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Texans surge after bye: Stroud's 5 TDs, defense's 8 sacks bury winless Chargers

The Houston Texans got another huge game from C

47 MINS AGO • Associated Press

First touchdown 2024 Dell turned a team-high nine targets into four catches for 105 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 44-22 road victory against the Chargers

Impact In his second appearance since returning from a brutal left knee injury suffered in December 2024, Dell again recorded a reception of 40-plus yards, connecting with C.J. Stroud for a 63-yard TD in the second quarter. It was one of five touchdown passes for Stroud, who spread the ball around to nine different pass catchers and four that reached the end zone at least once. Dell will aim to build on the momentum next Sunday at Cleveland.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

C.J. Stroud on 5-TD Game, Tank Dell & Playing Through Illness | Full Q&A

22 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

Texans Highlights: C.J. Stroud Throws 5 TDs in 44-22 Win vs. Chargers

22 HOURS AGO • YOUTUBE

C.J. Stroud tosses 5 TD passes as Texans rout winless Chargers 44-22. LA finally scores a TD

22 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Houston Texans try to regroup at bye after getting off to 2-5 start

The Houston Texans opened their 25th season with Super Bowl hopes

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Highlight play in return to action Dell caught his only target for 43 yards and added a two-yard rush during Sunday's 27-21 overtime loss to the Giants.

Impact Dell made his return to action after missing nearly two full years while recovering from a dislocated kneecap and series of torn ligaments in his left knee. The wide receiver was only on the field for 11 offensive plays, but he made the most of his one target. Dell reeled in a deep ball from C.J. Stroud in the second quarter, churning out a 43-yard gain. With Nico Collins, Marvin Harrison, Xavier Hutchinson, Jaylin Noel (toe) and Kayshon Boutte also in the mix at wide receiver, Dell may have a hard time getting many looks each week.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Texans falter in OT as 27-21 loss to Giants leaves them at 2-5

A stagnant offense and scores of defensive miscues led to yet another loss by the Houston Texans on Sunday

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Texans' DeMeco Ryans, C.J. Stroud & Tank Dell reflect on their OT loss to the Giants

OCTOBER 25 • FOX SPORTS

A 42-yard catch 673 days in the making for Tank Dell

OCTOBER 25 • FOX SPORTS

Cleared to make 2026 debut Dell (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Impact Dell is ready to take the field for the first time since Dec. 21, 2024, when he suffered a dislocated kneecap and multiple ligament tears in his left knee. The 2023 third-rounder established a role for himself in the offense before the injury, but he'll likely be eased into the workload in his first game in nearly two years. Dell figures to operate in a rotational role behind Nico Collins, Marvin Harrison and Jaylin Noel.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from injured reserve Dell (knee) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, but he remains questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Impact Dell thus has a chance to log his first game action since he suffered a serious left knee injury Dec. 21, 2024 that included a dislocated kneecap and multiple ligament tears. The Texans' receiving corps is in a much different state this time around, with Marvin Harrison, Jaylin Noel, Xavier Hutchinson and Kayshon Boutte all vying for reps behind No. 1 option Nico Collins. Where Dell may stand behind Collins remains to be seen, assuming the former is active for Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Giants rule out injured linebacker Tremaine Edmunds for their game at the Texans

The New York Giants ruled out inside linebacker Tremaine Edmunds and cornerback Greg Newsome for their game Sunday at Houston

OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press

C.J. Stroud powers Houston Texans vs New York Giants as J.J. McCarthy starts

The New York Giants know better than to underestimate the Houston Texans entering Sunday’s matchup even though they’ve won just two games this season

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

Texans savor Tank Dell's emotional return after a catastrophic knee injury

Tank Dell will play his first game in nearly two years on Sunday and the Houston Texans are thrilled that their receiver is back after a catastrophic knee injury

OCTOBER 21 • Associated Press

On track for season debut Week 7 Texans head coach DeMeco Ryan said Monday that Dell (knee) is on track to return from injured reserve to make his season debut Week 7 versus the Giants, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Hous...

Impact Dell will be making his first appearance since Dec. 21, 2024, when he sustained a severe left knee injury that included a dislocated kneecap and damage to multiple ligaments. Through his first two seasons in the NFL, Dell had emerged as a key complementary option behind No. 1 wideout Nico Collins, but the Texans are likely tempering expectations for the 26-year-old coming off a nearly two-year layoff. Dell, who was cleared to resume practicing Oct. 7 and was a full participant throughout Week 6 prep, is expected to be in line for a light snap count in his 2026 debut.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars CB Jaylon Jones inactive for game vs Texans at Wembley

Jaguars safety Jaylon Jones won’t play against the Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium because of a hamstring injury

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Won't debut in Week 6 The Texans ruled out Dell (knee) for Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London.

Impact Currently in the midst of his second week of practicing with the Texans after having his 21-day evaluation window opened Oct. 7, Dell has taken a notable step forward in his recovery from a severe left knee injury by turning in back-to-back full sessions Wednesday and Thursday. Though the Texans won't bring him back from injured reserve for the London game, Dell stands a strong chance of being activated ahead of the team's Oct. 25 matchup with the Giants and seeing his first game action since December 2024 if he can continue to practice without restrictions next week.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to full practice Dell (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Last Wednesday, the Texans opened Dell's 21-day evaluation window, with the receiver proceeding to turn in two limited practices while sitting out another. He's now taken a step forward in his second week of practice, turning in a full session for the first time since he sustained a multi-ligament left knee injury back on Dec. 21, 2024. The Texans will likely want to see Dell turn in additional full practices before reinstating him from injured reserve, but he could have a shot at making his 2026 debut as soon as Sunday against the Jaguars in London if all goes well over the next few days. Once he's reinstated, Dell will be vying with the newly acquired Marvin Harrison as well as Kayshon Boutte, Xavier Hutchinson and Jaylin Noel for playing time behind No. 1 wideout Nico Collins.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

DeMeco Ryans on First Win, Will Anderson Jr. & C.J. Stroud | Full Q&A

OCTOBER 11 • YOUTUBE

Won't return for Week 5 Dell (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans.

Impact Dell's 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve opened Wednesday, and the fourth-year wideout logged back-to-back limited practices before not participating in Friday's session. He's in the final stages of his recovery from a severe left knee injury that he sustained in late December of 2024, and while he won't return for Week 5, his next chance to do so is Week 6 against the Jaguars on Sunday, Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Texans-Titans Week 5 Injury Report: Updates on Tank Dell, Azeez Al-Shaair The Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans have released their Week 5 injury report after a third and final practice.

OCTOBER 9 • SI.COM

Remains limited in practice Thursday Dell (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Though he didn't take a step forward in terms of activity after being listed as limited Wednesday upon having his 21-day practice window opened, Dell was seen donning full pads Thursday, per DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com. The wideout will likely still need to complete multiple full practices before being activated from injured reserve, so he could face an uphill battle to play in Sunday's game against the Titans. However, so long as Dell's surgically repaired left knee responds well as he ramps up his practice activity, he should be on pace to make his 2026 debut by midseason.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

No more winless start for one AFC South team: Texans-Titans should bring someone a first victory

Having two of the NFL’s five winless teams inside the AFC South a month into the season is more than surprising

OCTOBER 8 • Associated Press

Returns to limited practice Dell (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact It marked Dell's first practice of the regular season, though he remains on injured reserve after his 21-day practice window was officially opened Wednesday. The Texans have been taking it easy with Dell since his complicated 2024 knee injury, and expect more of that the next couple weeks. He's a true wild card for fantasy purposes, as the Texans have a ton of bodies at wide receiver but at the same time are looking for more playmaking ability on offense.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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