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Will Dameon Pierce play today? Latest injury updates for Texans RB

Will Dameon Pierce be in the Houston Texans’ backfield for Week 9’s matchup against the New York Jets?

With the Houston Texans on a short week, current injured players might be out again if not fully cleared.

That seems to be the case for third-year running back Dameon Pierce, who has been limited since his breakout game in Week 6 on the road against the New England Patriots.

Will Pierce suit up on “Thursday Night Football” when the Texans take on the New York Jets? Here’s what happened and his current status entering Thursday morning.

Dameon Pierce injury update

While Pierce played in Sunday’s win over the Indianapolis Colts, he was limited to just one carry for four yards. Against the Green Bay Packers in Week 7, only rushed for four yards on two attempts.

The Texans ruled Pierce out with a groin issue during this week’s practice. He will not play in Thursday’s game against the AFC East franchise, meaning it’ll be more of the Joe Mixon show. 

This is the second time this season that Pierce has dealt with a lingering lower-body issue. After Week 1’s road win over the Colts, the former Texans’ starter missed four games with a hamstring injury before returning against New England.

How long will Dameon Pierce be out?

Lower body injuries are tough to determine since it’s all based on the movement of the body. Pierce could return next Sunday against the Detroit Lions if he’s healthy entering Monday’s practice.

He also could find himself on the injured reserve if the issue worsens, thus leading to him missing at least the next four games.

Dameon Pierce stats

Pierce has flashed the potential to be a decent No. 2 option behind Mixon this season. In four games he’s rushed for 98 yards, though 54 came on a touchdown run in the fourth quarter against New England.

Pierce is averaging 7.0 yards per attempt on 14 carries.

Texans RB depth chart

With Pierce out, Mixon likely will see at least 90% of reps. Last week, the Texans totaled 29 rushing plays, with Mixon recording 25 carries. He’s been the offensive backbone since returning from injury in Week 6.

Houston also recently elevated running back J.J. Taylor to the active roster in place of Stefon Diggs, who suffered a season-ending torn ACL in Sunday’s win over the Colts.  Here’s the rest of the running backs on the active roster:

  • Joe Mixon
  • Dare Ogunbowale
  • J.J. Taylor

Ogunbowale is often the change-of-pace back on third down and should see action in the passing game. He helped Houston secure a 24-20 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 4 with his 1-yard touchdown reception with 18 seconds remaining.

Kickoff from MetLife Stadium is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. CT.

Jets injury report: New York down multiple starters for showdown with Texans

Six starters will be out for the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football against the Houston Texans.

The Houston Texans will be without four key players for Thursday Night Football’s showdown against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.

New York is now down six starters, including two All-Pro talents.

According to the Jets’ final injury report, wide receiver Allen Lazard, linebacker C.J. Mosley, offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker, defensive back Tony Adams, defensive tackle Leki Fotu and safety Ashtyn Davis are all out for Thursday night.

Linebacker Chazz Surratt (heel), offensive tackle Morgan Moses (knee) and tight end Kenny Yeboah were all listed as questionable.

New York, which currently sits at 2-6, will also debut its new kicker after signing both Riley Patterson and Spencer Shrader to its practice squad.  One should be promoted to that active roster after a struggling Greg Zuerlein was officially placed on injured reserve with his knee injury Wednesday.

The Texans will be without linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, defensive back Jimmie Ward, offensive lineman Jarrett Patterson and running back Dameon Pierce.

Houston also will be without star receiver Stefon Diggs, who was placed on the season-ending injured reserve after suffering a torn ACL in Sunday’s win over the Indianapolis Colts.

Here’s the entire injury report for New York below:

New York Jets (2-6)

Did not practice

  • S Tony Adams (hamstring) – OUT
  • S Ashtyn Davis (concussion) – OUT
  • DT Leki Fotu (knee) – OUT
  • WR Allen Lazard (chest) – OUT
  • LB CJ Mosley (neck) – OUT
  • OL Alijah Vera-Tucker (ankle) -OUT

Limited participation 

  • LB Chazz Surratt (heel) – QUESTIONABLE
  • OL Morgan Moses (knee) – QUESTIONABLE
  • TE Kenny Yeboah (abdomen) – QUESTIONABLE

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. CT.

Jets vs. Texans injury report: Latest updates, news for Wednesday

Here’s the Houston Texans’ injury report for Thursday Night Football’s matchup against the New York Jets.

Four Houston Texans players won’t suiting up on Thursday night at MetLife Stadium.

Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (knee), defensive back Jimmie Ward (groin), running back Dameon Pierce (groin) and center/guard Jarrett Patterson (concussion) will not play when the Texans take on the New York Jets on “Thursday Night Football.”

Patterson and Pierce didn’t practice on either day and were not expected to play, given the short timetable.

Al-Shaair, who suffered a knee injury in Week 6’s road win over the New England Patriots and Ward, who left during Week 5’s win over the Buffalo Bills, were limited on Tuesday and did not practice Wednesday before the team’s departure.

Rookie safety Calen Bullock (shoulder) was elevated from a limited to a full participant Wednesday and should play against the AFC East franchise. Bullock, who leads the Texans with three interceptions, left during Sunday’s win over the Indianapolis Colts during the third quarter.

Cornerback Kamari Lassiter (shoulder) and linebacker Henry To’oTo’o (concussion) have been cleared to play and were full participants in both days of practice. To’oTo’o is expected to play after missing the past two games.

“I’m excited,” To’oTo’o said about returning this week. “That’s my biggest thing. I’m just so excited to be able to play the game. I love it and also to be out with the guys that you work so hard with every single day. I’m excited. I’m juiced up and ready to go.”

In six starts, To’oTo’o leads the Texans with 46 tackles, two for loss, and a sack.

The Texans will be without two-time All-Pro Stefon Diggs after it was announced on Tuesday that he suffered a torn ACL and will be out for the remainder of the season. In his place, Houston signed running back J.J. Taylor to the active roster.

Here is the full injury report for the Texans ahead of their Week 9 matchup at MetLife Stadium. The Jets did not release their injury report as of this time.

Houston Texans (6-2)

Did not practice

RB Dameon Pierce (groin) – OUT

OL Jarrett Patterson (concussion) – OUT

LB Azeez Al-Shaair (knee) – OUT
DB Jimmie Ward (groin) – OUT

Full practice

CB Kamari Lassiter (shoulder)

LB Henry To’oTo’o (concussion)

DB Calen Bullock (shoulder)

Texans unveil uniform combination for Week 9 showdown vs. Jets

It’s a whiteout in the Big Apple on Thursday for the Houston Texans.

The Statue of Liberty resides in New York City. It’s only fitting that the Houston Texans honor her on the trip to MetLife Stadium.

The Texans will don their Libert White uniforms on Thursday Night Football against the New York Jets. Houston will be decked in all white, including socks, pants and potentially cleats.

Houston (6-2) is coming off a 23-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts, but suffered a substantial loss on offense. Two-time All-Pro receiver Stefon Diggs suffered a torn ACL on a non-contact play and will miss the remainder of the season.

The Texans are also down Nico Collins for at least one more game while he remains on the injured reserve.

“He’s one guy who gave his all to everything we ever asked him to do,” Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said. “He’s hurting and we’re hurting for him as well.”

Traded this offseason from the Buffalo Bills, Diggs was a constant weapon for C.J. Stroud in Houston’s up-tempo passing attack. He ranked seventh among all NFL receivers in receptions with 47 and 16th in receiving yards with 496.

In Sunday’s win, he was on pace for a season-high performance with five catches for 81 yards, including a 49-yard reception in the third quarter

“You can’t really — you try to think positively about it, but it’s not a bunch of positive thoughts,” Stroud said. “I just feel bad for him. I’m praying for him.”

The Texans enter Thursday’s game as a 1.5-point road underdog against Aaron Rodgers and the struggling Jets. New York, which currently sits a 2-6, is coming off a 25-22 loss against the New England Patriots.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. CT and will be televised on Amazon Prime.

All 32 NFL teams (including the Texans) ranked by FPI ratings

Here’s the FPI rankings for 32 NFL teams, including the Texans, entering Week 9’s matchup against the New York Jets.

Eight games into the season, the Houston Texans remain one of the league’s top teams. They could solidify their status as a threat in the AFC with a win on Thursday Night Football against the struggling New York Jets.

At 6-2, the Texans have a -1.8 Football Power Index (FPI) rating from ESPN, which ranks 13th in the NFL. Houston secured another close victory in Sunday’s 23-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts.

The Baltimore Ravens (5-3), who will host Denver in Week 9, are ranked second with a 6.2 FPI rating.

FPI is “a measure of team strength that is meant to be the best predictor of a team’s performance going forward for the rest of the season,” according to ESPN.com. “FPI represents how many points above or below average a team is. Projected results are based on 10,000 simulations of the rest of the season using FPI, results to date, and the remaining schedule.”

So with that background in mind, here’s a look at how the league’s 32 teams stack up based on FPI going into Week 9 of the 2024 NFL season.

  1. Detroit Lions (6-1): 7.6
  2. Baltimore Ravens (3-2): 6.2
  3. Buffalo Bills (6-2): 6.2
  4. Kansas City Chiefs (7-0): 6.1
  5. Philadelphia Eagles (5-2): 4.0
  6. San Francisco 49ers (4-4): 3.8
  7. Green Bay Packers (6-2): 2.4
  8. Washington Commanders (6-2): 2.2
  9. Indianapolis Colts (4-4): 2.0
  10. Pittsburgh Steelers (6-2): 1.8
  11. Minnesota Vikings (5-2): 1.8
  12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-4): 1.8
  13. Houston Texans (6-2): 1.8
  14. Chicago Bears (4-3): 1.0
  15. Atlanta Falcons (5-3): 0.6
  16. New York Jets (2-6): 0.5
  17. Cleveland Browns (2-6): 0.3
  18. Los Angeles Rams (3-4): -0.0
  19. Cincinnati Bengals (3-5): -0.0
  20. Los Angeles Chargers (4-3): -0.1
  21. Arizona Cardinals (4-4): -0.3
  22. New Orleans Saints (2-6): -0.7
  23. Dallas Cowboys (3-4): -1.0
  24. Seattle Seahawks (4-4): -1.4
  25. Miami Dolphins (2-5): -1.8
  26. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-6): -1.9
  27. Denver Broncos (5-3): -2.5
  28. Las Vegas Raiders (2-6): -4.5
  29. New York Giants (2-6): -4.8
  30. Tennesee Titans (1-6): -5.0
  31. New England Patriots (2-6): -7.4
  32. Carolina Panthers (1-7): -10.3

Following Thursday’s outing at MetLife Stadium, the Texans will aim to improve their rating when they take on the Lions in Week 10 on Sunday Night Football.

Texans schedule: Who is Houston playing in Week 9?

Are the Houston Texans playing this week? Here’s a look at the schedule and the games to come. 

The Houston Texans won’t have much time to relish in victory following a 23-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday afternoon. In less than 72 hours, they’ll be on a plane headed to the east coast.

Who is next on the schedule to close out the month of October? Let’s discuss below.

Who will the Texans play in Week 9 of the NFL schedule?

Houston takes on the New York Jets on Halloween at MetLife Stadium. This marks the second time within a 12-month calendar span that Houston and New York will do battle out in East Rutherford, N.J.

While Houston is coming off a critical win, the Jets are in panic mode after blowing a 22-17 lead against the New England Patriots. Rhamondre Stevenson posted a 1-yard touchdown run with 22 seconds remaining to push New York to 2-6 on the regular season.

New York got the better of Houston in Week 15 last season, but that’s largely due to the lack of personnel for the Texans. C.J. Stroud left with a concussion, leading to Houston’s two-game run with Case Keenum as the starter. Nico Collins also didn’t play due to a lower-body injury.

The Jets watched former No. 2 overall pick Zach Wilson throw for 301 yards and two touchdowns. Their defense also held Houston to just 135 yards on the afternoon.

Texans 2024 schedule

  • Sept. 8: at Indianpolis (W, 29-27)
  • Sept. 15: vs. Chicago (W, 19-13)
  • Sept. 22: at Minnesota (L, 34-7)
  • Sept. 29: vs. Jacksonville (W, 24-20)
  • Oct. 6: vs. Buffalo (W, 23-20)
  • Oct. 13: at New England (W, 41-21)
  • Oct. 20: at Green Bay (L, 24-22)
  • Oct. 27: vs. Indianpolis (W, 23-20)
  • Oct. 31: at New York Jets
  • Nov. 10: vs. Detriot
  • Nov. 18: at Dallas
  • Nov. 24: vs. Tennessee
  • Dec. 1: at Jacksonville
  • Dec. 8: Bye Week
  • Dec. 15: vs. Miami
  • Dec. 21: at Kansas City
  • Dec. 25: vs. Baltimore
  • Jan. 6: at Tennessee
  • Record: 6-2

Jets fire head coach Robert Saleh ahead of Thursday Night Football clash with Texans

Robert Saleh won’t have a reunion with DeMeco Ryans and the Houston Texans come Halloween night.

The Houston Texans will take on the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on the primetime stage of Thursday Night Football.

It won’t be a reunion between former San Francisco 49ers coaches Robert Saleh and DeMeco Ryans.

Following Sunday’s 23-17 loss in London against the Minnesota Vikings, the Jets decided to fire the head coach after three-plus seasons.

The news was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1843655252152856667

Hired in 2021 after helping the 49ers reach the Super Bowl in 2019, Saleh posted a 20-36 overall record. After his departure, San Francisco elevated Ryans from linebacker coach to defensive coordinator.

Two years after helping the 49ers remain a postseason contender, Ryans was hired to replace Lovie Smith as the Texans’ head coach. Entering the season, many believed the Thursday Night Showdown could have significant playoff implications headlined by Aaron Rodgers and C.J. Stroud.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1844009835223748679

Houston enters Week 6 at 4-1 with a chance to secure its best start since 2012. New York sits at 2-3 but remains in the hunt for the AFC East division title behind the 3-2 Buffalo Bills.

Following Saleh’s dismissal, defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich has been named interim head coach.

How to buy Houston Texans at New York Jets NFL Week 14 tickets

Want to watch the Texans at Jets in person? Tickets still remain for this Week 14 matchup.

The Houston Texans are coming off a big win against the Denver Broncos.

Next up, the Texans travel to take on the New York Jets on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. EST.

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