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One rush, one target in loss Ogunbowale had one carry for six yards and failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Packers in Week 7.

Impact Ogunbowale (15 snaps) and Dameon Pierce (seven snaps, two carries) were barely involved in what was the second game back from injury for starter Joe Mixon (42 snaps). With both Mixon and Pierce back from injuries, Ogunbowale is not needed much as a runner, but his third-down duties keeps him relevant, although not so much for fantasy managers.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One touch in loss Ogunbowale had one carry for six yards and failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Packers.

Impact Ogunbowale (15 snaps) and Dameon Pierce (seven snaps, two carries) were barely involved in Joe Mixon's second game back from an ankle injury. With both Mixon and Pierce healthy, Ogunbowale is not needed much as a runner, but his third-down and special-teams duties keep him on the gameday roster.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No more competition Ogunbowale became the undisputed third running back on the depth chart, following Houston's decision to trade Cam Akers to the Vikings.

Impact The Texans suddenly found themselves with a deep backfield following the returns of Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce in Week 6, so it made sense to jettison some of that depth. Ogunbowale, who was on the field more than Akers last week, is seen as more of a receiving threat and provides greater versatility off the bench. The 30-year-old Ogunbowale could emerge with an even bigger role as the No. 2 back behind Mixon; Pierce, who struggled in 2023, the first season in a new scheme under a new coaching regime, still needs to prove his worth.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two touches in win Ogunbowale rushed two times for eight yards in Sunday's 41-21 win over New England in Week 6.

Impact As expected, Ogunbowale (18 snaps) experienced a drop in playing time and touches with the returns of both Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce. Ogunbowale, who can operate as pass-catching back on third downs, was on the field more than Cam Akers (two).

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets 21 touches in Week 5 win Ogunbowale rushed 15 times for 30 yards and caught six of seven targets for 57 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Bills.

Impact Ogunbowale got a look as the lead back with Houston looking to get its running game going in the absence of Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring). While Ogunbowale performed well as a pass catcher, Cam Akers was the team's most effective option on the ground, turning his nine carries into 42 yards and a touchdown. Ogunbowale's slow day as a rusher included being stuffed on fourth-and-1 in the red zone when the Texans were looking to build on an early 14-3 lead. Even if Mixon or Pierce are cleared to return in Week 6 against the Patriots, Ogunbowale should continue to play in passing situations, but he's unlikely to get so many opportunities on the ground again.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fairbairn's 59-yard field goal as time expires gives Texans 23-20 win over Bills

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • Associated Press

Terrel Bernard stonewalls Ogunbowale on a 4th-down run play | Bills at Texans | Week 5 Buffalo Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard leads the charge in stopping Houston Texans running back Dare Ogunbowale short of 1st-down yardage o...

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • BUFFALOBILLS.COM

Big day as receiver Ogunbowale caught all four of his targets for 47 yards and a touchdown and added two carries for seven yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Jaguars.

Impact The veteran depth RB had his most productive day as a pass-catcher since he posted a 5-54 line on seven targets in Week 7 of the 2022 campaign, and Ogunbowale got to play hero Sunday by catching a one-yard TD from C.J. Stroud late in the fourth quarter for the game-winning score. Ogunbowale's increased role on offense came with Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) both sidelined, and he could return to being primarily a special-teams contributor in Week 5 against the Bills if either or both injured backs are able to rejoin the lineup.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stroud's TD pass with 18 seconds left lifts Texans to 24-20 win over Jaguars

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • Associated Press

The Texans' loss to the Vikings was filled with penalties, mistakes and turnovers

Trailing 14-0 in the second quarter of Sunday’s rout by the Minnesota Vikings, the Houston Texans were trying desperately to put points on the board before halftime to get back int...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • Associated Press

Season-high 28 snaps Ogunbowale caught both his targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 34-7 loss to Minnesota in Week 3.

Impact Ogunbowale served as the top backup with both Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) inactive. Cam Akers was the top back, while Houston also had British Brooks (three snaps) and J.J. Taylor (10) active for the game.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four touches in win Ogunbowale has two carries for three yards and caught both targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears.

Impact Ogunbowale took a back seat to Cam Akers, who was the primary beneficiary of Dameon Pierce's hamstring injury. While Ogunbowale out-snapped Akers (20-13), the latter had more touches (8-4). Akers also had a conspicuous fumble in the red zone as the Texans were preparing to make it a two-touchdown lead late in the fourth quarter. Pierce's injury, plus the ankle injury Joe Mixon played through Sunday, should make Houston's backfield something to monitor heading into Week 3's road matchup in Minnesota.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four touches in win Ogunbowale had two carries for three yards and caught both his targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears.

Impact Ogunbowale took a back seat to Cam Akers, who was the primary beneficiary of Dameon Pierce's hamstring injury. While Ogunbowale out-snapped Akers (20-13), the latter had more touches (8-4). Akers also had a conspicuous fumble in the red zone as the Texans were preparing to take a two-touchdown lead late in the fourth quarter. Pierce's injury, plus the ankle injury Joe Mixon played through Sunday, could shuffle up roles in the Houston backfield ahead of Week 3's road matchup in Minnesota.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Targeted once in Week 1 win Ogunbowale caught his lone target for three yards in Sunday's 29-27 win over Indianapolis in Week 1.

Impact Ogunbowale (13 snaps) and Dameon Pierce (nine) were the top backups to starter to Joe Mixon, who had a monster debut in Houston with 30 carries, 159 yards and a touchdown over 59 snaps. Behind Mixon, there was some uncertainty about the pecking order, but it looks like Cam Akers (inactive) is out for the moment and British Brooks played special teams only.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores TD Friday Ogunbowale rushed three times for 10 yards and a touchdown in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over Steelers.

Impact The Texans couldn't get much going with their run game, but Ogunbowale had an easy four-yard scamper for a score. He was the second back in the game following Dameon Pierce, who started in place of Joe Mixon (quadriceps). That suggests Ogunbowale will be Houston's third back to start the season.

AUGUST 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dare Ogunbowale rushes for a 4-yard touchdown vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

AUGUST 10, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Starts Thursday Ogunbowale had three carries for 14 yards and caught both targets for 21 yards in Thursday's 21-17 preseason loss to the Bears.

Impact Ogunbowale got the starting assignment Thursday, as Joe Mixon (quadriceps) and Dameon Pierce (coach's decision) were held out of the lineup. Given his experience in the system and work on special teams, Ogunbowales should be considered the leader for the third spot on the depth chart.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Texans re-signing RB Dare Ogunbowale The Houston Texans are re-signing running back Dare Ogunbowale to a one-year contract, NFL Network reported on Sunday.Financial terms were n...

APRIL 21, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Returning to Houston Ogunbowale re-signed with the Texans on a one-year deal on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact After stints in Washington, Tampa Bay and Jacksonville, Ogunbowale will enter his third straight season in Houston. Primarily used on offense as a third-down back, the journeyman tallied 53 total yards in 2023, while also notably converting on a 29-yard field goal attempt. He will presumably compete for the No. 3 spot on the running back depth chart behind Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dare Ogunbowale delivers one of 2023's best hit-stick tackles vs. Trenton Irwin Houston Texans running back Dare Ogunbowale delivers one of 2023's best hit-stick tackles vs. Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Trenton Irwin...

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • NFL.COM

Dare Ogunbowale is in Cincy 🤘

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • YOUTUBE

C.J. Stroud, Dare Ogunbowale getting national shine, Texans power rankings roundup | Daily Brew The Houston Texans will be “on to Cincinnati” tomorrow but, for now, the NFL world is still reeling from Sunday’s thrilling 39-37 win over t...

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Ogunbowale gets a 'kick' out of Texans' 39-37 win over Buccaneers

When running back Dare Ogunbowale was thrust into action as Houston’s emergency kicker Sunday against Tampa Bay he was ready for whatever he might be asked to do

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • Associated Press

2023 Bad Beats: Texans win but bettors lament Houston taking knee

C.J. Stroud rallied the Texans to a 39-37 win over the Buccaneers, but Houston taking a knee after the winning TD was costly for bettors.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

2023 Bad Beats: Texans win but bettors lament Houston taking knee

Running back Dare Ogunbowale handles second half placekicking duties for Texans Texans K Ka'imi Fairbairn exited the game vs Buccaneers with an injury

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

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Fairbairn's 59-yard field goal as time expires gives Texans 23-20 win over Bills

Stroud's TD pass with 18 seconds left lifts Texans to 24-20 win over Jaguars

The Texans' loss to the Vikings was filled with penalties, mistakes and turnovers

Ogunbowale gets a 'kick' out of Texans' 39-37 win over Buccaneers

2023 Bad Beats: Texans win but bettors lament Houston taking knee