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Texans RB Nick Chubb (foot) returned to a limited practice on Thursday. That should have him on track to play vs. the Jaguars this weekend, but we'll see how he's listed on the final injury report tomorrow.

Texans K Ka'imi Fairbairn (quad) is not expected to be available for this weekend's game vs. the Jaguars, HC Demeco Ryans said Wednesday. Matthew Wright will step in for Fairbairn but isn't a recommended fantasy play with Houston implied for only 18 points.

Texans RB Nick Chubb (foot) did not practice on Wednesday. We don't have any other info on the foot ailment but will keep tabs on Chubb's status over the next few days. It's worth remembering that his 2024 season ended with a broken foot in Week 15. Chubb's absence vs. the Jaguars this weekend would boost RB Woody Marks' fantasy value and make him a strong RB2 play.

Texans QB C.J. Stroud (concussion) won't play vs. the Jaguars this weekend, HC Demeco Ryans said. Stroud didn't practice on Wednesday as he works through the protocol. He should have a good chance to make it back for Week 11, but it'll be QB Davis Mills under center for Houston against the Jaguars on Sunday. Mills completed just 57% of his passes at 4.6 yards per attempt in relief of Stroud last week, although that came against a tough Broncos defense. He was better in 26 starts across 2021 and 2022, posting a 63.6% completion rate and 6.6 yards per attempt. Mills is certainly a downgrade for the Texans offense, but at least WR Nico Collins should remain in fantasy lineups against a bad Jaguars secondary.

Texans WR Nico Collins returned Sunday after missing Week 8 with a concussion. He led the team in targets (11), receptions (7), and receiving yards (75) despite losing C.J. Stroud to a first-half concussion.

Texans TE Dalton Schultz posted 6 receptions for 77 yards in Sunday's loss to the Broncos. He led the team in receiving yards while ranking second in targets and catches.

Texans WR Xavier Hutchinson tallied 3 receptions for 30 yards among five targets in Sunday's loss to the Broncos. That ranked just fourth among Houston players in targets and catches but positioned him ahead of rookie WR Jayden Higgins. The second-round pick caught his only target for 4 yards, losing playing time to the returning veterans at WR.

Texans QB C.J. Stroud suffered an apparent concussion in the second quarter of Sunday's game vs. the Broncos. He took a big hit on a scramble and slammed his head against the turf. We'll update his status when we know more, but don't expect to see Stroud again today. QB Davis Mills is Houston's backup.

Update: Stroud has been ruled out with a concussion.

Texans TE Dalton Schultz (knee, shoulder) is active for today’s game vs. the Broncos. He only practiced on Friday, so it’s safe to assume he won’t be at 100% for this one. Schultz isn’t a recommended Week 9 fantasy start.

Texans TE Dalton Schultz (knee, shoulder) is expected to play vs. the Broncos today, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Schultz didn't practice on Wednesday or Thursday but put in a full workout on Friday. The knee and shoulder injuries still add risk to Schultz, who also faces Denver's seventh-ranked TE defense. He's not a recommended fantasy start this week.

Texans WRs Nico Collins (concussion) and Christian Kirk (hamstring) are off the final Week 9 injury report. Neither guy should be limited in Sunday’s game vs. the Broncos. Collins catches a break with All-Pro CB Pat Surtain out with a pectoral injury, although Denver’s secondary still boasts plenty of talent. Kirk has operated as Houston’s primary slot receiver when healthy this season but could lose some snaps to rookie WR Jaylin Noel going forward. Try to keep Kirk out of Week 9 fantasy lineups.

Texans RB Woody Marks (calf) is off the final Week 9 injury report. He was added on Thursday and limited in practice but returned to a full workout on Friday. Marks should be ready for his usual committee role alongside RB Nick Chubb vs. the Broncos on Sunday.

Texans TE Dalton Schultz (knee, shoulder) is listed as questionable for this weekend’s game vs. the Broncos. He didn’t practice on Wednesday or Thursday but was a full participant on Friday. We’e expecting Schultz to play, but he’s clearly banged up, adding risk to his fantasy profile.

Texans RB Woody Marks was added to the injury report with a calf and limited in Thursday's practice. That likely means the calf started giving him trouble today. We'll look for further updates on the rookie and see if he's able to practice tomorrow. Marks' absence would boost RB Nick Chubb's Week 9 fantasy value.

Texans WR Nico Collins (concussion) graduated to a full practice on Thursday. He's on track to be cleared for this weekend's game vs. the Broncos. Collins catches a break in that one with All-Pro CB Pat Surtain out with a pectoral injury. WR Christian Kirk (hamstring) was also a full-go on Thursday, setting him up to play against Denver.

Texans TE Dalton Schultz (knee, shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday. His snap rate was down a bit to 61% last week, and these injuries might explain why. We'll keep tabs on Schultz's status leading up to Sunday's game vs. the Broncos.

Texans WRs Nico Collins (concussion) and Christian Kirk (hamstring) got in limited practices on Wednesday. Collins should clear protocol in time for this weekend's game vs. the Broncos, and Kirk seemingly has a chance to return for that one too. Kirk has operated as Houston's primary slot receiver in his three games this season, totaling 16 targets, 10 catches, and 109 yards. Rookie WR Jaylin Noel flashed in Kirk's absence, though, and could steal some snaps. Collins is the only Texans WR that should be in Week 9 fantasy lineups.

Texans insider Aaron Wilson hears that WR Nico Collins is "doing well" in his recovery from his Week 7 concussion and is "trending toward a return" for this Sunday's game vs. the Broncos. HC Demeco Ryans was non-committal on Collins' status for that one on Monday, but players typically don't miss more than one game with concussions. We'll keep you updated on Collins' progress, but he can be penciled into Week 9 fantasy lineups for now.

Texans rookie RB Woody Marks trailed teammate Nick Chubb in carries for Sunday's win over the 49ers, but the rookie led in just about every other category. Marks took his 11 carries for 62 yards (5.6 per rush), compared with Chubb's 17 attempts for 56 yards (3.3 per rush). Marks also claimed four of the seven backfield targets, catching all four for 49 yards. Chubb caught both of his targets for 13 yards. Dare Ogunbowale followed them with one, 9-yard carry and a catch for 8 yards on his only target.

Texans rookie WR Jaylin Noel enjoyed a second straight positive outing Sunday, snagging 5 receptions for 63 yards in the win over the 49ers. Noel tied for the team lead in catches, trailed Xavier Hutchinson's yardage lead by just 6, and tied for second on the team in targets (six). But he also continued to share a frustrating amount of work with veteran WR Braxton Berrios.