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Playing against Rams Kirksey (thumb) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact The 28-year-old recorded eight tackles (four solo) in the Texans' Week 7 loss to the Cardinals, and while he practiced on a limited basis earlier this week, he was deemed healthy enough to be active. Kirksey has 51 tackles, five passes defended, one interception and one recovered fumble this season.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Kirksey (thumb) is considered questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Rams, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Kirksey recorded eight tackles (four solo) in the Texans' Week 7 loss to the Cardinals. However, he also came out of the contest with a fractured thumb. The 29-year-old practiced in limited fashion for consecutive days to close out the week and is looking like a game-time decision.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rams look for 4th straight win at Texans, losers of last 6

Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams will try to extend their winning streak to four games Sunday against the terrible Texans, losers of six in a row

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Fractures thumb Sunday Coach David Culley said Kirksey fractured his thumb during Sunday's contest against the Cardinals, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Despite the injury, Kirksey totaled eight tackles (four solo) during the Texans' Week 7 matchup with the Cardinals. If Kirksey is forced to miss time, Kamu Grugier-Hill will likely see increased snaps during the 29-year-old's absence.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leading tackler Kirksey compiled 12 total tackles and a pass defended in a 25-22 loss to the Patriots on Sunday.

Impact Kirksey's 12 tackles, six solo, were a season best and team best. As an every down safety for the Texans, Kirksey has a solid weekly floor as an IDP play. In Week 6, Kirksey and the Texans will travel to take on divisional foe Indianapolis.

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in blowout lost Kirksey had seven tackles (four solo) and one pass breakup during Sunday's 40-0 loss to the Bills.

Impact Kirksey boasts 29 total tackles through the first four weeks of the season. His weekly floor for tackles makes him a reliable weekly IDP asset. In Week 5 the Texans are slated to face off against New England.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Texans face Bills in first meeting since 2019 playoffs

The rebuilding Texans travel to play the Bills in their first meeting since Houston rallied to beat Buffalo in a 2019 AFC wild-card playoff game

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press

LB Christian Kirksey told Texans now is not the time to panic Houston Texans linebacker Christian Kirksey says that at 1-2 it is no time to start panicking about the team’s prognosis.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Costly penalty in Week 3 loss Kirksey totaled 10 tackles (seven solo) in Thursday's 24-9 loss to the Panthers.

Impact It was a busy night for Houston's linebacker corps, as Kirksey's tackle total was bested by Zach Cunningham's 14. Kirksey's solid performance was marred by an ill-advised unnecessary roughness penalty for helmet-to-helmet contact on sliding quarterback Sam Darnold. That play turned what would have been a 3rd-and-6 into a Carolina first down, and the Panthers went on to cap that drive with a touchdown to take a 14-6 third-quarter lead.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Texans must improve run and defense as QB Mills settles in

Since the start of training camp Houston coach David Culley has insisted the Texans would have to run the ball effectively and force turnovers to win this season

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Texans' QB Taylor back to face Mayfield, Browns in Week 2

Tyrod Taylor spent just one season in Cleveland but made a lasting impact on Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Records INT in win Kirksey recorded six tackles (five solo), two pass breakups and an interception in Sunday's 37-21 win over the Jaguars.

Impact Kirksey accounted for No. 1 pick Trevor Lawrence's third interception of Week 1. Last year with the Packers, Kirksey posted 77 tackles, four pass breakups and two interceptions across 11 games. He'll have major IDP upside if he can stay healthy, especially with the number of negative game scripts the Texans should face moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Transcripts: Christian Kirksey Press Conference (3-30-2021) Houston Texans Christian Kirksey spoke with the media on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.

MARCH 30, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Packers release LB Christian Kirksey, OT Rick Wagner GREEN BAY, Wis. - The Green Bay Packers released linebacker Christian Kirksey and offensive tackle Rick Wagner, two of their main veteran fr...

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • THESTAR.COM

Packers release LB Christian Kirksey, OT Rick Wagner GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers released linebacker Christian Kirksey and offensive tackle Rick Wagner, two of their main veter...

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Packers release ex-Badgers offensive lineman Rick Wagner and linebacker Christian Kirksey Wagner may retire following an eight-year NFL career.

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Packers release LB Christian Kirksey, OT Rick Wagner The Green Bay Packers released linebacker Christian Kirksey and offensive tackle Rick Wagner, two of their main veteran free-agent additions from a year ago.

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Failed physical designation The Packers cut Kirksey (undisclosed) on Friday after a failed physical, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact While it was previously unknown why Kirksey was released, it's been confirmed that the linebacker was let go with a failed physical designation. Kirksey -- who logged 77 tackles in 11 games last season -- will now aim to continue his NFL career elsewhere during the 2021 campaign.

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Released by Packers Kirksey was released by Green Bay on Friday.

Impact Kirksey suited up in 11 games with the team during the 2020 season, posting 77 tackles (46 solo), two interceptions, two sacks and four pass breakups. The team seemed to favor Krys Barnes over the veteran toward the end of the campaign. Kirksey will now aim to find a new NFL home for the 2021 season.

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First sack as a Packer Kirksey recorded a sack and an interception across 12 defensive snaps in Sunday's win over the Titans.

Impact Kirksey played limited snaps Sunday night but was still able to make a huge impact, as the veteran recorded his first sack and second interception in a Packers' uniform. From Week 10 through Week 15, Kirksey was averaging over 62 snaps per game, but it appears Green Bay is now favoring Krys Barnes for the time being.

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

NFC North champ Packers' next task: securing NFC's top seed

The Green Bay Packers have clinched the NFC North title and put themselves in position to earn the conference’s top playoff seed because of a championship-caliber offense

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press

Leads team in tackles Kirksey collected seven tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 30-16 victory over the Eagles.

Impact Kirksey turned in another solid showing, leading the Packers with seven tackles on the way to a win. He's now registered 30 tackles (17 solo), two passes defensed and an interception over his last four contests.

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 7, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Puts together big day in loss Kirksey registered 11 tackles (six solo), one pass defensed and an interception in Sunday's game against the Colts.

Impact Kirksey was the recipient of a tipped pass from Philip Rivers in the first half, ultimately resulting in a touchdown for his squad. The linebacker also led his team in tackles, marking his third double-digit total in five games this year. Kirksey has collected 45 tackles (28 solo) and one pass defensed to go with Sunday's interception so far this season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Uncharacteristic mistakes result in Packers' collapse

The Green Bay Packers have succeeded this season by protecting leads, taking care of the football and controlling the clock

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • Associated Press

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