C.J. Stroud’s Concussion Status Raises Eyebrows Ahead of Colts Clash
The Houston Texans are gearing up for a crucial divisional showdown against the Indianapolis Colts this weekend, and early injury reports have set the stage for intrigue. As the teams wrapped up their first practices of the week, the injury outlook has come into sharper focus.
Texans Injury Report
CB Jalen Pitre: LIMITED (concussion)
QB C.J. Stroud: FULL (concussion)
CB Ajani Carter: DNP (hamstring)
LB Jamal Hill: DNP (hamstring)
OT Blake Fisher: DNP (illness)
OT Trent Brown: LIMITED (hand)
DE Denico Autry: DNP (knee)
Colts Injury Report
LB Jaylon Carlies: FULL (ankle)
DT Neville Gallimore: LIMITED (knee)
CB Sauce Gardner: LIMITED (back)
QB Daniel Jones: LIMITED (fibula)
Stroud and Pitre Under Concussion Protocol
The most significant development for the Texans centers on quarterback C.J. Stroud. Following a concussion suffered in Week 9, Stroud returned as a full participant in practice, marking a pivotal step toward his potential availability against the Colts.
Despite this progress, head coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that both Stroud and cornerback Jalen Pitre, who participated in practice but was limited, remain under concussion protocol. The team is still awaiting their first contact practice session of the week, which is a critical milestone for both players.
With the weekend still ahead, there is optimism surrounding Stroud’s ability to take the field. The Texans will closely monitor their key players, hoping to have them ready for the divisional clash that holds significant implications for their season.
