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Little impact in win Anderson did not record a tackle and had one quarterback hit in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Jaguars in Week 13.

Impact Anderson dealt with an ankle injury during the practice week, which may have contributed to his zero-tackle performance. He played 63 percent of the defensive snaps, which is slightly below is season average when been available for a full game (69 percent).

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Clear for Week 13 Anderson (ankle) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Jacksonville.

Impact Anderson didn't practice Wednesday due to a lingering ankle issue, but he progressed to a limited session Thursday and a full practice Friday. As such, he'll be able to take the field against the Jaguars on Sunday. Anderson returned from a two-game absence Sunday and played 50 percent of Houston's defensive snaps, logging 2.0 sacks against Tennessee.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Texans DE Will Anderson Jr. Named NFL Global Flag Football Ambassador The Houston Texans announced DE Will Anderson Jr. as an NFL Global Flag Football Ambassador. Anderson joins current NFL and flag football pl...

NOVEMBER 29 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Will Anderson Jr. Continues To Headline Texans' Injury Report The Houston Texans had recaptured momentum after a big win over the Dallas Cowboys. That was short-lived, however. They took a 32-27 loss wh...

NOVEMBER 28 • SI.COM

Doesn't practice Wednesday Anderson (ankle) did not practice Wednesday.

Impact After missing the Texans' Weeks 10 and 11 contests with the ankle injury, Anderson returned last Sunday against the Titans and logged 2.0 sacks on 51 percent of the defensive snaps. As long as he didn't suffer a setback with the ankle, Anderson should be able to play through it again this Sunday versus Jacksonville.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Logs pair of sacks in return Anderson had 2.0 sacks in Sunday's 32-27 loss to Tennessee in Week 12.

Impact Those were Anderson's only two tackles in his return from an ankle injury that cost him two games. The edge rusher is up to 9.5 sacks through 10 games played, which ranks fifth in the NFL.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Inactives: Will Anderson, Jr. returns to action at home vs. Titans The Houston Texans announced their inactives for Sunday's Week 12 showdown with the Tennessee Titans, and they welcome back the AFC's Defens...

NOVEMBER 24 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Ready to rock Anderson (ankle) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.

Impact The 23-year-old upgraded to full participation Friday after opening Houston's week of practice with consecutive limited sessions, suggesting that he's moved past his ankle issue in time for Sunday's divisional matchup. Expect Anderson to start opposite Danielle Hunter as part of the Texans' top pass-rushing duo in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Still nursing injury Anderson (ankle) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice estimation.

Impact Anderson has missed each of the Texans' last two games after sustaining an ankle injury in the Week 9 win loss to the Jets, and Wednesday's estimated limited session could be an indication that he's nearing a return to the field. The 2023 Defensive Rookie of the Year's practice participation Thursday and Friday will likely offer the best insight into whether he can play in Sunday's divisional matchup against the Titans.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Inactives: No Will Anderson, Jr., Kamari Lassiter for Monday-nighter vs. Dallas Cowboys The Houston Texans announced their inactives for Monday Night Football showdown against the Dallas Cowboys. They won't have DE Will Anderson...

NOVEMBER 19 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Won't play Monday Anderson (ankle) did not practice Saturday and has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact Anderson has not practiced since injuring his left ankle in Week 9 against the Jets. His next chance to play will be against the Titans on Sunday, Nov. 24. With Anderson sidelined Monday, Derek Barnett and Denico Autry will continue to see increased snaps at defensive end alongside starter Danielle Hunter.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out Monday Anderson, who sat out Friday's practice due to an ankle injury, is considered unlikely to play Week 11 at Dallas on Monday night, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact If this news holds, Anderson will miss a second straight game, but he is not candidate for injured reserve. Wilson reports his recovery from a high-ankle sprain is going well. The Texans hope he can return within the next few weeks in preparation for the stretch run in December. A host of depth defensive linemen replaced Anderson in last week's loss to the Lions.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Thursday Anderson (ankle) was listed as a DNP on Thursday's injury report, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Anderson has been unable to practice since injuring his ankle during the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets. The 2023 first-round pick will have two more chances this week to practice in at least a limited capacity to give himself a shot at playing Monday against the Cowboys. Denico Autry and Derek Barnett will continue to see increased reps on defensive alongside Danielle Hunter for as long as Anderson is sidelined.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Inactives: No Nico Collins or Will Anderson, Jr. for Texans vs. Lions The Houston Texans released their inactives for Week 10, and they'll be without wide receiver Nico Collins and Pro Bowl defensive end Will A...

NOVEMBER 11 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Will Houston Texans DE Will Anderson Jr. play vs. Detroit Lions? | Sporting News Houston Texans edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. suffered an ankle injury last week against the Jets. What is his status for Sunday's clash agai...

NOVEMBER 9 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Will Anderson Jr.'s Game Status For Texans-Lions Revealed The Houston Texans can't escape bad injury news. They are 6-3 on the season and posted a 2-2 record in the games in which superstar wide rec...

NOVEMBER 8 • SI.COM

Won't play Sunday Anderson (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

Impact It's no surprise that Anderson won't suit up Sunday, as he was unable to practice all week after sustaining an ankle injury in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets. Houston could struggle rushing the passer in Week 10 without Anderson, especially against a Lions offensive line that has allowed just 19 sacks in eight games this season. Derek Barnett will likely start opposite Danielle Hunter on the Texans' defensive line while Anderson is sidelined.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Logs DNP on Wednesday Anderson (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Anderson sustained an ankle injury in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets, and Wednesday's DNP suggests the issue could be serious. The 2023 Defensive Rookie of the Year likely needs to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday in order to suit up for Houston's Week 10 matchup against the Lions. If Anderson is unable to do so, expect Derek Barnett to see additional work with the Texans' first-team defense.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Texans Star Will Anderson Jr Exits Game With Significant Injury Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr has been pulled out of the game with a serious injury.

NOVEMBER 1 • KANSASCITY.COM

Texans star edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. leaves game vs. Jets with an ankle injury

Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. left the game against the New York Jets with an injured left ankle

NOVEMBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up ankle issue Anderson is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Jets due to an ankle injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Anderson suffered the injury in the first half and was examined in the medical tent. He remained on the sideline and was spotted testing his ankle by making cuts on simulated snaps, though he may not be able to return to the game. His absence would be a big blow to both the Texans' pass rush and run defense.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Texans Will Anderson Jr. Named AFC Defensive Player of the Month Houston Texans DE Will Anderson Jr. has been named AFC Defensive Player of the Month, the NFL announced today. Anderson earned his first car...

OCTOBER 31 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Texans DE Will Anderson Jr. making a case for Defensive Player of Year Will Anderson Jr. very well could be on his way to winning the NFL’s Defensive Player of the Year Award if he keeps up his production.

OCTOBER 30 • USATODAY.COM