Houston Texans Transactions

Saturday, January 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans announced on Saturday that they had completed an interview with Jonathan Gannon for the team's open head-coaching position. Gannon is currently the defensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles, but his NFL coaching experience dates back to 2007. The 40-year-old could replace Lovie Smith in Houston after the experienced head coach was fired earlier this week. The Texans hold the second overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft and will be looking to rebound from a 3-13-1 season in the 2023-2024 campaign.

Wednesday, January 11

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		Houston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce (ankle) is making a speedy recovery from a high-ankle sprain that he suffered late in an impressive rookie season. Pierce was the most dangerous weapon in a lackluster Texans offense this year and has a bright future ahead of him after finishing with 939 rushing yards and four touchdowns despite missing the final four games. He accumulated 1,026 total scrimmage yards. The fourth-rounder finished second among all rookie RBs in rushing yards behind Kenneth Walker III, and he ranked third all-time for a rookie in rushing yards in franchise history. The 22-year-old is both powerful and elusive and will be an attractive fantasy RB heading into his second NFL season. Whoever Houston hires as their next head coach will likely lean heavily on Pierce and the ground game in 2023.
		Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III is making "amazing" progress in his recovery from Leukemia, according to Texans general manager Nick Caserio. This is excellent news for the 22-year-old, who was diagnosed with Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia last summer and missed the entirety of his rookie season. Caserio also stated on Wednesday that there is a chance Metchie will participate in the team's offseason program starting in April. Metchie could be a name to monitor heading into the 2023-2024 campaign as Houston is expected to overhaul much of its offense and may trade receiver Brandin Cooks in the process.

Tuesday, January 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks reiterated that he still wants out of Houston before next season. The 29-year-old was disgruntled earlier this year, requesting a trade to another team, which ultimately did not happen. He only played in 13 games, finishing with fewer than 1,000 receiving yards for the second time in his career. In addition to his age, any club that acquires him will inherit the two-year contract he signed. It will be interesting to monitor and see whether he finds a new home this offseason.

Monday, January 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith has been fired by the organization after his first season with the team. It's not a good look for the Texans to go through two head coaches this quickly. The veteran coach went 3-13-1 with one of the worst rosters in the NFL. There some rumors he'd be let go before the Week 18 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts. A game in which the Texans won, which knocked them out of the No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft. It's likely that Smith was going to be fired regardless, but at least he went out with a win. Best of luck to the next person that gets the head coaching gig this offseason.

Sunday, January 08

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith could be one-and-done with the organization. His job status is reportedly up in the air heading into Week 18. To be fair, Smith was a bit of a panic hire after the Texans fired David Culley after his surprising 2021 campaign. The only thing going for this team right now is that they are currently in the lead for the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. Smith probably isn't the right man for the job long term, but that doesn't mean he should be fired after one season. Currently, the Texans have two wins with arguably the worst roster in the NFL. In fairness, Smith's coaching record is pretty awful since leaving the Chicago Bears. It appears the organization is going to evaluate Smith after the season.
		Houston Texans tight end O.J. Howard (hip), who was listed as questionable for Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, has officially been ruled out for the regular season finale. It's a bit surprising that he's not active after returning to a full practice on Friday, but the Texans have decided to keep him out in a meaningless game. The 28-year-old finishes his first year in Houston with a career-low 10 receptions on 23 targets for 145 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games played (10 starts). With Howard out, Jordan Akins and Brevin Jordan will split the pass-catching duties at the position for the Texans, but neither of them are particularly attractive streaming options in fantasy at the position as the Texans play out the string.

Saturday, January 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Phillip Dorsett (hamstring) won't play on Sunday against the Colts. The veteran caught three of his season-high six targets in the loss to Jacksonville in Week 17 to finish with 14 yards. However, considering underwhelming performances like that have been the norm for Dorsett this season, it's unlikely many fantasy managers will miss him in Week 18.

Sunday, January 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Dare Ogunbowale (knee) is officially active for Week 17 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity. Ogunbowale has yet to see a sizable workload despite the absence of rookie Dameon Pierce (ankle). The former has 16 rushes for just 42 yards over his last two games and should be avoided in most leagues this week.

Friday, December 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Dare Ogunbowale (knee) was added to the Week 17 injury report after being limited in practice on Thursday. With rookie Dameon Pierce (ankle) out the last two weeks, Ogunbowale has seen eight carries in each of the last two games and has picked up a total of 42 rushing yards as the No. 2 behind Royce Freeman. The 28-year-old could be in jeopardy of missing this Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, which would open up more playing time for veteran Rex Burkhead. Despite Ogunbowale's bigger role in recent weeks with Pierce out, the 28-year-old isn't a viable flex option for fantasy managers with something left to play for this week.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (personal) did not participate in Thursday's practice. According to the injury report, the veteran wideout missed Thursday's session for (not injury-related) personal reasons. Cooks is expected to return to practice Friday. He returned to action in Week 16 against the Titans after missing the last three weeks due to a calf injury. The 29-year-old caught four catches for 34 yards and a touchdown in his return. Cooks is Houston's top target and is a borderline WR3 against in a plus matchup against the Jaguars that rank 24th in DVOA versus opposing WR1s.

Thursday, December 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans rookie tight end Teagan Quitoriano (knee, quadriceps) isn't taking part in Thursday's practice after suffering a hyperextended right knee in the Week 16 win over the Tennessee Titans. He's also dealing with a bruised quadriceps, but no structural damage was found in his knee after undergoing tests earlier this week. The 22-year-old has been one of the bright spots for the Texans in 2022, but he remains a blocking specialist in Houston's offense and shouldn't be considered a fantasy option heading into next season. He's unlikely to play in Week 17 against the Jacksonville Jaguars and might have played the final game of his rookie season with just two games remaining in 2022.

Tuesday, December 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans rookie tight end Teagan Quitoriano (knee) avoided structural damage to his knee when he was injured in the Week 16 win over the Tennessee Titans. He's dealing with a hyperextended knee and a bruised quadriceps after undergoing an MRI exam, according to league sources. Quitoriano is considered day-to-day heading into Week 17 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, but with only two games remaining, the team could consider placing him on Injured Reserve for the second time this year. The fifth-rounder has proved to be a powerful blocker in his first NFL season, but he's also emerging as a complete tight end who is capable of contributing in the passing game. Quitoriano has four catches for 30 yards and two touchdowns on 10 targets in eight games in 2022.

Saturday, December 24

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (calf) is expected to play on Saturday versus Tennessee, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The veteran hasn't been on the field in nearly a month because of a calf injury, last suiting up for the Week 12 meeting with Miami. The Titans defense has struggled against opposing wideouts this season. However, considering Cooks has had arguably the worst year of his career, fantasy managers will be taking a gamble with him in the lineup on Christmas Eve, even more so with the underwhelming play of Davis Mills throughout the 2022-23 campaign.
		Houston Texans wide receivers Chris Moore (foot) and Brandin Cooks (calf) are officially active for Saturday's game against the Tennessee Titans. Moore was added to the injury report with a foot issue after being limited in practice throughout the week. With Nico Collins (foot) on injured reserve, the 29-year-old should have an expanded role for the rest of the season. Moore remains a flex option in a plus matchup versus the Titans. Cooks returns to action after missing the last three weeks with a hamstring injury. The 29-year-old has caught 44 passes for 520 yards and a touchdown over 10 games in 2022. Cooks will serve as Houston's top wide receiver and is considered a borderline WR3 in Week 16.

Friday, December 23

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receivers Brandin Cooks (calf) and Chris Moore (foot) are both listed as questionable to play on Saturday on Christmas Eve against the Tennessee Titans in Week 16. Cooks was able to practice in full the last two days and is fully expected to end his three-game absence. The Texans already ruled Nico Collins (foot) out for a third straight game, so the team could be very thin behind Cooks at wideout if Moore is unable to get cleared. The 29-year-old Cooks shouldn't be limited at all and should be quarterback Davis Mills' top target, but there's very limited fantasy upside in this offense. After missing three games, it's hard to recommend Cooks as anything more than a WR4/flex dart throw in deeper fantasy leagues. If Moore is out, Phillip Dorsett should step in as the team's No. 2 pass-catcher.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) has been placed on Injured Reserve, effectively ending his second season in the NFL. Collins finishes his sophomore campaign with 37 receptions, 481 receiving yards, and two receiving touchdowns. In the context of the lifeless Houston Texans offense, it wasn't a horrible season, but there's obviously plenty of room for growth. Houston will likely have a new shiny rookie quarterback in 2023, so Collins is worth stashing in deep dynasty leagues. It remains to be seen if Brandin Cooks will return next season or if he'll be traded. Rookie John Metchie III missed all of 2022 after being diagnosed with leukemia, but he will likely be a factor next season. For the rest of 2022, Brandin Cooks (if he returns), Chris Moore, Phillip Dorsett, and Amari Rodgers will be the Texans' top receivers.

Thursday, December 22

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Chris Moore (foot) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. Thursday's injury report will indicate if Moore suits up against the Titans on Saturday. The 29-year-old could see an uptick in targets for the third straight week if Nico Collins (foot) and Brandin Cooks (calf) are inactive again for Week 16. He has caught 14 passes for 166 yards over the last two games without Cooks and Collins. Moore has been targeted 19 times in the previous two weeks and is borderline WR3 in a plus matchup against the Titans, who rank 23rd in DVOA against opposing WR1s.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) has been ruled out for the Week 16 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. This doesn't come as a surprise considering Collins hasn't played since Week 13. Honestly, it's surprising the Texans haven't placed the 23-year-old on the injured reserve. The Texans could be shorthanded this weekend with fellow wideout Brandin Cooks (calf) considered questionable to play. Chris Moore is looking like a viable streaming option with the Texans banged up at wide receiver.

Wednesday, December 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) missed practice on Tuesday, according to his team's estimated practice report. Collins has already missed two games with a foot injury and is not trending in the right direction for Week 16's matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Houston's receiving corps is rather banged up as Brandin Cooks (calf) has missed three straight games while Chris Moore (foot) was listed as limited on Tuesday. Of the three, Collins looks to be least likely to take the field on Saturday. Stay tuned as he would need to at least get in a limited session by Thursday to have a chance to play.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (calf) was a limited participant in Tuesday's estimated practice report. Cooks has missed three straight games with a calf ailment and is still highly questionable to play in Week 16's road matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Cooks also practiced on a limited basis last week before ultimately being ruled out of his team's Week 15 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. If Cooks can get in a full practice by Thursday, it would bode well for his availability heading into his team's Saturday game. If he suits up, he can be considered a WR3 against a leaky Tennessee pass defense.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) missed his second straight day of practice this week on Wednesday, while Brandin Cooks (calf) is practicing for the second straight day. Cooks was listed as limited on Tuesday's practice estimation. If Collins is unable to practice on Thursday, he'll likely miss his third straight game on Christmas Eve against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday. Meanwhile, it's looking like Cooks has a chance to end his three-game absence. Chris Moore had a 100-yard game in Week 14 with both Collins and Cooks sidelined and he led the team in receiving yet again in Week 15, but with just four catches for 42 yards. If Cooks returns this weekend, Moore will be hard to recommend as a flex option, even in deeper leagues.

Saturday, December 17

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (ankle) was placed on the injured reserve list on Saturday. His season is over. The rookie had a fantastic inaugural campaign, amassing nearly 1,000 rushing yards and totaling five touchdowns. It's expected Pierce will receive plenty of attention from fantasy managers during drafts heading into 2023-24, barring any setbacks with his injury. However, Rex Burkhead and Dare Ogunbowale should handle the work out of the backfield for the rest of the season, with the former being the player with the higher fantasy upside.

Friday, December 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receivers Brandin Cooks (calf) and Nico Collins (foot) are both slated to miss the Week 15 contest against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. Cooks was able to return to some limited practice repetitions this week, but the Texans will hold him out for the third straight game. Collins will be missing his second straight contest. The team's top two pass-catchers will hope to return in Week 16 against the Tennessee Titans next Saturday. With both Cooks and Collins sidelined last week, Chris Moore had a career day with 10 catches on 11 targets for 124 yards. The 29-year-old will be in line for another big workload this weekend and because of it should be in play as a WR4/flex for fantasy managers. Phillip Dorsett and Amari Rodgers will also have bigger roles.
		Houston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce (ankle) will not play in Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, according to league sources. Pierce wasn't able to practice all week and could be in danger of missing next week's game against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday as well. The 22-year-old leads all rookie running backs in 2022 with 939 yards and four touchdowns on 220 carries over 13 games played. He's also added 30 receptions on 39 targets for 165 yards and another score through the air. With Pierce sidelined, veteran Rex Burkhead is expected to see most of the backfield touches, and he could be pretty busy as a pass-catcher with both Brandin Cooks (calf) and Nico Collins (foot) out for a second straight game. Dare Ogunbowale will also be asked to step up in a change-of-pace role behind Burkhead.

Thursday, December 15

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) is trending toward missing his second straight game in Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs. He has yet to practice this week. With Brandin Cooks (calf) also potentially missing another game, the Texans are set to go with Chris Moore, who caught a career-high 10 passes in the Week 14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Phillip Dorsett and Amari Rodgers, who had a touchdown last Sunday, would also have expanded roles if both Collins and Cooks are out. Collins has really only been start-worthy in fantasy with Cooks out of the lineup in 2022. The 23-year-old second-year receiver has 37 catches on 66 targets for 481 yards and two touchdowns in 10 games for the Texans this year.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (calf) is going through some drills at practice on Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session. Cooks has missed the last two games with a calf injury, but the fact that he's back on the field on Thursday gives him a shot at returning this weekend to face the Kansas City Chiefs. Fellow wideout Nico Collins (foot) hasn't practiced this week and is trending toward missing his second straight game. So even if Cooks is active on Sunday, Chris Moore, who caught a career-high 10 passes for 124 yards in last week's loss to the Dallas Cowboys, should have an expanded role in Houston's passing attack in a game in which they'll surely have to air it out. Cooks has been a disappointment in his third year with the team, catching 44 of his 71 targets for 520 yards and only one touchdown in 10 games.

Wednesday, December 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (calf), who is not practicing on Wednesday, is not expected to play in Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. Cooks is on track to miss his third straight game with a calf ailment, so fantasy managers shouldn't be relying on him in the first week of the fantasy playoffs in most leagues. With both Cooks and Nico Collins (foot) out in the Week 14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, Chris Moore easily set season-highs with 10 catches on 11 targets for 124 yards. If both Cooks and Collins sit out again this Sunday against KC, Moore should once again be a target hog as Houston's unquestioned No. 1 pass-catcher. Phillip Dorsett should have a bigger role as well.
		Houston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce (ankle) and wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) are both not practicing on Wednesday. With Brandin Cooks (calf) expected to miss his third straight game, the Texans could be missing their top three offensive playmakers in Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs. Collins also missed last week's loss to the Dallas Cowboys, allowing Chris Moore to operate as the clear lead receiver with 10 catches for 124 yards. Pierce could miss one to two games with a relatively mild ankle sprain. If the impressive rookie is out this Sunday, veteran Rex Burkhead is likely to lead the Texans backfield, with Dare Ogunbowale also seeing an increased role as a change-of-pace back.

Tuesday, December 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith said on Monday that he didn't have an update yet on rookie running back Dameon Pierce's left ankle injury or whether he can play in Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs. "It will take an awful lot for him not to play," Smith said. The Texans are hoping the impressive rookie's injury is a short-term one, but we just don't know yet. We'll keep a close eye on Pierce's practice status this week. The 22-year-old has been impressive as Houston's lead back for most of the year, recording 1,104 scrimmage yards with five total touchdowns in his first NFL season. Veteran Rex Burkhead saw the bulk of the backfield touches when Pierce was injured in the Week 14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, but Eno Benjamin and Dare Ogunbowale could be involved in a timeshare against KC if Pierce is unable to play.
		Houston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce (ankle) suffered a relatively mild left high-ankle sprain in the Week 14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys that is likely to cost him at least one game, according to sources. A source characterized Pierce's status as fluid and predicted that the standout rookie could return within a range of one to two weeks. No structural damage was revealed during an MRI exam on Monday, so he's expected to play again this year. Fantasy managers probably won't have the 22-year-old available for the first round of the fantasy playoffs this weekend. The Texans waived Eno Benjamin on Tuesday, so if Pierce is unable to play this Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs, Rex Burkhead and Dare Ogunbowale would split the backfield duties.
		The Houston Texans waived running back Eno Benjamin on Tuesday, according to a source. Benjamin saw his first action with the Texans in the Week 14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, carrying the ball three times for one yards on just eight offensive snaps. Rookie standout Dameon Pierce (ankle) suffered a mild high-ankle sprain on Sunday and could miss one to two games, so with Benjamin now out of the picture, Rex Burkhead and Dare Ogunbowale would see expanded roles in Houston's backfield this weekend against the Kansas City Chiefs if Pierce is inactive. Benjamin began the year with the Arizona Cardinals and has 73 combined carries for 300 yards and two touchdowns, adding 24 catches for 184 yards in 12 games (three starts) in 2022. He'll look to latch on with another team for the final four weeks of the regular season.

Sunday, December 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce left Sunday's loss to the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury, which kept him from returning to the contest. Pierce finished with 78 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries. Pierce has clear control of this backfield if healthy and is a weekly RB2 play, even with a couple of bad recent weeks. But if he misses time, Houston will probably rely on three players Rex Burkhead, Eno Benjamin and Dare Ogunbowale. All three would be risky plays if Pierce misses next week's contest.

Friday, December 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) and rookie cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (hamstring) are not expected to play in Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys. With receiver Brandin Cooks (calf) also likely out for the second straight game, the Texans will be forced to rely on Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett as their top pass-catchers against a tough Dallas defense. Moore and Dorsett suddenly become attractive as flex plays in deeper leagues with quarterback Davis Mills returning to the starting role. Stingley, 21, has missed the last three games. He seems to be improving but has yet to practice this week and is in line to miss his fourth straight contest. With Houston's top two receivers likely out, the Cowboys defensive unit will be a top option for fantasy lineups in Week 14.
		Houston Texans wide receivers Brandin Cooks (calf) and Nico Collins (foot) have both officially been ruled out for Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys after neither receiver was able to practice this week. Cooks will be missing his second straight game. It's a tough break for quarterback Davis Mills, who will take back over under center after a two-game trial from Kyle Allen. Against a Texans offense that has scored the second-fewest points per game (15.7) this year, the Cowboys defense/special teams is a must-start this weekend. Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett will see significantly expanded roles in the passing game this Sunday, making them worth flex consideration in deeper leagues.

Thursday, December 08

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) did not practice Wednesday due to a foot injury. Teammate Brandin Cooks (calf) also missed Wednesday's session. Collins was targeted 10 times and caught a six-yard touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Cleveland Browns. The 23-year-old will have two more chances to practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. He has caught 37 passes for 481 yards and two touchdowns over 10 games in 2022. Collins remains a borderline flex play in a tough matchup against a Cowboys defense that ranks first in total DVOA this season.
		Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (concussion) was removed from the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Cowboys. The 32-year-old missed last Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns due to a concussion. He was a full participant in Wednesday's practice and cleared concussion protocols. Burkhead hasn't had much of a vital role with the Texans, rushing for 83 yards on 24 carries while catching 28 passes for 164 yards and a touchdown over 11 games in 2022. Burkhead is not on the fantasy radar against the Cowboys in Week 14 and should be avoided in most leagues.
		Houston Texans wide receivers Brandin Cooks (calf) and Nico Collins (foot) both missed practice on Thursday for the second straight day this week. If one or both of Cooks and/or Collins are unable to play this weekend against the Dallas Cowboys, Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett would benefit from larger roles in the passing game with the Texans going back to quarterback Davis Mills. Cooks also missed the Week 13 loss to the Cleveland Browns, so he's trending towards missing his second straight game. With Cooks sidelined last weekend, Collins scored his second touchdown of the season on three catches and 35 yards (season-high-tying 10 targets). The Cowboys defense is already a must-start unit in fantasy against Houston, but they'll be even more attractive if the Texans are missing one or both of their top wideouts.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (calf) is expected to miss a second straight game in Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys. Cooks has missed practice each of the last two days. Nico Collins (foot) also missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday, and he's trending in the wrong direction this weekend as well. If Houston is down their top two receivers on Sunday, Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett should fill in and would have flex appeal in deeper leagues. The Texans are going back to quarterback Davis Mills for this one as well. The Cowboys defensive unit in fantasy will be a must-start. Cooks has had a disappointing 2022 with 44 catches for 520 yards and only one touchdown on 71 targets in 10 games.

Wednesday, December 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (calf) is not practicing on Wednesday to begin the week. Cooks injured his calf in practice last week and was held out of the Week 13 loss to the Cleveland Browns. It's not a good sign that he's not practicing on Wednesday, but he still has two more chances to get back out on the field to close out the week if he wants to play in Week 14 against the Dallas Cowboys. If the 29-year-old returns this Sunday, he'll also be working with quarterback Davis Mills again after he was benched in favor of Kyle Allen the last two games. Even if Cooks suits up, he's been a low-upside WR4/flex in fantasy this year. Nico Collins would benefit as Houston's top wideout if Cooks misses a second straight game.

Sunday, December 04

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (concussion) and tight end O.J. Howard are inactive for Week 13 against the Cleveland Browns. Burkhead will miss his first game of the year while dealing with a head injury, while Howard is a healthy scratch for this one. Rookie Dameon Pierce will continue to lead this backfield and will be looking to break out of a recent slump in a good matchup. Enjo Benjamin and Dare Ogunbowale will see expanded roles behind Pierce with Burkhead sidelined on Sunday. Howard played a season-low 16 percent of the offensive snaps in Week 12 and finds himself on the bench this weekend. Jordan Akins should be the Texans' top pass-catching tight end against Cleveland.

Saturday, December 03

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's meeting with the Cleveland Browns. With Cooks out, expect to see quarterback Kyle Allen pepper receiver Nico Collins with targets, while Chris Moore could see an uptick in usage and has appeal in DFS contests. As for Cooks, he's barely been startable when healthy, and with Houston out of playoff contention, the team might not be in a position to rush him back. Managers in shallow leagues who need immediate help can go ahead and drop Cooks.
		Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (concussion) practiced in full on Friday and is officially listed as questionable for a Week 13 bout with the Cleveland Browns. Burkhead did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday after suffering a concussion in Week 12 but seemingly has a chance to suit up for Sunday's contest. The veteran has recently seen a significant decline in snaps and cannot be considered for fantasy purposes. If Burkhead were to be ruled out, additional opportunities could be available for Eno Benjamin and Dare Ogunbowale.

Thursday, December 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (concussion) did not practice Wednesday. He exited the Week 12 loss with a concussion against the Miami Dolphins and did not return. The 32-year-old will need to clear concussion protocols this week to have a chance to play Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Burkhead hasn't been involved in Houston's offense, serving in a complementary role to starter Dameon Pierce. Even if Burkhead is cleared, fantasy managers can avoid using the veteran back against the Browns in Week 13.
		Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (concussion) missed a second straight day of practice this week on Thursday. Burkhead remains in the league's concussion protocol after suffering a head injury in the Week 12 loss to the Miami Dolphins. He'll have one more day to get cleared on Friday, and if he doesn't, Eno Benjamin will likely serve as the primary backup in his team debut to rookie Dameon Pierce in Week 13 against the Cleveland Browns. Burkhead played just 11 offensive snaps last week before getting injured, catching one of his two targets for a five-yard gain. He didn't see a single carry in the contest.

Sunday, November 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Rex Burkhead (head) exited Sunday's meeting with the Miami Dolphins to receive a concussion evaluation. He did not return. The journeyman finished with only one catch for five yards, which isn't surprising considering he hasn't been involved the entire season. Nevertheless, there should be an update on his condition soon, but it shouldn't impact many fantasy managers either way.

Saturday, November 19

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young (knee) won't play against the Texans. The 23-year-old was expected to return on Sunday for his first game in over a year, so the latest update is somewhat of a surprise. Fortunately, head coach Ron Rivera reported on Friday that Chase would "most certainly" be activated ahead of the Commanders' Week 12 meeting versus Atlanta, giving IDP managers something to look forward to.

Thursday, November 17

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (hip, wrist) was seen at practice in the individual portion on Thursday after he sat out on Wednesday. Cooks typically gets a veteran rest day on Wednesday. The fact that he's back at practice on Thursday means he should be available to play in Week 11 against the Washington Commanders after he returned from a one-game personal absence last Sunday in the loss to the New York Giants. The 29-year-old will continue to serve as one of quarterback Davis Mills' top targets, but he hasn't been as reliable for fantasy managers in 2022 in this lackluster offense. Cooks hasn't even been inside the top-50 wideouts in half-point PPR scoring this year with 36 receptions for 391 yards and one touchdown in eight games played.

Wednesday, November 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (hip, wrist) did not practice on Wednesday, while teammate Nico Collins (groin) was listed as a limited participant. Cooks was dealing with a wrist injury before missing Week 9 due to personal reasons, but the hip injury seems to be a new issue that he may have picked up in his Week 10 return. Collins, on the other hand, was sidelined for Weeks 8 and 9 with his groin injury but also suited up last week. Houston could be limiting Collins in practice as a cautionary measure as there have been no reports of any setbacks suffered last Sunday. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to practice reports throughout the week as Collins would be a solid option against the Washington Commanders if Cooks were to be ruled out.

Tuesday, November 15

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans claimed former Arizona Cardinals running back Eno Benjamin off waivers on Tuesday, according to his agents, Drew and Jason Rosenhaus. The Cardinals surprisingly waived Benjamin on Tuesday, and the Texans have quickly scooped him up as backfield insurance behind impressive rookie Dameon Pierce. Benjamin started in Weeks 6-8 with James Conner injured and had 36 carries for 151 yards and one touchdown, adding 11 catches (15 targets) for 72 additional yards. The 23-year-old could eventually become the primary handcuff option for fantasy managers that have Pierce rostered, but he'll have to surpass both Rex Burkhead and Dare Ogunbowale on Houston's RB depth chart first. The 23-year-old remains only worth stashing in much deeper fantasy leagues.

Sunday, November 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (wrist) traveled with the team to New York and is expected to play on Sunday against the Giants. The veteran isn't happy in Houston and was looking to be traded ahead of the deadline. However, that didn't happen, so it appears he'll remain a Texan through the end of the 2022-23 campaign. Cooks has totaled 32 catches for 354 yards and a touchdown this season and hasn't played since the Week 8 meeting versus the Titans. While he is arguably the best offensive player on the roster, it's unknown how much work he'll receive in Week 10. As a result, he should be considered a risky flex option with upside.
		Houston Texans wide receivers Brandin Cooks (wrist) and Nico Collins (groin) are both officially active for Week 10 against the New York Giants. Both players were able to practice this week and were expected to return to action this weekend. Cooks missed last Thursday's game due to personal reasons, while Collins has missed the last two contests with his groin injury. It's been hard to trust any Texans offensive player not named Dameon Pierce this year, although Cooks is the team's leading receiver with 32 catches on 53 targets for 354 yards and one touchdown. Cooks should be seen as a WR3/flex with minimal upside against a Giants defense that has allowed the fourth-fewest fantasy points to wideouts this year in half-point PPR scoring.

Saturday, November 12

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Although Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) is listed as questionable for Week 10 against the New York Giants, he practiced all week and is trending toward being available on Sunday. Collins had a good week and avoided setbacks after missing the last two games, so he should be active this weekend, barring a late setback. No. 1 receiver Brandin Cooks (wrist) is also trending toward playing after missing last Thursday's game, so the Texans should have their top two receivers available against the Giants. Collins is hard to recommend in starting fantasy lineups, even in deeper leagues as a flex play. In Houston's low-scoring offense, the 23-year-old is still searching for his first touchdown of 2022.

Friday, November 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) was limited in practice again on Thursday for the second straight day this week. Collins has missed the last two games due to his groin injury, but he's giving himself a chance to return in Week 10 to face the New York Giants. The Texans offense should be getting top wideout Brandin Cooks back as well after he sat out last Thursday's game due to personal reasons after he wasn't traded at last week's deadline. Collins has been the team's No. 2 receiver when healthy in 2022, but it has produced just 18 catches on 30 targets for 305 yards and no touchdowns in six games played. He can remain on the waiver wire in standard 12-team fantasy leagues.
		Houston Texans wide receivers Brandin Cooks (wrist) and Nico Collins (groin) are both listed as questionable for Week 10 against the New York Giants. Cooks didn't practice on Wednesday but was limited the last two days, while Collins was limited all week. Cooks was held out for personal reasons last Thursday, and Collins has missed the last two games, but it looks like the Texans will be getting their top two receivers back this weekend. If that's the case, Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore won't be deep-league flex options. Cooks will likely return to No. 1 duties if he's active, but that role has led to only 32 catches for 354 yards and one touchdown in seven games this season in Houston's lackluster offense. Consider him a WR3/4 with limited upside if he's active.

Thursday, November 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (wrist) was taking part in practice on Thursday. He was present for Wednesday's session but didn't get any work in. Cooks was unhappy that he wasn't traded at the deadline last week and was held out of last Thursday's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles as a result. Despite the frustration, it looks like the 29-year-old will return to the field this weekend to face the New York Giants. Houston could also be getting receiver Nico Collins (groin) back from a two-game absence, which would be great news for quarterback Davis Mills. However, Houston's offense hasn't been very fantasy friendly outside of rookie running back Dameon Pierce. Cooks will be a low-upside WR3/flex if he plays on Sunday.
		Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (chest/shoulder) was limited during Thursday's practice session. The rookie back has been limited in two straight practices, which raises concern that he might sit this weekend. At the moment, fantasy managers should consider him questionable for the Week 10 matchup against the New York Giants. His practice status on Friday is going to go a long way to determining whether or not he suits up this week. Otherwise, Rex Burkhead could have some streaming appeal if Pierce is on the sideline.

Wednesday, November 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) is back at practice on Wednesday after missing the last two games due to a groin injury. It's a good sign that the Texans will be able to get him back in Week 10 versus the New York Giants. As long as Collins doesn't suffer a setback later this week, he looks to be in line to end his absence at two games. After sitting out last Thursday against the Philadelphia Eagles, Brandin Cooks (personal) could also return this Sunday, which would give the Texans and quarterback Davis Mills their top two receivers back. However, fantasy managers haven't been able to trust anyone besides rookie running back Dameon Pierce in this offense in 2022. Collins has 18 catches on 30 targets for 305 yards and no touchdowns in six games.
		Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (chest, shoulder) was added to the injury report on Wednesday as a limited practice participant. It's unclear exactly when Pierce picked these injuries up and how severe they are, but the fact that he was able to practice in any capacity is encouraging. Fantasy managers should not panic about the rookie just yet but need to monitor practice reports throughout the week. Assuming Pierce suits up against the New York Giants on Sunday, he will be worth starting in all formats.

Tuesday, November 08

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith is hopeful that wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) will be able to practice this week. Collins has missed the last two games with his groin injury, but it sounds like he could have a shot at returning in Week 10 to face the New York Giants. We'll keep a close eye on his practice status this week. The situation also remains unclear with Brandin Cooks, who was held out of last Thursday's game due to personal reasons. If Collins is able to return and Cooks continues to sit out, Collins would operate as the top pass-catcher for quarterback Davis Mills. However, it's been hard to trust anyone in the Texans offense in fantasy this year beyond rookie running back Dameon Pierce. Collins has 18 catches (30 targets) for 305 yards and no scores in six games in his second NFL season.

Friday, November 04

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (personal) will be back in the team's building Friday. "Brandin will be back in the building tomorrow, on the team," said Texans head coach Lovie Smith. The 29-year-old missed Thursday's game against the Eagles for personal reasons and two days of practice after expressing his displeasure on social media and privately that he wasn't traded at the NFL deadline. "He's going to be in the building tomorrow," Smith said. "Everybody that's in the building is on the football team. He'll be back on the team ready to go." Fantasy managers should continue to stash Cooks for now after he caught 32 passes for 354 yards and a touchdown over seven games in 2022.

Thursday, November 03

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks didn't practice this week due to personal reasons, and it's unclear if he will be active for Thursday Night Football against the Philadelphia Eagles. The 29-year-old is officially listed as questionable, and his status for Thursday's contest is up in the air. After the Texans didn't move the veteran wideout by Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, he posted a cryptic, angry social media message when he wasn't traded. Cooks is trending in the wrong direction of suiting up against the Eagles. Nico Collins (groin) was already ruled out, and the Texans will be thin at wide receiver as Phillip Dorsett, Chris Moore, and Tyron Johnson should see an uptick in targets if Cooks is inactive Thursday.

Wednesday, November 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) and defensive tackle Maliek Collins (chest) haven't practiced this week and are not expected to return for a Week 9 showdown against the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night. Both players missed the Week 8 loss to the Tennessee Titans after getting injured in Week 7. Houston had a tough time moving the ball through the air without Nico Collins on Sunday, and they allowed Derrick Henry to gain 219 rushing yards and two touchdowns without Maliek Collins on the defensive line. Brandin Cooks, who wasn't traded at Tuesday's deadline, led the team with four catches for 73 yards against the Titans, and he should remain the top pass-catcher for Houston on Thursday in a game in which the Texans will likely be playing from behind yet again.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) has officially been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Collins also missed the Week 8 loss to the Tennessee Titans, and the quick turnaround on a short week proved to be too much for him to return in Week 9. Brandin Cooks (wrist) is also listed as questionable, so there's a chance that Houston could be without its top two receivers this week. Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore could be thrust into much bigger roles if Cooks is also inactive, so they may be worth a dart-throw shot as a flex in deeper fantasy leagues. It remains to be seen if Collins will be ready to go in Week 10 against the New York Giants.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (wrist) is listed as questionable to face the undefeated Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night to kick off Week 9 action. Cooks practiced in full on Monday but then was listed as a DNP the last two days for personal reasons on top of the wrist injury. The 29-year-old played through the injury in the Week 8 loss to the Tennessee Titans and caught four passes for 73 yards without Nico Collins (groin) active. Collins will be out again this week, so Cooks should receive a healthy amount of targets in a game in which Houston will likely have to throw often. There's a chance that Cooks could be unhappy with the organization because he wasn't traded on Tuesday, but it's unclear if that will lead to him being a healthy scratch Thursday. Check back when inactives are released tomorrow.

Tuesday, November 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) missed their Week 8 contest against the Titans due to injury. He followed that up with a Did Not Practice tag on Monday, putting his status for Thursday's game against the Eagles in question. The 23-year-old has played six of eight games this season, struggling to stay healthy. He has been productive when he plays, averaging about 50 receiving yards per game, which is impressive considering Houston ranks 29th in offensive pass DVOA, according to Football Outsiders. Collins will have two more days to return to practice ahead of their Week 9 outing, providing more clarity about whether he'll be able to play.

Sunday, October 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (wrist) is expected to be active for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Cooks popped up on the injury report on Friday, and although he remained a full participant in practice, the team listed him as questionable heading into the weekend. The veteran wideout has generated some interest in the trade market after fetching 28 receptions for 281 yards and one score over the first six weeks of the season. He falls into the WR3 tier in fantasy football this week.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (wrist) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans. He had been listed as questionable. The veteran wideout has generated some interest in the trade market after fetching 28 receptions for 281 yards and one score over the first six weeks of the season. He falls into the WR3 tier in fantasy football this week and has some added appeal with Nico Collins (groin) sidelined.

Saturday, October 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) isn't expected to play Sunday when the Texans take on the Titans, according to KPRC's Aaron Wilson. The Titans allow the second-most passing yards per game in the NFL, so Collins likely would have been considered a fantasy sleeper if he played. Expect more targets to Brandin Cooks, who becomes a solid WR2 play. Otherwise, Houston doesn't really have any other pass-catchers that can be trusted in season-long leagues.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) has been ruled out for the Week 8 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Collins was held out of practice all week due to a groin issue. Despite that, he was listed as questionable for this game, but has ultimately been ruled out. His absence makes Brandin Cooks a high-end WR2 for this game. Also, Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett should see increased targets with Collins sidelined. However, both should be considered desperation options in deep leagues.

Friday, October 28

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receivers Brandin Cooks (wrist) and Nico Collins (groin) are both listed as questionable for Week 8 against the Tennessee Titans. Cooks popped up on Friday's injury report with a wrist injury but was able to practice in full, suggesting he should be out there on Sunday. And with Collins missing practice all week and on the wrong side of questionable, Cooks could see a nice uptick in targets this weekend. Cooks will have WR2 upside with Collins expected to sit out against Tennessee. Meanwhile, Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore will work as the No. 2 and 3 receivers if Collins is indeed inactive. But it will be hard to trust Dorsett and Moore as anything more than dart-throw flexes in deep leagues.

Thursday, October 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith said that wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) isn't dealing with a season-ending injury. "I don't know. He didn't practice today. He's not out for the season. Hopefully, we'll get him back sooner," Smith said. While it's positive news that Collins' injury isn't long-term, Smith also didn't give any kind of timeline for when we can expect Collins to return to action. The 23-year-old wasn't able to practice on Wednesday, so it wouldn't be a surprise at all to see him miss the Week 8 game against the Tennessee Titans. If Collins is inactive on Sunday, Brandin Cooks, Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore would all see more usage in the passing game. Collins is still looking for his first touchdown of the year while catching 18 of 30 targets for 305 yards in six games.
		Houston Texans veteran linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill asked for and was granted his release on Wednesday. Grugier-Hill has recorded 40 tackles (30 solo) in six games with the Texans this year and leaves the organization ranking first (20) and second (18) in franchise history in tackles in a single game. The 28-year-old former sixth-round pick of the New England Patriots in 2016 out of Eastern Illinois had a career-high 108 tackles (71 solo), 13 tackles for loss, five QB hits, an interception, three passes defensed, two forced fumbles and three sacks in 14 starts in his first year in Houston last season.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) is missing practice for the second straight day on Thursday. The good news is that head coach Lovie Smith said Collins' injury isn't season-ending, but there's a good chance he won't play in Week 8 against the Tennessee Titans unless he gets back out on the practice field on Friday. It's also possible that the 23-year-old could be placed on Injured Reserve, which would require him to miss at least four games. If Collins misses this weekend and more time, Brandin Cooks could be heavily peppered with targets from quarterback Davis Mills, while Phillip Dorsett and Chris Moore would also step into bigger roles in the passing game in Houston.

Tuesday, October 25

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans signed former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tyron Johnson to their active roster on Tuesday, according to a source. The Raiders recently cut Johnson from the practice squad, but now he'll latch on with the Texans. He was active for two games with Las Vegas this year but wasn't targeted at all on offense and played a grand total of four offensive snaps in those two games. The 26-year-old has 22 career receptions on 31 targets for 414 yards and three touchdowns in three NFL seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers, Jacksonville Jaguars and the Raiders. Johnson will help provide receiving depth behind Brandin Cooks, Nico Collins, Chris Moore, Phillip Dorsett and Tyler Johnson.
		The Houston Texans waived wide receiver Tyler Johnson on Tuesday, according to the team. In a corresponding move, the team signed Tyron Johnson to their active roster to provide some receiving depth behind Brandin Cooks, Nico Collins, Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett. In just two games played this year for the Texans, Tyler Johnson played 29 offensive snaps in Weeks 4 and 5 and didn't record a single target on offense. The 24-year-old former fifth-round selection by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020 out of Minnesota caught 48 of 72 targets for 529 yards and two touchdowns in his first two NFL seasons in Tampa. He'll now be looking for work on the open market.

Sunday, October 23

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) and wide receiver Chris Moore (hip) are active for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. They both practiced in full on Friday and were listed as questionable. Jordan hasn't played since Week 2 when he hauled in two of four targets for three yards. Meanwhile, Moore hasn't been active since Week 4. He has nine catches for 108 yards this year. Neither player has significant fantasy appeal this week.
		Houston Texans defensive lineman Maliek Collins (chest) exited Sunday's game versus the Las Vegas Raiders. The 27-year-old is questionable to return, so if he's done for the remainder of Week 7, he'll finish with only one tackle. Collins has 12 total tackles in 2022-23. As a result, there shouldn't be too many disappointed IDP managers if he misses time moving ahead.
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (groin) won't return to Sunday's matchup versus the Raiders. Collins, who finished with three catches for 33 yards, was the team's leading wideout entering this contest, so hopefully, he'll be healthy enough to suit up in Week 8 against the Tennessee Titans. If not, Brandin Cooks and Dameon Pierce will need to get more involved.

Saturday, October 22

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans top pass-rushing defensive end Jonathan Greenard (calf) is going on Injured Reserve after he injured his calf in practice this week, according to a source. Greenard is expected to return to the team in four to six weeks. The 25-year-old already missed the Week 5 game and wasn't ready to return this weekend after resting up during last week's bye. The third-year pass-rusher had 1.5 sacks, nine tackles (six solo), five tackles for loss and three QB hits in his four games played before land on Injured Reserve. It's a blow to Houston's defensive line and their pass rush, which is good news for the Las Vegas Raiders, who are also coming off a bye last week.
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) and wide receiver Chris Moore (hip) are both listed as questionable for Week 7 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Both players were full participants in practice on Thursday and Friday, so it would be a surprise if they weren't active on Sunday. Jordan hasn't played since Week 2, but he'll be forced to battle for targets with both O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins if he makes his return. It's hard to predict which Texans tight end will have the better game, and adding Jordan to the mix will make it even tougher. Moore missed the Week 5 game before last week's bye, but he should be back on the field against Vegas. The 29-year-old is well off the fantasy radar with just eight catches for 108 yards and no touchdowns in 2022.

Thursday, October 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (Achilles, wrist) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. He popped up on the injury report for the first time this season. The 23-year-old will have two more chances to log a full practice, but the injuries shouldn't hinder his status for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. He has caught 15 passes for 272 yards over five games in 2022. Collins is Houston's WR2 and should be considered a flex option in a plus matchup against the Raiders in Week 7.

Monday, October 17

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans are parting ways with executive vice president of football operations Jack Easterby, according to sources. It's a significant shakeup of the team's front office after they hired Easterby in 2019. He had a major voice with the organization. Easterby took on a bigger role when Houston fired head coach and general manager Bill O'Brien early in the 2020 season. However, he had been less vocal and visible this year after Lovie Smith was hired as the head coach to replace David Culley. Easterby started his career in the NFL as a character coach with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2011, and he also spent six years with the New England Patriots.

Thursday, October 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans signed tight end Jordan Akins to their 53-man roster from their practice squad on Wednesday, according to his agents. The Texans recently cut Pharaoh Brown and Brevin Jordan (ankle) has missed the last couple of games due to injury. In three games active in 2022 in Weeks 3 through 5, Akins has caught seven of his eight targets for 86 yards and a touchdown. The 30-year-old isn't much of an option for fantasy managers in 12-team leagues, though, in Houston's lackluster offense with O.J. Howard also available at the position. And when Jordan returns from injury (likely after the Week 6 bye), Akins will have plenty of competition for targets at the position.

Sunday, October 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Chris Moore (hip) missed practice all week and is inactive in Week 5 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Moore led the team in receiving yards in Week 3 with 63 on three receptions, but in his four games so far this year, he has just eight catches on 12 targets for 108 yards and no touchdowns. He's been well off the fantasy radar in standard-sized leagues. With the 29-year-old out this weekend, Phillip Dorsett and Tyler Johnson will fight for more playing time behind Brandin Cooks and Nico Collins. The Texans offense barely supports one fantasy relevant wideout, so fantasy managers can ignore Dorsett and Johnson in Week 5.

Friday, October 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) will miss yet another game in Week 5 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Texans released Pharaoh Brown earlier this week, so O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins will continue to split playing time at the position for the Texans this weekend against the Jaguars. In last week's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, Howard caught two of five targets for 27 yards, while Akins caught both of his targets for just 33 yards. Neither tight end is particularly attractive as a TE2 streamer in this mediocre Texans offense. Jordan hasn't played since Week 2 and had only three catches on six targets for eight yards in two games on the season.

Thursday, October 06

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) is not practicing on Thursday. He hasn't practiced since tweaking his ankle in Week 2. The 22-year-old is considered day-to-day and will have one more chance to practice this week. Jordan has three catches for eight yards over two games. O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins will be the Texans' top two tight ends if Jordan is ruled out in Week 5 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Howard or Akins are deep-league fliers at best if Jordan misses another week.

Tuesday, October 04

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans are cutting tight end Pharaoh Brown on Tuesday, according to sources. Brown didn't play in the Week 4 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers due to hip and shoulder injuries and signed a one-year, $3 million guaranteed contract in the offseason. Through three games played this year, he caught seven of his 10 targets for 72 yards, and he has 46 career catches for 433 yards and two touchdowns in 42 games (31 starts) in five NFL seasons with the Texans, Raiders and Browns. The 28-year-old has mostly been a blocker in his career, so if he resurfaces with another team, he's unlikely to have much, if any, fantasy appeal. Brevin Jordan (ankle) has missed the last two games for Houston, but they also have O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins at the position.

Sunday, October 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Pharaoh Brown (shoulder) is listed as questionable for the Week 4 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. The Texans have already ruled out Brevin Jordan (shoulder) for this contest. They've elevated Jordan Atkins and Mason Schreck with the team short on options at tight end. Brown was able to practice in full on Wednesday and Thursday. However, he was limited on Friday, which raises the question on whether or not he'll suit up. Regardless, O.J. Howard is really the only tight end worth looking at in Houston right now. He'll have some TE2 value in deep leagues for this upcoming contest, but could have increased value if Brown is out.
		Houston Texans tight ends Brevin Jordan (ankle) and Pharaoh Brown (shoulder) are both inactive for the Week 4 contest against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. With both Jordan and Brown out for this one, the Texans will roll with a combination of Jordan Akins and O.J. Howard at the position. Howard had two touchdowns in his team debut in the season opener, but he's had just one catch for seven yards on two targets in the two games since. Meanwhile, Akins caught three of his four targets for 31 yards and one touchdown in his season debut in last week's loss to the Chicago Bears. In a weak Texans offense, both Akins and Howard are low-upside, touchdown-dependent TE2 streamers in fantasy.

Friday, September 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (hip) returned to full practice on Thursday. The 22-year-old was added to the injury report with a hip issue and was limited in Wednesday's session. He is coming off the best game of the season, logging 20 carries for 80 yards and a TD to go along with two catches for 21 yards in the Week 3 loss to the Chicago Bears. Pierce will operate as the Texans' lead back, while teammate Rex Burkhead will provide a change of pace in Week 4 versus the Los Angeles Chargers. Fantasy managers can plug and play Pierce in their lineups as a borderline RB2 in Week 4.

Thursday, September 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce (hip) was listed as a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. The severity of the hip injury he is nursing is currently unknown. The rookie seems to have taken control of the Texans' backfield, as he enjoyed a breakout performance last week with over 100 scrimmage yards and a touchdown. His status will be important to monitor ahead of a Week 4 matchup with a Los Angeles Chargers defense that is allowing 26.4 PPR fantasy points per contest to opposing running backs. If Pierce is sidelined, Rex Burkhead would become an intriguing flex play.
		Houston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce (hip), who showed up on the injury report on Wednesday with a hip injury, was limited in practice again on Thursday. It gives Pierce a good shot at suiting up for the Week 4 game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The fourth-round rookie played 59 percent of the offensive snaps in the Week 3 loss to the Chicago Bears and handled a season-high 20 carries for 80 yards and his first NFL touchdown while catching both his targets for 21 yards. The 22-year-old will enter this Sunday's game as the team's clear lead ball-carrier against the Bolts, making him a low-end RB2 in Houston's mediocre offense.
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) missed his second straight practice of the week on Thursday. It appears that Jordan is heading for his second straight missed game in Week 4 against the Los Angeles Chargers if he's unable to return to the practice field on Friday. With Jordan inactive in last week's loss to the Chicago Bears, Jordan Akins and Pharaoh Brown both caught three passes on four targets for 31 yards, but Akins was the one that found the end zone. If Jordan misses another game, expect Akins, Brown and O.J. Howard to continue splitting tight end reps on game day against the Bolts. With so many bodies involved at the position in Houston, it's best to look elsewhere in fantasy.

Monday, September 26

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Baltimore Ravens linebacker Justin Houston (groin) was forced to exit the team's Week 3 victory over the New England Patriots and did not return. The former Pro Bowler suffered a groin strain, but head coach John Harbaugh said after the game that Houston could return as early as Week 4. More details should be revealed early in the week, but the team will hope to have Houston back for a showdown with the Buffalo Bills next Sunday.

Sunday, September 25

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Pharaoh Brown (shoulder), who was listed as questionable, is active in Week 3 against the Chicago Bears. Brevin Jordan (ankle) was already ruled out, so Brown and O.J. Howard should split playing time at the position on Sunday. Brown was more involved in the Week 2 loss to the Denver Broncos, playing 71 percent of the offensive snaps and catching three of five targets for 24 yards. While he should be more involved against Chicago, Howard is still the much better TE2 sleeper play in deeper leagues.
		Baltimore Ravens linebacker Justin Houston (groin) is questionable to return against the New England Patriots in Week 3. The 33-year-old has totaled two sacks and six tackles so far this season. Jason Pierre-Paul and Malik Harrison will likely contribute additional defensive snaps for the duration of Houston's absence.
		Baltimore Ravens linebacker Justin Houston (groin) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the New England Patriots in Week 3. The 33-year-old has totaled two sacks and six tackles so far this season. Jason Pierre-Paul and Malik Harrison will contribute additional defensive snaps if Houston is forced to miss extended time.

Saturday, September 24

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) has been ruled out for the team's Week 3 matchup against the Chicago Bears. Jordan was questionable with an ankle injury heading into Week 2 but was able to play through it. He has not practiced since and will be sidelined as O.J. Howard is likely to draw the start. Although Jordan out-snapped Howard in both games this season, he has been a non-factor for fantasy football. Howard becomes a deep-league desperation play in Jordan's absence, but both tight ends should likely be left on waivers.
		Houston Texans tight end Pharaoh Brown (shoulder) is listed as questionable to play in Week 3 against the Chicago Bears. Brown appeared on the injury report this week and didn't practice on Thursday before being a full-go in practice on Friday. The Texans already ruled Brevin Jordan (ankle) out for Sunday's contest, so if Brown doesn't play, O.J. Howard could have a much bigger role in the team's passing attack. Jordan Akins would likely be brought up from the practice squad if Brown is inactive against Chicago. Brown, 28, has caught four of his six targets for 41 yards through the team's first two games of the 2022 season. He should remain on waiver wires everywhere.

Thursday, September 22

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (thumb) showed up on the injury report for Week 3. Luckily, the 23-year-old was a full participant during Wednesday's practice. The young quarterback has thrown for over 400 yards with two touchdowns and zero interceptions in two games this season. The Texans aren't exactly competitive, so Mills shouldn't be in any danger of being benched. He does have potential, but it's unlikely he'll become a reliable fantasy option at any point this season.
		Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (thumb) popped up on the injury report following their Week 2 loss to the Broncos. The 23-year-old practiced in full on Wednesday, indicating he will be active for their matchup against the Bears on Sunday. The sophomore has struggled to move the offense over the first two games, generating 20 points in Week 1 and only nine points in Week 2. He's also thrown for 417 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions this season. Given his modest production in this low-scoring offense, he remains off-the-radar for fantasy football, even in two-quarterback or superflex leagues.

Wednesday, September 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans placed center Justin Britt (personal) on the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list on Tuesday. Britt has been away from the team for what head coach Lovie Smith has termed "personal reasons." It remains to be seen when the 31-year-old veteran will rejoin the team this year. He played all 70 of the team's offensive snaps in the Week 1 tie with the Indianapolis Colts, but he wasn't with the team for their Week 2 loss to the Denver Broncos. With Britt out last Sunday, Scott Quessenberry served as the starting center and played 100 percent of the offensive snaps against Denver.

Tuesday, September 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans restructured wide receiver Brandin Cooks' deal on Tuesday, and his new salary cap figure is now at $9.755 million, which is down from $10.309 million. Cooks has yet to find the end zone for the Texans and his fantasy managers through the first two games of the 2022 season, but he's drawn a healthy 22 targets against the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos. The 28-year-old has 11 receptions for 136 yards (12.4 yards per catch) in the early going and is realistically the only Houston receiver worth using in starting lineups moving forward. Cooks remains quarterback Davis Mills' go-to target through the air, and he'll be in play as a WR2 in Week 3 against the Chicago Bears.

Sunday, September 18

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) is officially active for Week 2 against the Denver Broncos. He had been listed as questionable after a pair of limited practices on Wednesday and Friday. (He was a non-participant on Thursday.) The second-year player out of Florida is the No. 1 tight end in the Houston offense, but he finished second to teammate O.J. Howard in receptions, yards, and touchdowns last week. Without more clarity on their respective roles, both tight ends should be left on waivers in fantasy football.
		Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II (shoulder) won't return for the remainder of the Week 2 matchup versus Houston. The 22-year-old is considered one of the best corners in the league, so fans and IDP managers alike are hoping the injury isn't severe. While the team should have an update within the next day or so, there's a chance he may not be available for the Week 3 meeting against San Francisco.

Saturday, September 17

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) is officially listed as questionable to play in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos on the road. Jordan was limited on Wednesday and Friday and took a DNP on Thursday. The 22-year-old played 60 percent of the offensive snaps and caught just one of two targets for a five-yard gain in the Week 1 tie with the Indianapolis Colts. Meanwhile, O.J. Howard played just 17 percent of the snaps, but he caught both of his targets for 38 yards and two touchdowns. Jordan should be the team's primary tight end if he's active, but the presence of Howard and Pharaoh Brown severely limits his fantasy potential for a lackluster Texans offense. If Jordan sits out on Sunday, Howard will become more attractive as a TE2 streamer in deeper leagues.

Thursday, September 15

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. He caught one of two targets for five yards during the Week 1 tie with the Indianapolis Colts. The 22-year-old was second among all Houston's tight ends with 42 snaps. Pharaoh Brown led the team with 46 snaps while O.J. Howard only had 12 snaps but caught two touchdowns. With Howard being the quarterback Davis Mills' top red zone target, Jordan is not on the fantasy radar and can be left on the waiver wire in most leagues.
		Houston Texans offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton said he thinks tight end Brevin Jordan (ankle) will be able to play on Sunday in the Week 2 contest against the Denver Broncos on the road. Jordan popped up on the injured report on Wednesday and was limited in practice with his ankle issue. He played 42 of the team's 70 offensive snaps in the Week 1 tie with the Indianapolis Colts, catching only one pass for five yards on his two targets in the game. O.J. Howard out-shined him, catching both of his targets for 38 yards and two touchdowns, but Howard only played 12 snaps. Pharaoh Brown also played 46 snaps. The 22-year-old Jordan should remain Houston's primary tight end when healthy, but the presence of Howard and Brown make it impossible to trust Jordan in starting fantasy lineups.

Tuesday, September 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans have decided to bring back running back Royce Freeman. This is the second time the Texans have brought back Freeman since cutting him in late August. The veteran back is expected to stay on the practice squad for now. However, Freeman could quickly join the mix, assuming things don't get better for the Texans. They averaged 2.9 yards per carry during Sunday's tie with the Indianapolis Colts. Dameon Pierce and Rex Burkhead are getting a bulk of the carries in Houston. Freeman won't have any fantasy value with them in his way.

Sunday, September 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans quarterback Jeff Driskel has been promoted from the practice squad and will be available for the season opener versus the Colts. The Texans had only two quarterbacks on the depth chart heading into Week 1, so the move was made for obvious reasons. With that said, even if Davis Mills goes down with an injury, Kyle Allen is the favorite to replace him. As a result, Driskel has no fantasy value on Sunday, and that's not expected to change in the subsequent weeks ahead, even if he stays on the active roster.

Monday, September 05

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans running back Marlon Mack has been released by the organization. The team moved on from him in late August, but decided to bring him back. Now, Houston has decided to completely move on from Mack instead of carrying him on the practice squad. The expectation is that rookie Dameon Pierce will get a bulk of the carries with Rex Burkhead being the primary pass catcher. At the moment, Pierce looks like a strong RB3 and Burkhead should have some PPR value. As for Mack, he'll have a chance to catch on with another organization before the season begins. He rushed for over 1,000 yards in 2019, but suffered an Achilles tear in 2020. Mack never looked the same since the injury, but hopefully he'll land a depth spot somewhere. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect Mack to have fantasy value to begin the season.

Saturday, September 03

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans tight end Pharaoh Brown (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. The 28-year-old is dealing with a hamstring injury, which have a tendency to linger. Luckily, the Texans did add O.J. Howard as insurance at tight end. Also, Brevin Jordan should see a significant snap count this upcoming season. Last year, Brown finished with 23 catches for 171 yards and no touchdowns in 15 games with Houston. It's tough to imagine Brown having fantasy value in Houston right away.

Friday, September 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Texans signed tight end O.J. Howard on Thursday. The 27-year-old was recently released by Buffalo and was expected to sign with the Bengals. However, he is now heading to Houston instead. The Buccaneers drafted Howard in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He began his career in Tampa Bay by recording 11 touchdowns throughout his first two seasons. Yet, he combined for only four over the next three years with the team. Nevertheless, there's a chance Howard could climb the depth chart, overtaking Pharaoh Brown and Brevin Jordan, so despite not having much fantasy value currently, that may change as the year progresses.
		The Houston Texans released wide receiver Chris Conley on Friday to make room for newly signed tight end O.J. Howard on the active roster. In his lone season with Houston last year, Conley caught 22 of his 37 targets for 323 yards and only two touchdowns in 16 games (10 starts). The 29-year-old former third-round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2015 will be looking to find work with another NFL team before the start of Week 1 of the regular season next week. The Texans receiver depth chart currently has Brandin Cooks at the top, followed by Nico Collins, Chris Moore, Tyler Johnson and Phillip Dorsett.

Wednesday, August 31

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans wide receiver Chris Conley was released by the organization on Tuesday. He re-signed with the team in March, but apparently didn't show enough to warrant keeping on the roster. Now, the Texans only have four active wide receivers on their roster as they head into Week 1. Possibly, the team decides to bring back Conley after they make some other moves. Last season, Conley finished with 22 receptions, 323 receiving yards, and two touchdowns in 16 games (10 starts) with the Texans. He'll likely be scooped up pretty fast, assuming the Texans don't plan on bringing him back. There isn't much weekly fantasy value in Conley, but he's a nice depth option at wideout.
		Running back Marlon Mack, who was released by the Houston Texans on Tuesday, is planning to re-sign with the team's practice squad. Mack was one of the most surprising cuts of roster cutdown day on Tuesday, but he'll stick with Houston after all as veteran depth behind impressive rookie Dameon Pierce and Rex Burkhead. The 26-year-old had a serious Achilles injury while with the Indianapolis Colts two years ago, and he's just now getting back to full health. He won't be a fantasy option in 2022 unless injuries strike Pierce and Burkhead. With the expectation that Pierce will see heavy early down usage right out of the gates in his rookie season, he's rising up draft boards as an RB3/flex with upside.
		The Houston Texans claimed former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Tyler Johnson off waivers on Wednesday. It didn't take Johnson long to find a team after Tampa waived him on roster cutdown day on Tuesday. The 24-year-old former fifth-round pick in 2020 caught 48 of 72 targets for 529 yards and two touchdowns in 31 games (six starts) in his two seasons in Tampa, including a 36-360-0 line in 17 games (three starts) in 2021. He'll have to learn a new offense in Houston, but there is some opportunity behind Brandin Cooks and Nico Collins. Johnson will be competing for playing time with Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett. For now, fantasy managers can leave him to the waiver wire in all leagues.
		The Houston Texans cut running back Royce Freeman on Wednesday. It was veteran Marlon Mack, not Freeman, that was surprisingly cut on Tuesday, but the Texans re-signed Mack to the practice squad on Wednesday and released Freeman a day later. As things stand right now, rookie Dameon Pierce is set to lead Houston's backfield on early downs to open the season, with veteran Rex Burkhead likely to do most of his work on passing downs. Dare Ogunbowale will operate as the No. 3, with Mack lurking on the practice squad. Freeman, a third-round pick by the Denver Broncos in 2018, hasn't been nearly as good as he was after two solid seasons to open his career in 2018 and 2019. Last year, he finished with 56 carries for 169 yards and no touchdowns, adding 10 receptions for 77 yards in 15 games (no starts) for the Carolina Panthers and Texans.

Tuesday, August 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Houston Texans released veteran running back Marlon Mack on Tuesday, according to a source. Although rookie Dameon Pierce was already trending upward as the likely primary back heading into the start of the regular season, Mack's release comes as a pretty big surprise. The 26-year-old was looking fully healthy after a devastating Achilles injury two years ago and was set to at least share early down touches with Pierce in 2022. The move obviously makes Pierce even more attractive in upcoming fantasy drafts as a low-end RB2/high-end RB3 in his first NFL season. Veteran Rex Burkhead will serve as a change-of-pace option and will take away valuable pass-catching opportunities for the rookie.

Sunday, August 28

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans kicker Matt Ammendola was waived by the team on Saturday, according to DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com. He was signed on Thursday because Ka'imi Fairbairn is dealing with a minor injury. Ammendola played in Friday's preseason game, hitting both of his extra points as well as a 45-yard field goal. However, he missed a 31-yard field-goal attempt in the process. Presumably, Ammendola's release means Fairbairn will be ready for Week 1, though it's possible that Houston has its eye on a different free agent kicker.

Saturday, August 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Houston Texans defensive end Derek Rivers (biceps) will miss the entire 2022 season. This is a shame because Rivers was reportedly having a strong camp. Sadly, the 28-year-old has suffered a torn biceps, which will cost him the season. The former third-round pick has failed to establish himself in the league. Rivers has recorded 16 tackles and 3.5 sacks through three seasons in the NFL. His absence won't have much of an impact on the Texans defense. To be honest, the Texans defense isn't something worth looking at in most fantasy leagues anyway. Although, it's a shame to see such a promising player go down with a season long injury.

Thursday, August 25

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Kicker Matt Ammendola is set to be joining the Houston Texans, per multiple reports. The team will be without primary kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn, who is dealing with a minor injury, for Friday's preseason finale against San Francisco. Fairbairn has served as the Texans' primary kicker for each of the past five seasons, so a change in ranks appears unlikely. Ammendola made his NFL debut last year and kicked in 11 games for the Jets, but he struggled on deep kicks, making just 2-of-8 from 40 yards and beyond. Fairbairn is likely on the outside looking in of fantasy relevance to begin the season, largely due to concerns around the efficiency of the Texans' offense. The next chance for the veteran to kick comes Sept. 11 against the Colts.