M.J. Stewart - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Could return during camp Texans GM Nick Caserio said Wednesday that Stewart (quadriceps) could return during training camp, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact It sounds like Stewart is more week-to-week than day-to-day after he was placed on the active/PUP list to begin camp Tuesday. Stewart inked a one-year, $2.7 million deal to remain with the Texans over the offseason after he recorded 25 tackles (15 solo) across nine regular-season appearances in 2025.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

To start camp on PUP Stewart (undisclosed) will begin training camp on the Texans' active/PUP list, per the team's official site.

Impact Stewart sat out all of Houston's last 10 games last year, including two postseason games, with a quadriceps injury, and he's still not back to full strength with training camp now underway. Until he's able to practice again, 2025 sixth-rounder Jaylen Reed could get more action in the defensive backfield.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Likely remaining in Houston Stewart (quadriceps) plans on signing a one-year deal to remain in Houston, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Stewart missed Houston's final eight regular-season games in 2025 due to a quadriceps injury, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. The veteran safety from North Carolina has appeared in 24 regular-season games over the past two seasons, tallying 37 total tackles, two passes defensed and one forced fumble while contributing both on defense (316 snaps) and special teams (447 snaps). If the 30-year-old signs a one-year deal with Houston as expected, he'll likely maintain a similar role during the 2026 season.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Officially lands on IR Stewart (quadriceps) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact Stewart suffered a left quad injury in Sunday's 36-29 win over the Jaguars that requires season-ending surgery. This move was strictly procedural as a result, and it will open up a roster spot for the Texans.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Out for the season Stewart (quadriceps) will be out for the season, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Impact After being carted off during Sunday's game against Jacksonville, head coach Demeco Ryans said Stewart's season is over. The eight-year veteran took over as the starting safety following the release of C.J. Gardner-Johnson in September.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out with knee Stewart (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Stewart was carted off the field in the first half after suffering a serious knee injury, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Tremon Smith will likely replace Stewart at free safety for the remainder of the divisional contest.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Moves up depth chart Stewart is expected to take over as a starting safety after the Texans released C.J. Gardner-Johnson on Wednesday, Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Gardner-Johnson's tenure in Houston lasted just three games before the eject button was pushed by head coach DeMeco Ryans, who talked about having a "great pulse" of the locker and "what's going on." The 30-year-old Stewart is in his fourth season with the Texans and is familiar with the operation. He's played just five snaps in 2025 but has extensive experience as a backup in previous seasons.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Staying in Houston another year The Texans will sign Stewart to a one-year contract, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Stewart played in 15 games for the Texans in 2024, and although he didn't see the field much on defense, he was a major special teams contributor. After Houston already lost fellow safety Eric Murray to Jacksonville in free agency, that was enough to earn Stewart another deal for the upcoming season. He projects to contribute primarily on special teams again in 2025.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up Stewart (knee) is active Sunday against the Vikings.

Impact Stewart has yet to play this season due to the injury and will be making his season debut when he takes the field. The veteran safety will bolster the team's depth in the secondary but will primarily see action on special teams.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Minnesota Stewart (knee) was a limited participant in Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Impact Stewart has been held out for the first two games of the season due to a knee injury he sustained in early September. The fact he was able to practice all three days, albeit in a limited capacity, gives the 2018 second-round pick a fair shot of suiting up for the first time this year. If he does play, Stewart will likely be limited to special-teams duties.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Week 2 Stewart (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest versus Chicago.

Impact Stewart will miss his second straight game to open the campaign due to a knee issue. The safety didn't practice in any capacity this week, so his status for Week 3 may also be in doubt. When healthy, Stewart is expected to work in a backup role for the Texans.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Stewart (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Colts.

Impact The seventh-year pro failed to log a single practice session this week due to a knee injury, so it's no surprise that he won't be suiting up Sunday. With Stewart sidelined in Week 1, expect Calen Bullock and Eric Murray to assume the reserve safety roles.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Stewart did not participate in practice both Wednesday and Thursday due to a knee injury.

Impact Stewart has one more chance Friday to practice in some capacity ahead of Sunday's regular-season opener against the Colts. The 2018 second-round pick is set to serve in a backup role at safety behind starters Jalen Pitre and Jimmie Ward.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy again Stewart (shoulder) is not on the injured list heading into training camp, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Stewart fractured his shoulder last November against the Buccaneers and missed the rest of the season. The safety recorded 22 tackles in eight games in 2023. The seventh-year pro returns for the final year of his contract in 2024.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with shoulder injury Stewart (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Buccaneers.

Impact Stewart stepped in for an injured Jimmy Ward (hamstring), who's also listed as questionable to return. The 28-year-old recorded three total tackles before leaving the game, and DeAndre Houston-Carson is in at safety for the time being.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

M.J. Stewart with a Fumble Recovery vs. Baltimore Ravens

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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MARCH 13, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

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MARCH 10, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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MARCH 10, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Returns to Houston Stewart signed a contract with the Texans on Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Stewart joined the Texans in 2022 and played as a backup safety while also contributing plenty on special teams. In total, he tallied 41 tackles and one pass defended to go along with one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears concussion protocol Stewart (concussion) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Stewart was forced to exit Houston's Week 16 win over Tennessee after taking a blow to the head that resulted in a concussion. However, he appears to have cleared the league's protocols and has practiced in full the last two days. Stewart will return to a depth role in the Texans' secondary while also shouldering a heavy load on special teams.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with concussion Stewart suffered a concussion during Saturday's 19-14 win at Tennessee.

Impact Prior to his departure in the second half, Stewart didn't make a mark in the box score. Now that he's subject to the protocol for head injuries in order to play again, his status for the Texans' next game Sunday, Jan. 1 against the Jaguars is up in the air.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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