Folorunso Fatukasi - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Ends 2025 season on IR Fatukasi (shoulder) tallied eight tackles (five solo), including 1.5 sacks, across four regular-season games for the Texans in 2025.

Impact Fatukasi served in a rotational role on the Texans' defensive line to open the regular season, and he logged at least 0.5 sacks in two of four games before landing on injured reserve in early October due to a shoulder injury. The injury was severe enough that the 31-year-oldwasn't cleared to return to practice, and it remains to be seen how his shoulder issue will impact his availability for offseason programs like OTAs and minicamp. Fatukasi is an unrestricted free agent, and as long as he passes his physicals, he should garner interest from teams looking to add veteran depth to the interior defensive line.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to IR Fatukasi (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.

Impact The 30-year-old from UConn was unable to practice all week after likely sustaining a shoulder injury in the Texans' Week 4 win over the Titans, so it's no surprise he's shifted to IR. Fatukasi has played 101 defensive snaps through Houston's first four games this season, recording eight total tackles, including 1.5 sacks. While he's sidelined for at least the next four contests, Tim Settle could see increased work as a reserve interior defensive lineman.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Baltimore Fatukasi (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Impact Fatukasi was unable to practice all week due to a shoulder injury he likely picked up during the Texans' Week 4 win over the Titans, and he'll be in street clothes for Sunday's road contest. Tim Settle and Tommy Togiai should see an uptick in rotational snaps at defensive tackle in Fatukasi's absence.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Wednesday Fatukasi (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact It's a new injury for the veteran defensive lineman, who played a season-low 22 percent of the defensive snaps last Sunday against the Titans. Sheldon Rankins, Tim Settle, Mario Edwards and Tommy Togiai paced the Texans' defensive tackles in playing time last Sunday with Fatukasi banged up.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Fatukasi (undisclosed) passed his physical and was activated from the active/PUP list Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Fatukasi made his return to practice Monday after missing the entirety of training camp to this point while nursing an undisclosed injury. The defensive lineman will likely ramp up his workload in the coming weeks, but he appears to be on track to be all set for the team's regular season opener Sept. 7 versus the Rams.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for training camp Fatukasi (undisclosed) was placed on the active/PUP list Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact It's not entirely clear what Fatukasi might be dealing with, but the defensive lineman did miss the final three games of the regular season due to an ankle injury. The Texans overall might be taking a cautious approach with a number of their veterans as 13 players were either placed on the non-football injury list or PUP list to begin training camp. The 30-year-old re-signed with Houston on a one-year deal late in the offseason and is expected to be a key rotational defensive lineman much like he was last season.

JULY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 13, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Returning to Houston The Texans re-signed Fatukasi on Wednesday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN reports.

Impact Fatukasi will return to Houston where he racked up 24 tackles (16 solo), with 1.0 sacks, across 11 games played during the 2024 campaign. The 2018 sixth-round pick will likely be in the mix to serve as one of the team's starting defensive tackles during the upcoming season.

MAY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent production in 2024 Fatukasi finished the 2024 regular season with 24 total tackles (16 solo), including 1.0 sacks, across 11 games.

Impact Fatukasi was hampered by some injuries in 2024, including an ankle issue that forced him to miss the final three regular-season contests. Even though he played in five fewer games, the defensive tackle was able to match his tackle total from 2023. Fatukasi will enter the offseason as an unrestricted free agent and he may join his third team in three years ahead of 2025.

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Cleared to play against Bolts Fatukasi (ankle) carries no injury designation into Saturday's AFC wild-card game against the Chargers, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Fatukasi missed the final three games of the regular season due to an ankle injury that he suffered against the Dolphins in Week 15. He opened the week with consecutive limited practices but finished strong with a full session Friday. Barring any setbacks, Fatukasi should start alongside Tim Settle at defensive tackle in Saturday's playoff opener.

JANUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Tuesday Fatukasi (ankle) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Fatukasi missed the entire month of December with the ankle injury and played just six snaps since Week 10. The starting defensive tackle is expected to suit up for Saturday's playoff game against the Chargers. He brings a valuable run-stopping presence to the defense.

JANUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Week 18 Fatukasi (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Fatukasi hasn't played since Week 15 and has logged just six defensive snaps since Week 10, missing six of the last seven games to close out the regular season. He was unable to practice all week, so it's unclear if he'll be able to return for next weekend's playoff opener. Tommy Togiai, Tim Settle, Kurt Hinish and Mario Edwards have been soaking up the snaps on the interior of Houston's defensive line.

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Still not practicing Fatukasi (ankle) was a non-participant in practice Wednesday.

Impact Fatukasi missed Weeks 11-13 with a foot issue before returning Week 15 versus Miami following Houston's bye. However, he suffered an ankle injury against the Dolphins and has been sidelined for each of the Texans' subsequent two contests. Fatukasi hasn't practiced since hurting his ankle, so his ability to suit up for Sunday's season finale versus Tennessee is certainly in question.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Ravens Fatukasi (ankle) did not practice Tuesday and has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Baltimore.

Impact Fatukasi will miss a second straight game due to an ankle injury he suffered during the Texans' Week 15 win over the Dolphins. His next opportunity to play will be in Houston's regular-season finale against Tennessee on Sunday, Jan. 5. Tommy Togiai, Tim Settle and Mario Edwards should all see increased snaps at defensive tackle Wednesday due to Fatukasi's injury.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Kansas City Fatukasi (ankle) did not practice Thursday and has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Chiefs.

Impact Fatukasi injured his ankle during the first half of the Texans' 20-12 win over the Dolphins this past Sunday. The injury prevented him from participating in practice all week, and his next opportunity to play will be Christmas Day against the Ravens. Tim Settle, Mario Edwards and Tommy Togiai will all see increased snaps at defensive tackle Saturday due to Fatukasi's injury.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return versus Miami Fatukasi (ankle) was downgraded to out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Impact Fatukasi sustained an ankle injury during the first half that will leave him sidelined for the remainder of the game. His next chance to play will come Saturday versus the Chiefs. With Fatukasi out, Mario Edwards and Tommy Tagiai will step up into bigger roles alongside defensive tackle Tim Settle.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Sunday Fatukasi has an ankle injury and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Impact The defensive tackle made one solo tackle before exiting. Fatukasi has 24 tackles (16 solo), including 1.0 sacks, on the year. Tommy Togiai and Mario Edwards are the next men up at defensive tackle.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Sunday Fatukasi (foot) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins.

Impact The 29-year-old defensive lineman has missed the Texans' last three games due to a foot injury sustained in early November. However, he practiced in full Friday after opening the week with consecutive limited sessions, so it appears he's moved past the issue in time to suit up in Week 15. Expect Fatukasi to serve as one of the Texans' starting defensive tackles in his return Sunday.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Jacksonville Fatukasi (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Fatukasi suffered a foot injury in Week 10 against the Lions, and he has not been able to practice since the injury. With Fatukasi missing his third straight game, Mario Edwards will likely serve as Houston's second starting defensive tackle Sunday alongside Tim Settle.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP with foot injury Fatukasi (foot) did not practice Wednesday.

Impact Fatukasi was injured in last Sunday's loss to the Titans and was unable to return to the game. Mario Edwards, Tim Settle and Tommy Togiai paced the interior of the Texans' defensive line in playing time without Fatukasi last week.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Fatukasi (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.

Impact The 29-year-old missed the Texans' Week 11 win over the Cowboys and was unable to practice all week due to a foot injury, so it's no surprise he won't be suiting up Sunday. Expect Mario Edwards to see additional work with Houston's first-team defensive line in Fatukasi's stead in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Estimated as DNP Fatukasi (foot) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimation.

Impact Fatukasi was sidelined for the Texans' Week 11 win over the Cowboys on Monday night after sustaining a foot injury the week prior, and Wednesday's estimated DNP suggests he could be in jeopardy of missing even more time. If the veteran defensive lineman cannot upgrade to at least limited participation either Thursday or Friday, he'll likely miss Houston's divisional matchup against the Titans in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Week 11 Fatukasi (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Dallas.

Impact Fatukasi injured his foot during the Texans' Week 10 loss to the Lions, which has been severe enough for him to miss practice all week. The 2018 sixth-round pick will work on making his return for Week 11 against Tennessee on Sunday, Nov. 24. Kurt Hinish will join Tim Settle as the Texans' starting defensive tackles Sunday in Fatukasi's absence.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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