Despite returning to practice for the first time in three weeks, Dameon Pierce will wait at least until Week 6 before taking the field.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Pierce will miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday against the Buffalo Bills due to a hamstring injury. Pierce was always going to be a game-time decision after being limited on Friday.
Texans RB Dameon Pierce, listed as questionable for Sunday due to his hamstring injury, is not expected to play vs. the Bills, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 6, 2024
Pierce hasn’t played since Week 1 after totaling nine offensive snaps and carried three times for 16 yards against Indianapolis. His return would have been beneficial since Joe Mixon has been ruled out for a third straight week due to an ankle injury.
Cam Akers will likely lead Houston’s backfield for the third straight game, with Dare Ogunbowale serving as his primary backup. The Texans also elevated J.J. Taylor from the practice squad.
Houston’s inability to run the ball has hindered the offensive success over the last three games. In Sunday’s win against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston averaged 3.9 yards between Akers, Taylor and Ogunbowale.
Wide receiver Stefon Diggs scored a touchdown on an 8-yard run in the first quarter.
Kickoff is scheduled for noon CT.