Braden Smith - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Coming off IR The Texans activated Smith (foot) from their injured reserve list Wednesday.

Impact Smith has missed the first five games of the season because of a foot injury he suffered during a practice back in August, but he's now in line to return to action in Week 6. He projects to start at right tackle against the Jaguars in London.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return for Week 5 Smith (foot) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Smith initially drew the questionable tag for Sunday's AFC South tilt, but he's not quite fully recovered from a foot injury that caused him to start the regular season on injured reserve. His next chance to play is Week 6 against the Jaguars on Sunday, Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Thursday Smith (foot) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The Texans designated Smith to return from injured reserve Wednesday, opening the 21-day window for him to be activated to the 53-man roster. He likely has some hurdles to clear before getting the green light to suit up in Week 5 against the Titans. However, Smith appears to be trending favorably toward playing Sunday after sitting on the IR to begin the 2026 campaign.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Practice window opened by Houston The Texans designated Smith (foot) to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact Smith opened the regular season on IR due to a torn plantar fascia, a diagnosis that came with a 4-to-6 week recovery timeline. Now that he's been designated to return, Smith will have 21 days to be activated from IR, otherwise he would be forced to sit for the entire 2026 season. The 2018 second-rounder was limited in Wednesday's practice.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Tank Dell's long-awaited return nears a new phase as Texans open his practice window

The Houston Texans expect to open the 21-day practice window for receiver Tank Dell to return this week

OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Placed on injured reserve The Texans Greg Auman of Fox SportsSmith (foot) on injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact The offensive tackle is set to miss 4-to-6 weeks with a torn plantar fascia tendon. Smith was carted off the field last Wednesday with the injury, making Trent Brown the Texans' starting right tackle for the Week 1 matchup with the Bills. Even if the 30-year-old could recover quicker than his timeline predicts, the tackle will need to miss at least four regular-season games on IR before becoming eligible to return to the team's active roster.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Braden Smith's Panthers injury gave the Texans a painful reminder of his value Houston Texans right tackle Braden Smith's value to the team was magnified after injuring his foot yesterday in practice against the Carolin...

AUGUST 27 • TOROTIMES.COM

Two Texans Players With Soaring Stock After Braden Smith's Injury The Houston Texans' offensive line will look a little different without Braden Smith upfront.

AUGUST 27 • SI.COM

What Braden Smith's Latest Injury Update Means for Texans' Offense The Houston Texans got word on their veteran right tackle's injury status.

AUGUST 27 • SI.COM

Carted off field Smith (foot) was carted off the field during Wednesday's practice, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Practice had to stop when the offensive tackle was carted off. Smith was set to be the starting right tackle for the Texans, meaning if the foot issue is severe, the offensive line will take a huge blow headed into the opening-day contest with the Bills. If Smith must miss time, Trent Brown or Blake Fisher will likely start the season at tackle or guard.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Former Colts starter Braden Smith may have just gotten brutal news The Indianapolis Colts chose not to pursue right tackle Braden Smith in free agency, but unfortunately, he might not be able to suit up for...

AUGUST 26 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Texans defense dominates Panthers, but Houston loses 2 players to injuries in joint practice

The Houston Texans had two players carted off the practice field on a day in which their defense dominated the Carolina Panthers in a joint practice

AUGUST 26 • Associated Press

Braden Smith may already regret his Colts offseason betrayal Former Indianapolis Colts RT Braden Smith jumped ship to join the Houston Texans, but he may have lost the starting battle with his new team...

AUGUST 13 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Texans Fans Shouldn't Panic About Braden Smith's Limited Minicamp The Houston Texans' big free agent signing didn't fully participate in minicamp. Here's why it's not time to panic.

JUNE 14 • SI.COM

Braden Smith may regret leaving Colts sooner than expected Former Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Braden Smith will learn how tough life can be with the Houston Texans.

MARCH 23 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Texans' Braden Smith Explains Why Houston Was Right Fit The Texans' newest offensive tackle reveals why he signed to Houston of all places.

MARCH 17 • SI.COM

New Texans RT Braden Smith gives emphatic statement on "exciting" exit from the Colts New Texans offensive tackle Braden Smith is "excited" to join his former AFC South opponent.

MARCH 11 • TOROTIMES.COM

Brad Holmes blows massive opportunity as Lions watch Texans sign stud tackle Braden Smith was just signed for cheap, and it's a bit of a stain on the Lions' 2026 free agency.

MARCH 11 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Grade the Signing: Texans Land Colts' Braden Smith on 2-Year Deal The Houston Texans made their first big outside acquisition for the offensive line on day two of free agency bysigning Indianapolis Colts ta...

MARCH 10 • SI.COM

Signing with Houston Smith agreed to terms Tuesday on a contract with the Texans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Smith is set to sign a two-year, $25 million deal, including $13.5 million fully guaranteed. The Texans will be acquiring one of the top tackles on the market to help protect C.J. Stroud as the team attempts to take the AFC South back from the Jaguars.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Texans strengthen OL, weaken AFC South Rival by grabbing key RT on 2-year deal The Houston Texans just acquired former Indianapolis Colts tackle Braden Smith on a two-year contract.

MARCH 10 • TOROTIMES.COM

2026 Free agent preview: Braden Smith View some of the best photos from Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith's 2025 season.

MARCH 9 • COLTS.COM

Giants Urged to Sign this Pending Free-agent Offensive Lineman If the New York Giants can't re-sign Jermaine Eluemunor, would Braden Smith of the Colts be a good option?

MARCH 9 • SI.COM

NFC South team might scheme to steal Colts' Braden Smith The Indianapolis Colts could lose former second-round pick Braden Smith to an NFC South up-and-coming team when free agency begins.

MARCH 7 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

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FEBRUARY 12 • FOX SPORTS

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Tank Dell's long-awaited return nears a new phase as Texans open his practice window

Texans defense dominates Panthers, but Houston loses 2 players to injuries in joint practice

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