JAKE HANSEN #35 - LINEBACKER - HOUSTON TEXANS
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Week-to-week with ankle issue Hansen (ankle) is considered week-to-week, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Hansen was carted off the field Thursday due to the issue, and it seems it will be an elongated recovery period for the 28-year-old. If the linebacker cannot sustain his standard of play once he returns, his special teams snaps may be earned by other players such as rookies Wade Woodaz or Aiden Fisher.
AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE
Carted off from practice Hansen (lower body) was carted off the field from practice Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Impact The linebacker fell to the ground and then had trouble applying weight to his leg, per Wilson. Hansen played mostly as a special teamer for Houston last year, making 19 tackles (11 solo).
JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Texans suffer another injury setback as Jake Hansen is carted off in camp Jake Hansen suffered an apparent major knee injury that required a cart removal.
JULY 30 • TOROTIMES.COM
Let go by Houston The Texans waived Hansen (chest) on Wednesday.
Impact Hansen was primarily a special-teams player in 2025, playing just six defensive snaps to 306 special-teams snaps over 15 regular-season games. The linebacker will become a free agent if he can clear waivers. The Texans signed wide receiver DJ Turner in a corresponding move.
JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Jake Hansen & Jake Andrews talk O-line, team culture, plus Glenn Davis breaks down the World Cup Subscribe to Texans All-Access on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and stay locked in as we head toward training camp.
JUNE 23 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Lands on IR The Texans placed Hansen (chest) on injured reserve Thursday.
Impact Hansen will miss at least the final two games of the regular season and Houston's first two postseason contests due to his placement on IR, but he could return after that if the team advances further in the playoffs. The reserve linebacker has operated as a key contributor on special teams across his 15 regular-season appearances.
DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Misses practice Tuesday Hansen (chest) did not practice Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Impact Hansen suffered a chest injury in Sunday's win over the Raiders. The reserve linebacker and special-teamer has appeared in all 15 games this season, producing 19 tackles (11 solo) on nine defensive snaps and another 306 on special teams.
DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press
Questionable to return Hansen (chest) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against the Raiders.
Impact Hansen sustained a chest injury in the first half, leaving his status for the remainder of the game up in the air. The 27-year-old will continue to see action on special teams if he manages to return to versus Las Vegas.
DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Agrees to contract extension The Texans signed Hansen to a one-year contract extension Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Impact Hansen will now be tied to the team through the 2026 campaign. The 27-year-old has logged 10 tackles (six solo) while playing almost exclusively on special teams.
NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 23, 2025 • Associated Press
OU basketball adds Jake Hansen, three-star SG, to 2025 recruiting class OU men's basketball landed a commitment from 2025 three-star shooting guard Jake Hansen on Thursday.
MAY 2, 2025 • OKLAHOMAN.COM
Returns to Houston The Texans re-signed Hansen to a one-year contract Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Impact Hansen appeared in 16 regular-season games for the Texans last season, making two starts. He finished the year with a career-best 28 tackles (17 solo), including 1.0 sacks. Hansen sees the bulk of his snaps on special teams.
MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go for Saturday Hansen (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation into Saturday's wild card playoff game against the Chargers, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Hansen was injured in the Week 18 regular-season finale against the Titans and missed the remainder of the contest. He upgraded from DNP on Tuesday to limited Wednesday and then full Thursday, avoiding a designation altogether. Mainly a special-teams asset, Hansen played just 134 defensive snaps during the regular season.
JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Done for remainder of Week 18 Hansen (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's matchup versus Tennessee.
Impact Hansen was deemed questionable to return at the start of the fourth quarter and was ruled out late in the period. He logged two tackles on special teams prior to being hurt. Hansen will now set his sights on trying to recover in time for Houston's wild-card round matchup next weekend.
JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Exits game due to ankle injury Hansen (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Titans.
Impact Hansen injured his ankle in the third quarter of Sunday's game. Neville Hewitt and Devin White should see a slight uptick in defensive snaps for as long as Hansen remains sidelined.
JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Active for SNF Hansen (ankle) is active for Sunday Night Football against the Lions.
Impact The middle linebacker was a limited participant in practice Wednesday before missing the last two sessions of the week. Hansen played 18 special-teams snaps in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets. The third-year pro has played on 98 defensive snaps this season.
NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Sunday Hansen (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.
Impact Hansen appears to be trending toward not playing in Week 10, as he opened the Texans' week of practice with a limited session but followed that with back-to-back DNPs. If Hansen can't play through his ankle issue Sunday, Jamal Hill will likely serve as Houston's top middle linebacker.
NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Logs limited session Wednesday Hansen (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday.
Impact It appears the Illinois product picked up an ankle injury in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets, despite playing 18 special-teams snaps. Hansen's participation in practice Thursday and Friday will likely be the best indicator of whether he can play through the pain in Sunday's matchup against the Lions.
NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Logs seven stops vs. Packers Hansen recorded seven total tackles (four solo), including one tackle for loss, in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Packers.
Impact The Illinois product filled in for the injured Henry To'oTo'o (concussion) and played well, finishing third on the Texans in total tackles. Hansen has now played 181 total snaps (67 defensive and 114 on special teams) and recorded 15 total tackles in six appearances this season. He's expected to continue serving as one of the Texans' top backup inside linebackers as the year progresses.
OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
No injury designation Hansen (back) holds no injury designation for Sunday's game against New England.
Impact Hansen is now active after missing out on last week's win over the Bills. He'll return to the field likely continuing to only play on special teams as he has so far this season.
OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Not practicing yet Hansen (back) did not practice Wednesday.
Impact Hansen missed Sunday's win over the Bills with the injury and remains sidelined for the start of Week 6 prep. His absence to start the week casts a shadow of doubt on his ability to return against New England; however, as an exclusive special teams contributor, his potential to sit out wouldn't impact the Texans' defensive game plan.
OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive Sunday Hansen (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Impact Hansen will miss his first game of the season due to a back injury. He's played exclusively on special teams this season, so his absence shouldn't impact Houston's defense.
OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive Sunday Hansen (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Impact Hansen will miss his first game of the season due to a back injury. He's played exclusively on special teams this season, so his absence shouldn't impact Houston's defense.
OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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