on injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: While Bryant was placed on injured reserve, fellow tight end Cade Stover (foot) was activated from IR, and the latter will serve as the Texans' TE2 behind Dalton Schultz moving forward. Bryant will be required to miss at least four games while on IR, which makes Week 15 against the Cardinals on Sunday, Dec. 14 the earliest he can return. Luke Lachey is available off the practice squad should the Texans require more depth at tight end for as long as Bryant is on IR. |
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Jakob Johnson Jakob Johnson Activated from IR
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 4:05 PM
The Texans activated Johnson (hamstring) from injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: Johnson is still listed as questionable for Sunday's AFC South tilt against the Titans, but his activation from injured reserve primes him to return from a six-game absence due to a hamstring injury. The seventh-year fullback gives the Texans an extra blocker out of the backfield for the running back duo of Nick Chubb and Woody Marks, as well as a contributor for special teams. |
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Cade Stover Cade Stover Off IR, still questionable
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 2:23 PM
The Texans activated Stover (foot) from injured reserve Saturday, but he remains questionable for Sunday's game at Tennessee.
Analysis: The Texans swapped out Stover for fellow TE Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder) on IR, meaning the former is set to serve as the No. 2 TE behind Dalton Schultz in his first game action since Week 1, when he broke his foot and required surgery. Through 16 regular-season games as a pro, Stover, a 2024 fourth-round pick, has compiled a 19-155-1 line on 26 targets. |
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Cade Stover Cade Stover Questionable for Sunday
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 5:56 PM
Stover (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Stover upgraded to a full practice participant Friday after logging limited sessions both Wednesday and Thursday, meaning he is trending up for Sunday's game. The tight end was designated to return from injured reserve this week, and with fellow tight end Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder) unable to practice Friday and ruled out this week, Stover's chances of suiting up for Sunday seem solid. |
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Jakob Johnson Jakob Johnson Questionable for Sunday
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 5:18 PM
Johnson (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans,
Analysis: Johnson was a full participant in practice all week and appears ready to play if the team decides to activate him off injured reserve for Sunday's game. The fullback has been on IR since Week 3 due to a hamstring injury, and his return could greatly contribute to the team's rushing attack. |
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