DAMEON PIERCE NEWS

One touch in win Pierce caught his lone target for one yard in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Jaguars in Week 13. He did not get a carry or return a kickoff.

Impact By now, it should be common knowledge that Joe Mixon owns the Texans' backfield. Pierce (seven snaps) and Dare Ogunbowale (nine) are not going to wrest touches from the starter unless an injury hits. Pierce has just four carries and one target in his last five games played.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Makes impact on special teams Pierce returned three kickoffs for 135 yards in Sunday's 32-27 loss to the Titans. He did not play a snap on offense.

Impact Pierce returned the game's opening kickoff 80 yards to the Titans' 19-yard line, setting up Houston's first score just 18 seconds into the game. He also had a 48-yard return that was negated due to a holding penalty. It was interesting that Pierce did not get on the field with the offense, a unit the produced just 40 rushing yards (2.4 ypc). Dare Ogunbowale got the 13 snaps when Joe Mixon was not on the field; however, fantasy managers should not infer that Ogunbowale would be the starter if Mixon were injury.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal use in return Pierce carried one time for two yards in Monday's 34-10 win over Dallas in Week 11. He also returned one kickoff for five yards.

Impact Pierce was given just four snaps on offense, as the Texans made it the Joe Mixon show in primetime. Mixon typically dominates the backfield, and his 81-percent share of the snaps was a season high. This was Pierce's first game back after missing the previous two due to a groin injury.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

All set for Monday Pierce (groin) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Monday's contest against the Cowboys.

Impact This was to be expected after Pierce practiced fully Friday. The backup running back will be poised to retain his role behind one of the better backs in the NFL this year, Joe Mixon.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to full participation Pierce (groin) was a full participant in practice Friday.

Impact Pierce's full participation Friday suggests he's finally over the groin injury that sidelined him for Houston's past two games. Barring a setback, Pierce is likely to avoid an injury designation on Saturday's injury report, which would put him in line to reclaim the backup role behind Joe Mixon against the Cowboys on Monday Night Football.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Pierce (groin) returned to practice Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Pierce, who has missed two straight games, didn't practice ahead of Week 10 action, so the running back's participation in Thursday's session bodes well for his chances of being available Monday night against the Cowboys. If Pierce does suit up for the contest, he'd step back into a complementary role behind top back Joe Mixon.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dameon Pierce injury update and status vs. the Lions in Week 10 | Nov. 10, 2024 In Week 10, the Houston Texans and Dameon Pierce clash with the Detroit Lions at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Kickoff is set for 8:20 PM E...

NOVEMBER 10 • USATODAY.COM

Won't face Detroit Pierce (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions.

Impact Pierce will miss his second straight game, allowing Dare Ogunbowale and J.J. Taylor to handle backup duties behind workhorse Joe Mixon.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Another missed practice Pierce (groin) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact After also missing Wednesday session, Pierce now has one more chance to practice ahead of Sunday night's game against the Lions. In the event that Pierce remains sidelined for a second straight game this weekend, Dare Ogunbowale and J.J. Taylor would be in line continue to work in complementary roles behind lead back Joe Mixon.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Wednesday's practice Pierce (groin) didn't practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Pierce was also listed as a non-participant last week before being ruled out for this past Thursday's loss to the Jets. With another absence Wednesday, the running back's status for Sunday's game against the Lions remains cloudy. If Pierce remains sidelined this weekend, Dare Ogunbowale and J.J. Taylor would continue to see complementary snaps in Week 10 behind top back Joe Mixon.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Texans rule out RB Dameon Pierce (groin) for Thursday The Houston Texans on Wednesday ruled out running back Dameon Pierce for Thursday night’s game at the New York Jets with a groin injury.In a...

OCTOBER 30 • KANSASCITY.COM

Ruled out for Thursday Pierce (groin) has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Jets.

Impact Pierce, who the Texans listed as a non-participant in Tuesday and Wednesday's walk-throughs, will thus target a potential return to action Nov. 10 against the Lions. In his absence, Dare Ogunbowale and J.J. Taylor will be available to work behind top back Joe Mixon on Thursday.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Pierce (groin) was a non-participant on Tuesday's practice estimate, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Pierce's absence marks his second straight, and on a short week, does not bode well for his chances at suiting up Thursday against the Jets. It is a new injury for the running back, as he battled hamstring issues prior to Week 8. If he is ultimately unable to have a quick recovery, Dare Ogunbowale would likely handle change-of-pace duties behind Joe Mixon in the backfield.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as DNP with groin injury Pierce (groin) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact It's a new injury for Pierce, as he previously battled hamstring issues earlier in the season. Pierce rushed one time for four yards in Sunday's Week 8 win over the Colts. If Pierce can't play in Thursday night's date with the Jets, Dare Ogunbowale would handle change-of-pace duties behind Joe Mixon.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as DNP with groin injury Pierce (groin) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated practice report, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact It's a new injury for Pierce, as he previously battled hamstring issues earlier in the season. Pierce rushed one time for four yards in Sunday's Week 8 win over the Colts. If Pierce can't play in Thursday night's date with the Jets, Dare Ogunbowale would handle change-of-pace duties behind Joe Mixon.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Four snaps in win Pierce had one carry for four yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Colts in Week 8. He also returned two kickoffs for 78 yards.

Impact Pierce saw his playing time erode even further in the third game since both he and Joe Mixon returned from injuries. Pierce has just three carries for six yards and 11 combined snaps on offense the last two weeks. He can, however, make an impact in the return game. His 45-yard return of the opening kickoff set up the Texans near midfield for a drive that culminated in a field goal.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Four snaps in win Pierce had one carry for four yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Colts in Week 8. He also returned two kickoffs for 78 yards.

Impact Pierce saw his playing time erode even further in the third game since both he and Joe Mixon returned from injuries. Pierce had just three carries for six yards and 11 combined snaps on offense the last two weeks. He can, however, make an impact in the return game. His 45-yard return of the opening kickoff set up the Texans near midfield for a drive that culminated in a field goal.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Decreased snap count in loss Pierce rushed twice for two yards and returned one kickoff for 42 yards in Sunday's 24-22 loss to Green Bay in Week 7.

Impact Pierce dropped from 18 snaps last week to just seven Sunday. His higher usage in Week 6's win over New England was attributable to the blowout nature of the game, and that it was starter Joe Mixon's first game back after missing four games. Mixon was on the field for 42 snaps Sunday, limiting Pierce to marginal role in the backfield along with Dare Ogunbowale (15 snaps, one carry, one target).

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Decreased snap count in loss Pierce rushed twice for two yards and returned one kickoff for 42 yards in Sunday's 24-22 loss to Green Bay.

Impact Pierce dropped from 18 snaps last week to just seven Sunday. His higher usage in Week 6's win over New England was attributable to the blowout nature of the game, and that it was starter Joe Mixon's first game back after missing four games due to an ankle injury. Mixon was on the field for 42 snaps Sunday, limiting Pierce to a marginal role in the backfield along with Dare Ogunbowale (15 snaps, one carry, one target).

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 54-yard TD in return Pierce (hamstring) rushed eight times for 76 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for one yard in Sunday's 41-21 win over the Patriots.

Impact Pierce's return from a hamstring injury that had sidelined him since Week 1 coincided with Joe Mixon's (ankle) first action since Week 2. Mixon reclaimed the lead role and scored two touchdowns before Pierce broke off a 54-yard touchdown run to round out the scoring in the fourth quarter. Pierce immediately reclaimed the No. 2 role from Dare Ogunbowale and Cam Akers, but it would likely take another injury to Mixon for Pierce to earn double-digit touches moving forward. With Mixon healthy for a Week 7 road game against the Packers, Pierce will likely be left trying to make the most of limited opportunities again.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dameon Pierce rumbles for 54-yard touchdown run at New England Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce busted loose for a 54-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter at New England on Sunday.

OCTOBER 13 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

No Week 6 injury designation Pierce (hamstring) doesn't carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Impact Pierce, who hasn't played since Week 1, is poised to return to action Sunday after logging full practices Thursday and Friday. In his looming return, Pierce's Week 6 fantasy upside hinges largely on the availability of Joe Mixon (ankle), who is listed as questionable, but trending toward being available versus New England, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Full practice participant Pierce (hamstring) was a full practice participant Thursday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Pierce is ready to play for the first time since Week 1, while Joe Mixon (ankle) remains uncertain for Sunday's game against the Patriots after returning to practice as a limited participant Thursday. If Pierce plays and Mixon doesn't, it could mean Pierce stepping in ahead of Cam Akers and Dare Ogunbowale as the temporary leader of Houston's backfield.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Limited session Wednesday Pierce (hamstring) was limited at practice Wednesday.

Impact Meanwhile, Houston's lead back Joe Mixon (ankle) didn't practice. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, coach DeMeco Ryans expects Pierce to be back for Sunday's game against the Patriots, and if that's the case a key Week 6 role could await the running back if Mixon remains sidelined this weekend. With Pierce and Mixon having missed action of late, Cam Akers and Dare Ogunbowale have been sharing Houston's backfield duties.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Trending toward return Pierce (hamstring) was at practice Wednesday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Pierce, who hasn't played since Week 1, returned to practice last Friday, and his presence at Wednesday's session is a positive indicator with regard to his Week 6 status. While Joe Mixon (ankle) remained sidelined for the Texans' opening practice this week, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston relays that coach DeMeco Ryans expects Pierce to be back for Sunday's game against the Patriots. Pierce thus could potentially move into a key role in Houston's backfield this weekend, if Mixon is unavailable versus the Patriots.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE