Texans running back Joe Mixon has been sidelined due to a hamstring injury, which has kept him out of practice since early last week. Head coach DeMeco Ryans initially downplayed the severity of the injury, but Mixon was still absent during Monday's practice session, raising concerns about his availability moving forward.

• Joe Mixon's hamstring injury is causing concern for his availability.
• Head coach DeMeco Ryans has downplayed the injury, but Mixon's absence from practice continues.