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On track for OTAs Pitre said Sunday that he underwent successful surgery to repair a torn pectoral muscle and that he is progressing well enough in his recovery to be on track to participate in OTAs...

Impact Pitre served as the Texans' nickel cornerback before tearing his pectoral muscle in Week 12 against the Titans, and he finished the 2024 regular season with 65 tackles (44 solo), eight pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble across 12 games. Jimmie Ward replaced Pitre at nickel, but the former was replaced by Myles Bryant after suffering a season-ending foot injury. Pitre is eligible for a contract extension, and the 2022 second-round pick relayed that he hopes to sign a long-term deal with Houston during the offseason.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on IR The Texans placed Pitre (pectoral) on injured reserve Friday.

Impact Pitre will require surgery to address a ruptured pectoral muscle, which rules him out from the remainder of the 2024 campaign, including any postseason action Houston participates in. With Pitre unavailable, all of Eric Murray, M.J. Stewart, Myles Bryant could benefit from increased opportunities down the stretch, including Sunday versus the Dolphins.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reports: Texans S Jalen Pitre (pectoral) done for season Houston Texans standout safety Jalen Pitre will undergo season-ending pectoral surgery, according to published reports on Wednesday.Pitre pa...

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • THESTATE.COM

Set for season-ending surgery Pitre will get surgery on his ruptured pectoral and will miss the remainder of the campaign, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Pitre suffered a partial pectoral tear Week 12 against Tennessee and was already set to miss multiple games. However, with the news that he'll need surgery, the talented young cornerback will not be able to return to action until next season. Pitre finishes the 2024 campaign with 65 tackles (44 solo) and eight pass defenses, including one interception, over 12 contests.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Pitre named Houston Texans 2024 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Nominee Fans are encouraged to participate in Nationwide’s annual Charity Challenge and vote for Pitre on X by posting #WPMOYChallenge along with Ja...

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Inactives: Texans without DB Jalen Pitre at Jaguars The Houston Texans announced their inactives for Sunday's Week 13 showdown with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and for the first time this season...

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Won't play Week 13 Pitre (pectoral) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Pitre was unable to practice all week due to a partial pecotral tear that he suffered during the Texans' loss to the Titans this past Sunday. With Houston on a bye for Week 14, Pitre's next chance to play will be Week 15 against the Dolphins on Sunday, Dec. 15.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Pitre Injury Hurts Texans Tremendously The Houston Texans defense took a massive hit in their Week 12 loss to the Tennessee Titans when star defensive back Jalen Pitre partially t...

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • SI.COM

Report: Texans S Jalen Pitre (pectoral) expected out for weeks Houston Texans starting safety Jalen Pitre is expected to be out multiple weeks after partially tearing a pectoral muscle on Sunday in the 3...

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • THESTATE.COM

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans comments on Jalen Pitre's injury Texans coach DeMeco Ryans gave his thoughts on Jalen Pitre’s injury from Sunday’s game.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Suffers partial pectoral tear Pitre sustained a partially-ruptured pectoral during Sunday's game versus the Titans, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact It still hasn't been decided whether Pitre will need surgery to repair the muscle, and that judgement will probably largely determine how long he'll need to sit out as he recovers. Any game action he does miss could mean increased opportunities for Eric Murray and M.J. Stewart.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Pitre (shoulder) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Pitre suffered a shoulder injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game, which is severe enough for him to be sidelined for the rest of the game. Jimmie Ward and M.J. Stewart will pick up additional defensive snaps in the secondary due to Pitre's injury.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with shoulder injury Pitre (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Pitre suffered a shoulder injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game, and he went back to the locker room after being evaluated by trainers in the blue medical tent. M.J. Stewart would be the top candidate to fill in at slot corner if Pitre is unable to return.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forces key fumble in win Pitre recorded nine tackles (four solo) and a forced fumble during Monday's 34-10 win at Dallas.

Impact Pitre came flying from the defensive backfield on a chaotic play early in the fourth quarter, smashing into left tackle Tyler Guyton as he tried to advance a Cooper Rush fumble. Guyton then became the second Dallas player to fumble that down, allowing defensive lineman Derek Barnett to scoop up the ball and rumble 28 yards into the end zone to make the score 27-10. Pitre is on the fringe of IDP consideration in some formats for a Week 12 tilt versus the Titans.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NFL Refs Make Serious Mistake With Unnecessary Roughness Call On Texans' Jalen Pitre Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre pulled off a spectacular play on defense against the Dallas Cowboys, which the referees called ‘unnecessar...

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • OUTKICK.COM

Sets up touchdown Pitre made four tackles, including one for a loss, and had an interception in Sunday's 23-20 win over Indianapolis in Week 8.

Impact Pitre's contribution to the win was intercepting an Anthony Richardson pass deep in the Colts' territory. One play later, C.J. Stroud threw a seven-yard touchdown pass to Tank Dell, giving the Texans a lead it would not relinquish. Pitre moved back to a hybrid role in the secondary this season -- a similar role he played at Baylor -- playing both cornerback and safety and showed modest improvement in his coverage. Missed tackles have been an issue, as they've been throughout his career, but Pitre has shown improvement in all areas of defense.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Pitre speaks to Drew Dougherty after the win over the Colts

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Neville Hewitt hauls in INT after deflection from teammate Jalen Pitre

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Eight stops in loss Pitre recorded eight total tackles (five solo) and defended one pass during Sunday's 34-7 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Pitre continues to impress through the Texans' first three games, recording 21 total tackles, including one tackle for loss, while also defending two passes on 168 defensive snaps. The third-year pro appears to be adjusting well to his new role as a nickel safety, and he's expected to continue wreaking havoc on opposing offenses as the season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 23, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

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Scores as nickel Pitre recorded two tackles, one for a loss, and scored on an interception return in Saturday's preseason game against the Giants.

Impact Pitre, playing the nickel cornerback, kicked off the scoring when he stepped up to pick off an ill-advised pass from Daniel Jones for a five-yard interception return for a touchdown. The pick six was set up by defensive end Derek Barnett, who had Jones in his clutches as the ball was thrown. Pitre is returning to a hybrid style he thrived in at Baylor, playing both safety and the nickel. Not playing exclusively at safety will likely result in fewer tackles for Pitre, who had 147 during this rookie 2022 season and 84 last season.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Pitre starts 5-takeaway party with Pick 6 The Houston Texans tallied five takeaways in their 28-10 preseason victory over the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon at NRG Stadium. Defe...

AUGUST 17, 2024 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Getting work at nickel corner Pitre told reporters after practice Tuesday that he has been playing snaps at nickel corner during training camp and OTAs, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Pitre had played nickel corner at Baylor and he noted that "it's been fun to play some nickel here in training camp, in OTAs, and I'm all in on the process," per Jonathan Alexander and Jon Poorman of The Houston Chronicle. In his rookie season in 2022, Pitre led the Texans with 141 total tackles across 17 regular-season games, but he saw those numbers dip in 2023, finishing with 84 tackles (58 solo), five passes defended and one forced fumble over 15 regular-season games. Pitre struggled at times to adjust to a new scheme in 2023, but his willingness to play nickel corner, like he did in college, should provide him comfort in his second year under head coach DeMeco Ryans.

JULY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Texans training camp: Jalen Pitre takes snaps at former position Jalen Pitre, who won Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year while lined up in the slot position, saw action back near the line of scrimmage.

JULY 21, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Jalen Pitre comes THIS close to intercepting Lamar Jackson in end zone Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre comes THIS close to intercepting Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson in end zone.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • NFL.COM

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