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Watch: Texans safety Calen Bullock make Defensive Rookie of the Year case with INT

Houston Texans rookie safety Calen Bullock extended his rookie interception lead by picking off Tua Tagovailoa for his fifth of the season.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had not thrown an interception in 204 pass attempts, which entering Sunday was the NFL’s longest streak.

Erase that record clean with one play in the second quarter.

Houston Texans rookie safety Calen Bullock reset the streak by intercepting Tagovailoa with less than 30 seconds remaining in the first half of Sunday’s contest.

Bullock’s pick is his fifth interception of the season, which leads all rookies. Houston has forced multiple turnovers in eight games this season.

Will Anderson Jr.’s strip-sack earlier in the game set up Houston’s lone touchdown of the afternoon. Houston added three points before halftime after Bullock returned the interception 68 yards.

Bullock was selected in the third round of the NFL Draft and was one of two defensive backs Houston selected.

 

Bullock and fellow rookie defensive back Kamari Lassiter have both emerged as two of the best rookie playmakers in the league.

With a win, the Texans would need an Indianapolis Colts’ loss against the Denver Broncos to clinch the AFC South division title.

Will Kamari Lassiter play in Week 12?: Update on Texans rookie CB

Texans rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter was dealing with a concussion last week against the Dallas Cowboys but has returned to practice as a full participant.

Last week, the Houston Texans gained back wide receiver Nico Collins and defensive tackle Mario Edwards Jr. for Monday’s showdown in Arlington against the Dallas Cowboys.

This week, two more names are expected to return.

Defensive end Will Anderson Jr. practiced for the first time since Week 9’s loss against the New York Jets and is expected to play. He’s been dealing with an ankle injury that sidelined him for two games.

What about Kamari Lassiter? Will the rookie be cleared to cover Calvin Ridley as the Tennessee Titans look to end a two-game losing streak?

Here’s an update on the Texans’ rookie defender heading into Sunday’s showdown at NRG Stadium.

Kamari Lassiter injury update

Lassiter, who missed two games earlier in the season with a shoulder injury, left during Week 10’s matchup against the Detroit Lions with a concussion. He returned to practice last Friday but did not play against the Dallas Cowboys on “Monday Night Football” at AT&T Stadium.

A week later, Lassiter was good to go. he was close to returning but hadn’t quite cleared protocol in time for Monday’s showdown. That won’t be the case this week.

Lassiter was a full participant in Friday’s practice and did not carry any injury assignment heading into the weekend, meaning he’s cleared to play when the Titans arrive for an AFC South clash.

Houston’s been keen on protecting its players from returning early. Collins was activated before the Lions game but did not play because the Texans wanted him closer to 100 percent.

Linebacker Henry To’oTo’o suffered a concussion in Week 6’s win over the New England Patriots and was held out for Week 7’s game against the Green Bay Packers for precautionary purposes.

The player might feel content, but the team doesn’t want to risk further injury.

Kamari Lassiter stats

A second-round pick out of Georgia, Lassiter recorded two interceptions last week, including one before halftime. In eight games, he’s collected 29 tackles, eight pass breakups and three interceptions.

Opposing quarterbacks have completed just 16 of 38 passes for 247 yards for a 42.1 completion percentage with two touchdowns allowed. 

Texans CB depth chart

With Stingley and Lassiter both at full potential, here’s the rest of the cornerbacks on the active roster:

  • Ka’dar Hollman
  • Jeff Okudah
  • Kris Boyd

Okudah, who signed a one-year deal this offseason after four years with the Lions and Atlanta Falcons, was designated to return to practice from the injured reserve last week. He was added to the roster on Monday in place of former New England Patriots starter Myles Bryant.

Hollman, 30, started opposite Stingley in Monday’s 34-10 win over the Cowboys. He also started one game last season for the Texans en route to securing a division title behind quarterback C.J. Stroud.

Boyd is best used on special teams.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. The game will be nationally televised on ESPN and ABC.

Will Kamari Lassiter play today?: Update on Texans rookie CB

Texans rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter is dealing with a concussion heading into Monday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys.

The Houston Texans are gaining back wide receiver Nico Collins and defensive tackle Mario Edwards Jr. for Monday’s showdown in Arlington against the Dallas Cowboys.

While the duo are a welcomed addition to the lineup, Houston (6-4) could be without two starters in the secondary. Rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter left during the third quarter of Week 10’s loss against the Detroit Lions and could be out on primetime.

The Texans have put faith in Lassiter to step up opposite Derek Stingley Jr. He’s been one of the more decisive defenders in coverage and an ideal secondary option for Houston’s man-heavy defense when active, but will he be good to go on primetime?

Here’s an update on the Texans’ rookie defender heading into AT&T Stadium.

Kamari Lassiter injury update

Lassiter, who missed two games earlier in the season with a shoulder injury, left during Sunday’s game with a concussion. He did not practice during Thursday or Friday’s open session as he remains in protocol.

Since the Texans have an extra day of practice, everything is shifted back by one. Usually, Thursdays provide a better indication of a player’s status because they are the most strenuous practice of the week. That changed to Friday.

Lassiter did however appear in Saturday’s practice. Much like Collins, it’ll be another week after being cleared before fans watch the start defender take the field.

According to KPRC2 Sports Aaron Wilson, Lassiter will not play on Monday night against the NFC East foe.

How long will Kamari Lassiter be out? 

Per Wilson, Laisster should be good when Houston takes on Tennessee next Sunday at NRG Stadium. Even if Lassiter felt healthy enough to play, the Texans are being precautionary with their star defender, as they generally are with players one week after a concussion.

Linebacker Henry To’oTo’o suffered a concussion in Week 6’s win over the New England Patriots and was held out for Week 7’s game against the Green Bay Packers for precautionary purposes. The player might feel content, but the team doesn’t want to risk further injury.

Kamari Lassiter stats

A second-round pick out of Georgia, Lassiter recorded two interceptions last week, including one before halftime. In eight games, he’s collected 29 tackles, eight pass breakups and three interceptions.

Opposing quarterbacks have completed just 16 of 38 passes for 247 yards for a 42.1 completion percentage with two touchdowns allowed. 

Texans CB depth chart

With Stingley and Lassiter potentially out, here’s the rest of the cornerbacks on the active roster:

  • Ka’dar Hollman
  • Jeff Okudah
  • Kris Boyd

Okudah, who signed a one-year deal this offseason after four years with the Lions and Atlanta Falcons, was designated to return to practice from the injured reserve last week. He was added to the roster on Monday in place of former New England Patriots starter Myles Bryant.

According to Wilson, the Texans plan on starting Hollmon opposite Stingley this week in Arlington.

Hollman, 30, started one game last season for the Texans en route to securing a division title behind quarterback C.J. Stroud. He played in three games for the Baltimore Ravens before being picked up by Houston to the active roster earlier this season.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. The game will be nationally televised on ESPN and ABC.

Will Kamari Lassiter play on Monday Night Football?: Update on Texans CB

Kamari Lassiter is still in the concussion protocol and has not been cleared to return entering Week 11’s game against the Dallas Cowboys.

The Houston Texans are gaining back wide receiver Nico Collins and defensive tackle Mario Edwards Jr. for Monday’s showdown in Arlington against the Dallas Cowboys.

While the duo are a welcomed addition to the lineup, Houston (6-4) could be without two starters in the secondary. Rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter left during the third quarter of Week 10’s loss against the Detroit Lions and could be out on primetime.

Fellow cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. played through an injury and now could be out for the Lone Star Battle in what feels like a must-win game for Houston.

Here’s an update on the Texans’ rookie defender heading into AT&T Stadium.

Kamari Lassiter injury update

Lassiter, who missed two games earlier in the season with a shoulder injury, left during Sunday’s game with a concussion. He did not practice during Thursday or Friday’s open session as he remains in protocol.

Since the Texans have an extra day of practice, everything is shifted back by one. Usually, Thursdays provide a better indication of a player’s status because they are the most strenuous practice of the week. That changed to Friday.

Lassiter did however appear in Saturday’s practice. Much like Collins, the Texans could be getting him acclimated but choose to rest him and wait until Week 12’s showdown against the Tennessee Titans.

How long will Kamari Lassiter be out? 

Before Lassiter is allowed to return, he must clear the concussion protocol. Practicing Saturday is an indication he’s nearing the final stages, but it doesn’t mean he’s good to go.

The Texans have had two players miss practice during the week and still play the following Sunday. Defensive tackle Foley Fatukaski missed practice and returned for Friday’s walkthrough before appearing in Week 7 and Week 10 against the Green Bay Packers and Lions, respectively.

Tight end Dalton Schultz didn’t practice in Week 2 with an ankle injury, but managed to suit in a win over the Chicago Bears.

If Lassiter were to miss Monday’s game, the status for a Nov. 24 matchup against the  Titans becomes questionable. Houston would only have two full days of practice before having to release the final injury report on Friday.
Kamari Lassiter stats
A second-round pick out of Georgia, Lassiter recorded two interceptions last week, including one before halftime. In eight games, he’s collected 29 tackles, eight pass breakups and three interceptions.
Texans CB depth chart

With Stingley and Lassiter potentially out, here’s the rest of the cornerbacks on the active roster:

  • Ka’dar Hollman.

  • Jeff Okudah
  • Kris Boyd

Okudah, who signed a one-year deal this offseason after four years with the Lions and Atlanta Falcons, was designated to return to practice from the injured reserve last week. While he’s practicing, the former No. 3 overall pick has not been added to the roster yet,

The Texans could also elevate D’Angelo Ross, who was added back to the practice squad earlier this week. He started two games in place of Lassiter in Week 5 and Week 6.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. The game will be nationally televised on ESPN and ABC.

Texans vs. Cowboys injury report: Latest updates, news for Thursday

Several Texans players were not at practice on Thursday afternoon in preparation for Week 11’s showdown against the Dallas Cowboys on Monday

The Houston Texans have an extra day to prepare for their matchup against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

That means an extra day to get players healthy enough for action.

Receiver Nico Collins and defensive lineman Mario Edwards Jr. practiced in pads for the first time in nearly a month after being added back to the active roster. Collins, who led the NFL in receiving yards with 567 during the first five games, missed the past five weeks with a hamstring injury.

Edwards, who started the first six games for the Texans, was recently activated after serving a four-game suspension without pay for violating the NFL’s substances of abuse policy.

Both players are on the path to play Monday night in Arlington. The same might not be said about rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter, who did not practice Tuesday afternoon.

Lassiter, Houston’s No. 2 cornerback, left during the third quarter of Week 10’s 26-23 loss against the Detroit Lions with a concussion. He’s currently in the protocol stages before being cleared to return.

Defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (ankle) and defensive tackle Foley Fatkukasi (foot) didn’t practice and might not make the trip north. Defensive end Denico Autry (rest day) is expected to be back on Friday.

Here’s a look at the injury report for the Texans and Cowboys after Thursday’s practice:

Georgia rookie DB has career night, exits with injury

Former UGA cornerback Kamari Lassiter intercepted a career-high two passes for the Houston Texans on Sunday

Houston Texans rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter intercepted a pair of passes against the Detroit Lions in one of the best games of his young NFL career. Lassiter, who is a former Georgia Bulldog, was a second-round pick in the 2024 NFL draft.

Lassiter now has 29 tackles and three interceptions in his impressive rookie campaign. However, he left the Lions’ game with a concussion and was unable to return. Lassiter will have to pass concussion protocol before he can return to action.

Lassiter’s injury helped spark some life in Detroit’s offense. The Lions completed a dramatic 16-point comeback to win 26-23.

Detroit scored 13 fourth quarter points partially because Lassiter was not out their on the Texans’ defense. Houston intercepted Detroit quarterback Jared Goff five times, but it was not enough.

Here’s a look at Lassiter’s second interception against Detroit.

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Lassiter joins former Georgia Bulldogs Brock Bowers and Ladd McConkey in the NFL rookie of the year conversation with Bowers being the most likely choice of the trio.

Kamari Lassiter injury update: Will Texans CB return vs. Lions?

Kamari Lassiter will not return for the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football.

The Houston Texans had Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff in a blender of concerns to close out the first half, but one of the top defenders left early in Week 10.

The team’s No. 2, Kamari Lassiter, suffered left the third quarter against the NFC North favorites with a head injury and did not return. The Lions have gained momentum with the former Georgia star sidelined.

Here’s what to know about Lassiter’s injury and his status for the rest of the Week 10 game and beyond.

Kamari Lassiter injury update

Lassiter left with just over four minutes remaining in the third quarter after running into defensive back Jimmie Ward when trying to make a tackle. While it looked as if he was holding his shoulder while walking into the blue medical teat.

When exiting the tent, the second-round pick was holding his head and headed to the locker room to be evaluated for a concussion.

The Texans ruled him out early in the fourth quarter for a concussion. Lassiter now must enter concussion protocol before he can return.

Who is Kamari Lassiter’s backup on Texans depth chart?

Cornerback remains one of the weakest positions of depth, espeically considering that Jeff Okudah was ruled out before the game and the Texans released D’Angelo Ross earlier this week.

Derek Stingley Jr. has commanded one side of the field, but Houston called upon Ka’Dar Hollmon as the new No. 2. Behind him, Houston has M.J. Stewart and Kris Boyd, but both are more known for their skills on speical teams.

Kamari Lassiter stats

Lassiter exited Sunday’s contest with one tackle, a pass breakup and two interceptions, including one to close out the first half. For the season, Lassiter has totaled seven pass deflections and three interceptions.

Watch: Jared Goff can’t stop throwing interceptions to Texans defense

The Houston Texans defense responded with its fourth interception, second from rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter

The Texans’ defense picked up its offense after C.J. Stroud threw an interception on the first play of the second half.

Lions quarterback Jared Goff found rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter for the second time of the night and his fourth interception overall.

The four interceptions mark a career-high thrown in a single game.

Houston has had Goff’s number on the primetime stage. The Lions signal-caller has matched his season total in interceptions in less than three quarters on Sunday.

Lassiter has his first two-interception game of the season at the professional level. The Texans’  defense has matched its season-high in takeaways with four. In the previous four-takeaway game, Houston beat New England by 20.

In the past five games, Houston has 14 takeaways after recording just three in the first five contents. With a win, the Texans jump right back into the conversation for the AFC No. 2 seed.

Jets WR Garrett Wilson’s 1-handed grab vs. Texans might be catch of the year

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson might have just made the catch of the year and the Houston Texans are on the wrong side of history.

Remember when Odell Beckham Jr. made one of the greatest catches in NFL history back in 2014 at MetLife Stadium against a Texas-based team?

Garrett Wilson did the exact same thing nearly a decade later against the Houston Texans.

Early in the fourth quarter and down by three, New York Jets quarterback Arron Rodgers heaved a pass on third-and-19 to the back of the end zone. Wilson, who already caught a touchdown pass earlier in the second half, just wasn’t content with securing one score on the evening.

With rookie Kamari Lassiter in coverage, Wilson went airborne, using the young cornerback’s body as leverage to haul in a one-handed grab for the touchdown reception. At first, it looked like Wilson was out of bounds, but after further review, it was clear his shin was down just inside the end zone.

Here’s the play below:

Sitting at 2-6, New York needs a win if it plans on making a run toward the AFC postseason. Houston could secure its best start if they respond on the ensuing drive.

As for Wilson, he’ll make history for one of the greatest catches in NFL history. Beckham walked for Wilson to run and the third-year defender is sprinting.

Houston returns to NRG Stadium next Sunday evening against the Detroit Lions.

Colts vs. Texans injury report: Latest updates, news for Friday

Here are the latest updates and news on the Houston Texans injury report ahead of Week 8’s game against the Indianapolis Colts following Friday’s practice.

Kamari Lassiter is back for the Houston Texans.

Lassiter, the Texans’ second-round pick out of Georgia, was a full participant during Friday’s drills and is expected to start this Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts. The rookie defensive back had been dealing with a scapula fracture, a rare football injury involving the back of the shoulder blade suffered during an offensive pass interference infraction against the Buffalo Bills.

He’s missed the last two games but returned to practice in limited fashion on Wedensday and Thursday.

The status of linebacker Henry To’oTo’o remains questionable. After returning to practice as a limited participant on Wednesday, the second-year starter missed Thursday’s practice and was limited on Friday.

To’oTo’o suffered a concussion in Week 6 and did not play in last week’s loss against the Green Bay Packers.

Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (knee) and defensive back Jimmie Ward (groin) missed practice for the sixth consecutive day and have been ruled out for Sunday’s game. This will mark the second game without Al-Shaair and the fourth game without Ward.

Rookie Calen Bullock, who recorded his third career interception against Jordan Love, is expected to start opposite Eric Murray.

Both receivers Robert Woods (foot) and Steven Sims (back) were full participants in running drills during Friday’s practice and will be cleared to play. Reserve cornerback D’Angelo Ross, who started in Lassiter’s place last weekend, returned to practice after missing Thursday because of an illness.

On the opposing side, the Colts will have both defensive tackle DeForest Buckner and running back Jonathan Taylor back for Sunday’s game. Buckner had been on the injured reserve while Taylor missed two games because of an ankle injury.

Buckner did not practice on Friday and is listed as questionable.

Here’s a look at the injury report for the Texans and Colts after Friday’s practice. With a win on Sunday, the Texans would finish with at least a .500 record in divisional play for 2024.

Kickoff is scheduled for noon CT.

Houston Texans (5-2)

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation ; FP: Full participation

Indianapolis Colts (4-3)

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation ; FP: Full participation