Joe Mixon remains sidelined due to an ankle injury, casting doubt on his availability for the upcoming game against the Jaguars. Meanwhile, there is optimism surrounding fellow Texans RB Dameon Pierce's potential return to practice. Mixon had previously expressed confidence in his role for the Texans after a rigorous offseason training regimen, aiming for a heavy workload in his first season with the team.
- Joe Mixon is week-to-week with an ankle injury.
- Dameon Pierce's return to practice is optimistic.