Brevin Jordan Injury News & Updates

The Texans (knee) announced Tuesday that Jordan (knee) will be placed on IR, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan, who had worked his way back from an ACL tear suffered Week 2 of 2024 before being carted off the field Monday, appears to have suffered a second consecutive season-ending knee injury. It's a brutal development for the 2021 fifth-round pick, who had appeared positioned to make an impact in Houston's tight end corps behind Dalton Schultz this season. Instead, Jordan now faces another arduous recovery process looking ahead to the 2026 campaign, while Cade Stover and Irv Smith become positioned for expanded reserve roles behind Schultz.

Jordan (knee) was carted off the practice field Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan appears to have potentially suffered a significant injury at practice Monday, though the Texans haven't yet provided an official update on his health. The tight end entered training camp as a full participant after having suffered a season-ending ACL tear Week 2 of the 2024 campaign, and he's been competing with Cade Stover and Irv Smith for reserve duties behind incumbent starting tight end Dalton Schultz.

Jordan caught both targets for 11 yards in Saturday's 20-10 preseason loss to the Vikings.

This was Jordan's first game action since tearing an ACL in Week 2 last season. Presumptive starter Dalton Schultz was held out while Jordan, Cade Stover (two targets, nine yards) and Luke Lachey (three targets, two yards) received playing time and were targeted in the preseason opener. New offensive coordinator Nick Caley has experience as a tight ends coach with the both the Patriots and Rams, which suggests there could be room for more than just Schultz as a fantasy target at the position.

Jordan (knee) is practicing in full during the Texans' training camp, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

The tight end tore his ACL in Week 2 of the 2024 campaign, but he has been practicing since the start of training camp last week. Jordan played on roughly 50 percent of the offensive snaps in Week 1 last year, mostly in a blocking role, and he landed a one-year extension in December. The fifth-year pro appears in line to reprise his role from the beginning of last season, with Dalton Schultz as the top tight end on the Houston depth chart.

Jordan (knee) made his practice debut Wednesday, Jonathan Alexander and Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan tore his ACL in Week 2 of the 2024 season and has been progressively ramping up. He returned to the practice field to catch a pass from C.J. Stroud during Wednesday's practice and appears to be tracking toward a Week 1 return.

Jordan (knee) is running at "high speeds" but is expected to be eased back in at training camp, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan suffered a torn ACL in Week 2 last season and missed the remainder of the year. Now 10 months out from the injury, Jordan should be close to 100 percent health by the time Week 1 rolls around. Jordan figures to be in line to handle TE2 duties in Houston behind Dalton Schultz.

The Texans and Jordan agreed to terms Thursday on a one-year contract extension, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Jordan, who suffered a season-ending ACL tear in Week 2, looked on pace for a career-high snap share had he not gone down to injury. He played roughly 50 percent of offensive snaps behind top tight end Dalton Schultz in Week 1, his only full appearance of the 2024 season, mostly contributing as a key blocker. Houston's decision to re-sign Jordan, a 2021 fifth-round pick, provides the team some reliable depth for the 2025 campaign.

Jordan (knee), whom the Texans placed on injured reserve Wednesday, is out for the season due to a torn ACL, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan played a notable role behind top tight end Dalton Schultz during Houston's first two games of the regular season, serving as a key lead blocker while also catching two of three targets for seven yards. He sustained the knee injury during the Texans' win over the Bears in Week 2 and will now turn his attention toward making a recovery for the 2025 campaign. Beginning with Sunday's road game versus Minnesota, Cade Stover will be in line to handle a larger role behind Schultz. Houston also signed tight end Irv Smith to the practice squad Tuesday.

Jordan, who the Texans placed on injured reserve Wednesday due to a knee injury, is reportedly recovering from a torn ACL, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan caught his only target during Houston's win over the Bears on Sunday Night Football, but it appears he's since suffered a season-ending injury. The severity of Jordan's injury remains to be fully confirmed by the Texans, but it looks like Cade Stover is in line to handle an increased role behind top tight end Dalton Schultz for the rest of the year, and beginning Week 3 on the road against Minnesota.

Jordan (undisclosed) has been placed on IR by the Texans.

Jordan will thus miss at least four games with an unspecified injury, which leaves Dalton Schultz and Cade Stover as the healthy tight ends currently on the Texans' active roster. Chris Myarick is on the team's practice squad and could be elevated ahead of Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Jordan caught his lone target for four yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears in Week 2.

For a second consecutive week, there wasn't much happening for Jordan, who has just three targets (two catches) for seven yards thus far. The tight end group is seeing fewer targets overall than in 2023. Houston's tight ends accounted for nearly 21 percent of the team's targets last season compared to 15 percent through the first two weeks of 2024.

Jordan caught one of two targets for three yards in Sunday's 29-27 win over the Colts in Week 1.

Jordan was allotted a healthy 40 snaps in the season opener, which matches his snap count for the first five games of 2023. There are too many preferred targets ahead of him, including starting tight end Dalton Schultz, for Jordan's increased run to make a difference at this time. It does, however, indicate a certain level of confidence from the coaching staff. He's looking to build off last season's second half and playoff experience, when he caught 12 of 16 targets for 19.6 yards per reception and two touchdowns over eight games.

Jordan caught both his targets for 16 yards in Saturday's 28-10 preseason win over the Giants.

The tight end missed the Texans' preseason opener due to an undisclosed injury, but he was on the field with the first-team offense Saturday as Houston lined up in 12 personnel for both of C.J. Stroud's drives. Jordan is the team's No. 2 tight end behind Dalton Schultz, but that could still get him on the field more than expected if offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik uses that as his base package. Jordan has never caught more than 20 passes or gained more than 219 receiving yards in a season, and his fantasy value has a firm ceiling on it as long as Schultz is healthy, but the 2021 fifth-round pick might at least get an opportunity to top those numbers in 2024.

Jordan (undisclosed) is slated to miss Houston's Week 1 preseason game against the Steelers, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan has been indicated as healthy so far during training camp, but an undisclosed injury will take him out from Houston's preseason opener. The 6-foot-3 tight end finished out the 2023 season with 17 grabs for 219 yards and two touchdowns, and more information on his preseason injury should be released in the coming days.

Coach DeMeco Ryans said Jordan has improved and regularly makes highlight plays, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan nonetheless finds himself in a tough position for the final year of his rookie contract, as the Texans re-signed starting tight end Dalton Schultz in March and drafted Cade Stover in the fourth round. They also have two fullbacks on the offseason roster and one of the best WR groups in the league, making it tough for Jordan to get on the field regularly as a second tight end. The 2021 fifth-round pick did well with his limited chances last year, catching 17 of 21 targets for 219 yards and two touchdowns, but there's not really a path to role growth without Schultz suffering an injury.

Jordan failed to catch his lone target in Houston's 34-10 playoff loss to Baltimore last Saturday. He finished his third NFL season with 17 receptions on 21 targets for 219 yards and two touchdowns.

A gifted athlete at tight end, Jordan never excelled at the blocking aspects the position often requires, which put a cap on his playing time over his three seasons in Houston. He opened the year third on the depth chart, before he was elevated when Teagan Quitoriano suffered a season-ending groin injury in October. Jordan can make plays, as evidenced by his 76-yard touchdown catch-and-run during the playoff win over Cleveland, but it's unclear if there will be any change in his usage in 2024, the final year of his rookie contract. This season's starting tight end, Dalton Schultz, becomes an unrestricted free agent, but the Texans likely want him back after a year in which he developed chemistry with rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud.

Jordan caught his lone target for a 76-yard touchdown in Saturday's 45-14 wild-card playoff win over the Browns.

Jordan turned a harmless pass in the flat into the game's longest play and what turned out to be the game-winning score. He's played second fiddle to Daulton Schulz all season, but Jordan is considered the better athlete, capable of breaking away from pursuit as he did on the TD. He played 50 percent of the snaps and provided a threat behind a wideout corps that dealt with injuries. Noah Brown (five snaps) was removed from the game with shoulder injury, while Robert Woods (15 snaps) returned from a hip injury.

Jordan caught two of two targets for 19 yards and a 12-yard touchdown in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Titans in Week 17.

Jordan was open in the left flat and waltzed into the end zone for Houston's lone offensive touchdown early in the second quarter. It was the second TD of the season for Jordan, who played a healthy 31 snaps, the most for the backup tight end when starter Dalton Schultz has been healthy. The uptick in snaps was due to fullback Andrew Beck (calf) being inactive, which meant Jordan filled Beck's role on some plays.

Jordan (illness) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's contest against the Browns.

Jordan was able to up his practice participation throughout the week, culminating in a full session Friday. With Dalton Schultz back in the lineup, Jordan will resume his role as the backup tight end.

Jordan (illness) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

Jordan increased his practice activity Thursday, after he sat out Wednesday's session entirely while recovering from the illness. If Jordan is able to participate fully in Friday's session, he should be in the clear to serve as the No. 2 tight end behind Dalton Schultz in Sunday's game against the Browns.

Jordan (illness) did not practice Wednesday.

Jordan started Week 16 prep sidelined, but he still has multiple days to recover before the Texans take the field Sunday against the Browns. Assuming he recovers in time, he should remain the team's No. 2 option at tight end behind Dalton Schultz, although if he were unable to suit up, Eric Saubert may see extra opportunities.

Jordan caught his lone target for 14 yards in Sunday's 19-16 overtime win over Tennessee.

Jordan's brief resurgence of the last two weeks ended with the return of Dalton Schultz from a hamstring injury. He entered the game having played 75 percent of the offensive snaps the previous two weeks but was back to a normal 25 percent share against Tennessee.

Jordan caught three of three targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 30-6 loss to the Jets in Week 14.

It's damning with faint praise, but Jordan was Houston's leading receiver Sunday. The achievement is a dubious one as it came on a day when Dalton Schultz (hamstring) and Tank Dell (lower leg) were inactive, and Nico Collins (calf) departed early in the first quarter. Those are team's top-three targets. The Texans also lost quarterback C.J. Stroud to a concussion in the fourth quarter, blurring his status for Week 15 against Tennessee. With diminished weapons, Jordan could take on a higher profile going forward. He's caught 12 of 15 targets for 159 yards and one touchdown over 10 games.

Jordan is expected to draw another start at tight end Sunday against the Jets, as Dalton Schultz (hamstring) will miss a second consecutive game.

Jordan produced a season-high 64 receiving yards in last week's win over the Broncos, and with Schultz ruled out again, Jordan will have a nice opportunity to build on that performance against a Jets defense that's been vulnerable to tight ends this season. New York's tied with New Orleans for the most touchdowns allowed to the position at seven.

Jordan caught three of four targets for 64 yards in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Broncos in Week 13.

Jordan elevated to the top of the tight end depth chart with Dalton Schultz (hamstring) sidelined and played a season-high 51 snaps. His pass-catching ability has never been questioned, but Jordan does not provide the run-blocking proficiency that a team may need from the position. Depending on Schultz's status for Week 14 against the Jets, Jordan could get more opportunities next week. Additionally, the season-ending injury to Tank Dell (leg) could lead to more targets even if Schultz is ready to go next week.

Jordan is in line for an elevated workload Sunday against the Broncos with Dalton Schultz (hamstring) ruled out for that contest, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Schultz wasn't able to practice this week due to a hamstring injury, and with his status now confirmed for Week 13 action, Jordan and Eric Saubert figure to earn increased snap counts in the short term. Through eight appearances this season, Jordan has hauled in six of seven targets for 60 yards and one touchdown, so the bigger workload may not result in added attention from quarterback C.J. Stroud. Still, Saubert has no catches to his name in three games with the Texans in 2023, meaning Jordan likely is the better bet among the two to make a mark in the box score.

Jordan was not targeted over 15 offensive snaps in Sunday's 21-16 win over the Cardinals in Week 11.

Jordan returned to action after missing three games due to a foot injury. He was one of two active tight ends, but Dalton Schultz is the only Houston tight end that matters. Schultz, who scored his fifth touchdown Sunday, is third on the team in targets with 59 and has nearly seven times more targets than the rest of the position group combined.

Jordan (foot) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

The third-year tight end out of Miami was able to log a full practice Friday after recording a DNP on Wednesday, and it now seems as if he's been able to move past the foot issue that's held him out of the Texans' last three games. Jordan has played a minimal role in Houston's offense thus far, catching all five of his targets for 51 yards and one touchdown.

Jordan (foot) practiced Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

It's not clear whether Jordan logged a limited or full practice, but either way, it's an upgrade from his DNP on Wednesday. The 23-year-old has been out of action since Week 6, but assuming he doesn't suffer any setbacks it's possible he is trending in the right direction to suit up Sunday against the Cardinals.

Jordan (foot) did not participate at practice Wednesday.

After missing the Texans' last three games tending to a foot injury, Jordan is now missing Houston's first practice of the new week. Unless he's able to return to practice Thursday or Friday, he'll likely be sidelined in Week 11.

Jordan (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 10 game against the Bengals.

This will be Jordan's third consecutive missed game. He has just five catches for 51 yards and one touchdown on the season. Dalton Schultz and Eric Saubert will again handle tight end duties this week.

Jordan (foot) did not participate in Thursday's practice, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

The 23-year-old tight end missed his second consecutive practice Thursday, and it seems increasingly likely that he'll be out for the second game in a row this Sunday. Jordan has seen a limited role in Houston's offense through six appearances this season, recording 51 yards on only five receptions.

Jordan (foot) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

It's not all bad news for Jordan, whose condition has reportedly improved significantly recently. Even still, if he can't return to practice Thursday or Friday, he'll probably be inactive again come Sunday at Cincinnati.

Jordan (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 9 game against the Bucs.

Jordan has just five catches for 51 yards and one touchdown behind Dalton Schultz this season. Teagan Quitoriano will fill No. 2 tight end duties against Tampa Bay.

Jordan (foot) isn't practicing Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan sat out Week 8 against the Panthers due to plantar fasciitis in his foot, and the injury continues to bother the tight end as the Texans begin preparing for a Week 9 home game against the Buccaneers. If Jordan misses another game, Eric Saubert should continue to work as the top backup to Dalton Schultz at tight end.

Jordan, who did not play in Sunday's 15-13 loss to the Panthers, is dealing with a plantar fasciitis issue in his foot and could miss additional time, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

It's unclear when Jordan picked up the foot injury, but it held him out of Friday's practice and ultimately ruled him out for Week 8. He could be a candidate to be placed on the team's IR if he's going to miss extended time.

Jordan (foot) has been deemed out for Sunday's contest in Carolina.

Jordan practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday and Thursday before sitting out Friday. That unpromising pattern has resulted in him being ruled out for Week 8. Jordan hasn't gotten more than two targets or played more than 20 percent of Houston's offensive snaps in any game so far this season, so his absence Sunday is unlikely to cause many fantasy waves.

Jordan (foot) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

It's not clear when Jordan picked up the injury or how serious it might be at this point. Either way, he'll probably need to get back to practicing in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Jordan played two offensive snaps and was not targeted in Sunday's 21-19 loss to Atlanta.

Sunday was the third time in five games without a target for Jordan, who's played just 41 snaps (14.8 percent share) through five weeks. He's a holdover from two regimes ago and has not been an important piece under now-head coach DeMeco Ryans. Jordan's touchdown catch Week 3 was an outlier or a fluke.

Jordan did not record an official target in Sunday's 30-6 win over Pittsburgh in Week 4.

Jordan was targeted in the red zone on Houston's opening series, but a pass interference penalty wiped out the play. The Texans eventually scored a touchdown when quarterback C.J. Stroud found Nico Collins for a two-yard score. Jordan remains third on the depth chart, but his pass-catching ability makes him a red-zone threat, including last week's four-yard touchdown catch. Including Sunday's unofficial target, Jordan has been targeted in the red zone two straight weeks.

Jordan caught both of his targets for 13 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-17 win over the Jaguars in Week 3.

Jordan found his was into the offense for a second consecutive week and finished off a drive with a four-yard touchdown catch on 3rd-and-2. He played just 10 snaps, but as seen Sunday, he's another weapon for quarterback C.J. Stroud in the red zone. Jordan, who did not play on offense in Week 1, has played 18 percent of the combined snaps in Weeks 2 and 3.

Jordan caught both of his targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 31-20 loss to the Colts.

Jordan was used on offense for the first time this season after playing special teams only in Week 1. The franchise had high hopes for Jordan when he was drafted in 2021, but the third year veteran failed to prove he deserves a larger role. Dalton Schultz is the clear No 1. at this point.

Jordan played five snaps on special teams in Sunday's 25-9 loss to the Ravens in Week 1.

Jordan, who did not play during the preseason due to a hamstring injury, did not get on the field when the offense had the ball. After two seasons in which the organization tried to make Jordan its lead tight end, it looks like they've moved on. Dalton Schultz (62 snaps) and Teagan Quitoriano (22) are the top two at the position.

Jordan (hamstring) was absent from Houston's injury report Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game at Baltimore.

Despite having to deal with a hamstring injury back in training camp, Jordan seems to be healthy heading into his team's Week 1 game. After giving Dalton Shultz a $9 million contract during the offseason, the Texans have some incentive to funnel targets in that direction at the expense of Jordan.

Jordan (hamstring) participated in practice Wednesday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan dealt with a hamstring injury during most of training camp, but it was encouraging to see him back at practice Wednesday. He'll have a week and a half to return to full health ahead of the Texans' regular-season opener in Baltimore on Sept. 10, but his availability for that game isn't yet clear.

Jordan (hamstring) is not practicing Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan continues to deal with a hamstring injury which has kept him on the sidelines for a large chunk of camp, including both of the team's preseason contests. He'll continue to work to get healthy with the team's season opener just over two weeks away.

Jordan' (hamstring) isn't slated to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Patriots, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

With Jordan still dealing with a hamstring issue, his next chance to see game action will occur Aug. 19 against the Dolphins. Once he's back in action Jordan will look to carve out a role in a Houston tight end corps that also includes Dalton Schultz and Teagan Quitoriano (quadriceps) .

Jordan's early exit from Sunday's practice was due to a hamstring injury, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan and Dalton Schultz (ribs) both exited practice Sunday, while Teagan Quitoriano (quadriceps) began training camp on the active/PUP list, leaving the Texans thin at tight end. Soft tissue injuries have a propensity to linger, so Houston will likely take a cautious approach with Jordan to ensure he's healthy before the Sept. 10 regular-season opener against the Ravens.

Jordan left Sunday's practice early with an undisclosed injury, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Jordan was spotted limping to the sidelines during Sunday's practice and didn't return, so it appears he's dealing with a lower-body issue. The severity of the injury remains unclear, but if he's forced to miss additional time, Eric Tomlinson and Andrew Beck would presumably get more looks behind Dalton Schultz.

Jordan (knee) has been downgraded to out for the remainder of Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Colts.

Jordan will finish out the remainder of Sunday's game off the field, effectively ending his 2022 campaign. With the nature and severity of this knee issue still unclear, it will be worth monitoring his injury status heading into this upcoming offseason since Houston is not in contention for a playoff spot. In the short term, Jordan Akins and Teagan Quitoriano will serve as Houston's only available tight ends for the remainder of this Week 18 contest.

Jordan is questionable tor return to Sunday's game against the Colts with a knee injury.

Jordan did not record a target before exiting in the first half, though it's unclear when or how this injury first arose. The second-year tight end caught at least one pass in each of the Texans' previous three contests. With fellow backup O.J. Howard (hip) already inactive, Teagan Quitoriano could be in line for increased usage alongside top tight end Jordan Akins for the time being.

Jordan caught one of three targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to Jacksonville in Week 17.

Jordan was more involved with Teagan Quitoriano (knee) inactive, but there wasn't much happening in the passing attack, which was held to under 200 passing yards for the eighth time. He entered the game with just three targets over the previous three weeks.

Jordan caught both of his targets for 21 yards in Saturday's 19-14 win over Tennessee in Week 16.

Jordan, who played just five snaps the previous week, was on the field for 36 snaps after Teagan Quitoriano left with a knee injury. Houston had made O.J. Howard inactive, which resulted Jordan receiving his most playing time since Week 9.

Jordan caught his lone target for nine yards in Sunday's 30-24 overtime loss to the Chiefs.

Houston tight ends were prominent in the loss with six red-zone targets and two touchdowns, but Jordan was not part of it. He played just five snaps and has total of 42 over the last three games since returning from a three-week stint as a healthy scratch. Jordan held much promise entering the season after being a productive receiver over the second half of 2021, but he doesn't fit in offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton's scheme, which relies on blocking tight ends to enable an effective rushing attack.

Jordan caught four of five targets for 46 yards in Sunday's 27-14 loss to Cleveland in Week 13.

Week 13 marked the first time in four weeks that Jordan was part of the active roster. After being a healthy inactive for three weeks, Jordan played 24 snaps and was heavily involved as a target. O.J. Howard was made inactive, clearing the way for Jordan's return. While it remains uncertain why Jordan was inactive the previous three weeks, it's assumed his failings as a blocker played a role in the decision.

Jordan (coach's decision) was inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins in Week 12.

This was the third straight healthy inactive for Jordan, who has a disappointing six catches and 32 yards in 2022 after showing promise during the second half of his rookie 2021 season. Absent a steady quarterback, Houston offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton wants to run the football and places value on a blocking tight end, which Jordan has not been since entering the NFL.

Jordan (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan is now in line to miss his second consecutive contest due to a coach's decision. In his absence, Jordan Akins, O.J. Howard and Teagan Quitoriano are slated to handle Houston's tight end duties Sunday versus Washington.

Jordan (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Despite leading all Texans tight ends in the Week 9 loss to the Eagles by playing 63 percent of the snaps on offense, Jordan will find himself out of the game plan entirely Sunday as a healthy inactive. The second-year player hasn't lived up to his billing as the Texans' best pass-catching tight end since he made his return to the lineup Week 7 after a three-game absence due to an ankle sprain. In those three contests, Jordan mustered a measly 3-24-0 receiving line on 11 targets. He now looks to have been pushed out of the tight-end rotation by rookie Teagan Quitoriano, who scored a touchdown on his lone reception in his NFL debut last week.

Jordan caught one of two targets for five yards in Thursday's 29-17 loss to Philadelphia in Week 9.

Jordan's disappointing season rolls on. After a strong second half during his rookie 2021 season, Jordan was projected as a key target for quarterback Davis Mills this season, but the former Miami Hurricane has just six catches on 17 targets for 32 yards in five games.

Jordan caught two of four targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Titans.

No Texan other than Brandon Cooks did much through the air in this one, and while Jordan led the tight end group in targets, O.J. Howard (2-24 on three targets) and Jordan Akins (1-5 on two targets) were nearly as involved. Even rookie fullback Troy Hairston (2-7 on two targets), who came into the game with only one career catch, got in on the action. Jordan remains atop the depth chart, but the three-way split puts a firm ceiling on the fantasy value of all Houston's tight ends, even in favorable matchups.

Jordan failed to catch any of four targets and played 30 snaps (46 percent) in Sunday's 38-20 loss to Las Vegas in Week 7.

Jordan returned from an ankle injury to lead the tight ends in snaps, but he and quarterback Davis Mills did not mesh well. Instead, it was Jordan Akins, back from exile, that was the biggest threat. He led the position group with three catches (four targets) for 68 yards. Long term, Jordan is considered the primary receiving threat, so it may just be a matter of getting over this injury.

Jordan (ankle) is active for Sunday's Week 7 clash against the Raiders, Drew Dougherty of the team's official site reports.

The second-year tight end will therefore be active for the first time since Week 2 after finally overcoming his ankle issue. His return will make the Texans' tight end picture even murkier, as O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins remain on hand as well for snaps at the position.

Jordan (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Las Vegas.

Jordan has been tending to an ankle issue since Week 2 prep and hasn't played since that game in Denver, but he may be poised for a return after capping this week with back-to-back full practices. His status will be confirmed, one way or another, about 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff, and if Jordan is active he'll have to contend for targets with fellow tight ends O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins.

Jordan (ankle) practiced fully Thursday.

Jordan, who last suited up in Week 2, was limited Wednesday, but his return to a full session Thursday puts the tight end on track to suit up Sunday against the Raiders. Upon his looming return to action, Jordan looks like a hit-or-miss fantasy option though, with O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins also in the Texans' TE mix.

Jordan (ankle) returned to practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Jordan missed three straight contests leading up to Houston's Week 6 bye, but he returned to practice in a limited fashion Wednesday. Given his lengthy absence, he'll likely have to log at least one full practice before he returns to game action. Regardless, when available, Jordan figures to reclaim his role as the Texans' top tight end.

Jordan (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

With Jordan out again, look for O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins (a likely practice squad elevation) to lead the Texans' tight end corps against Jacksonville. That's an arrangement that led to Howard catching two of his five targets for 27 yards and Akins catching both of his targets for 33 yards in last weekend's 34-24 loss to the Chargers.

Jordan (ankle) isn't practicing Thursday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Jordan hasn't practiced since tweaking his ankle in the Texans' 16-9 loss to the Broncos in Week 2 and looks to be trending toward a third consecutive absence Sunday in Jacksonville. Before the Texans formally decide on his status for the weekend, they'll wait and see if Jordan can fit in any on-field work Friday. With Pharaoh Brown having since been released and Jordan looking unlikely to be available Week 5, O.J. Howard and Jordan Akins look set to split reps at tight end against the Jaguars.

Jordan (ankle) is not participating in Wednesday's practice, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Jordan is still considered day-to-day, but he's starting off a third straight week as a non-participant in practice. His absence allowed O.J. Howard to operate as Houston's top tight end Week 4, while the team released Pharaoh Brown (hip/shoulder) on Tuesday.

Jordan (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Chargers.

Following a second consecutive week in which he was unable to practice due to an ankle injury, Jordan will miss another game. Fellow tight end Pharaoh Brown (hip/shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday, but he seems likely to play after following an FP/FP/LP practice regimen. Aside from Brown, O.J. Howard is the other TE on the Texans' active roster.

Jordan (ankle) didn't participate in practice Thursday, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan has now been a spectator for five straight practices since tweaking his ankle in the Texans' Week 2 loss to the Broncos. Unless he's able to fit in some on-field work at Friday's session, Jordan will likely miss his second game in a row Sunday against the Chargers. In that scenario, Houston could promote Jordan Akins from the practice squad once again to provide another pass-catching option at tight end behind starter Pharaoh Brown.

Jordan (ankle) wasn't present for the open portion of Wednesday's practice and will be listed as a non-participant on the Texans' first Week 4 injury report, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

The ankle injury Jordan suffered in the Texans' Week 2 loss to Denver kept him from practicing Wednesday through Friday last week before he sat out Sunday's loss to the Bears. Jordan's continued absence from practice suggests he hasn't made much progress in his recovery, but he'll still have two more opportunities to get back on the field in some capacity before the Texans decide on his status for this weekend's game against the Chargers. If Jordan is sidelined for a second straight contest, Jordan Akins -- who caught three of four targets for 31 yards and a touchdown Week 3 -- would likely serve as the Texans' main pass-catching tight end.

Jordan (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

With Jordan unavailable, Pharaoh Brown, who is listed as questionable with a shoulder injury after practicing fully Friday could see added Week 3 opportunities (if active) alongside O.J. Howard, with Jordan Akins a candidate to be elevated from the team's practice squad ahead of Sunday's contest.

Jordan (ankle) is not participating in the start of Friday's practice, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Jordan looks to be trending the wrong way for Sunday's game against the Bears, as he hasn't yet practiced this week. O.J. Howard and Pharaoh Brown (shoulder) will stand to handle increased opportunities if Jordan can't go.

Jordan (ankle) did not practice Thursday.

Jordan still has Friday to make a potential practice appearance this week, but even if he does he's not likely to be especially close to full strength. The Texans also will have to watch the status of Pharaoh Brown, who popped up on the injury report Thursday with a shoulder issue. O.J. Howard would likely have to do any lifting Jordan or/and Brown cannot against Chicago in Week 3.

Jordan (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday.

Jordan still has two more opportunities to take the practice field prior to Sunday's game against the Bears, but if he's out of limited this weekend, added Week 3 tight end snaps and targets would be available for Pharaoh Brown and O.J. Howard.

Per coach Lovie Smith, Jordan injured his ankle in Sunday's 16-9 loss to Denver, Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network reports.

Jordan was questionable coming into the game due to an ankle injury, but it's unclear whether this ankle injury is an aggravation of the previous one. The second-year tight end caught two of four targets for three yards while he was in the game. More updates on Jordan's status should surface before the Texans take on the Bears in Week 3.

Jordan (ankle) is active for Sunday's Week 2 clash against the Broncos.

The second-year tight end will therefore be available after getting a pair of limited practices in this past week. Despite a quiet Week 1 in which he saw fellow tight end O.J. Howard steal the spotlight with two touchdown receptions, Jordan's presence is valuable for what shapes up as an all-hands-on-deck game for the Texans offense against a Broncos team out for redemption following a Week 1 upset at the hands of the Seahawks.

Jordan (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Reference reports.

Jordan missed practice entirely Thursday but sandwiched that absence between a pair of limited sessions. If Jordan sits out, O.J. Howard could see more opportunities to run routes from the tight end position while blocking specialist Pharaoh Brown should continue to lead all Houston tight ends in snaps.

Jordan (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.

Jordan was limited at Wednesday's practice, so the downgrade in participation Thursday makes his status one to monitor ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos. It's worth noting that offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton suggested to Bien-Aime earlier Thursday that the tight end was expected to play this weekend. A return to the practice field by Jordan in any capacity Friday would support that notion.

Jordan (ankle) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Jordan logged 42 of a possible 70 snaps on offense in the Texans' season opener against the Colts en route to catching one pass (on two targets) for five yards. Meanwhile, fellow TE O.J. Howard (12 snaps) caught both of his targets for 38 yards and two TDs, while Pharaoh Brown (46 snaps) caught his only target for 17 yards. As long as he's able to suit up Sunday against the Broncos, it's plausible that Jordan will see more targets this weekend, but continued involvement on the part of Brown and Howard could limit his fantasy ceiling in Week 2.

Jordan caught one of two targets for five yards in Sunday's 20-20 tie with Indianapolis in Week 1.

A Houston tight end accounted for two touchdown catches in the game, and it wasn't Jordan. Newcomer O.J. Howard showed chemistry with quarterback David Mills, hauling in touchdown strikes of 22 and 16 yards. Jordan developed into a threat over the second half of last season and was touted as a red-zone target entering 2022, but the presence of Howard could influence that plan.

Jordan secured both targets for seven yards in the Texans' 24-20 preseason win over the Rams on Friday night.

The 2021 fifth-round pick doubled up his catch total and matched his yardage tally from Saturday's preseason opener against the Saints. Jordan displayed some solid upside as a rookie on an inconsistent offense with a 20-178-3 line through nine games, and he's slated to open the 2022 season as the top tight end.

Jordan caught his only target for seven yards in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over the Saints.

Jordan was one of two listed starters at tight end alongside Pharaoh Brown, but the latter was not targeted while Jordan hauled in his only look from backup quarterback Jeff Driskel early in the second quarter. However, Jordan was later flagged for a costly offensive pass interference penalty just two plays prior to Ka'imi Fairbairn's missed 59-yard field goal attempt heading into the half. Looking ahead, Jordan should have more of an opportunity to build rapport with starting quarterback Davis Mills during the Texans' second preseason contest against the Rams after the signal caller played just two brief series Saturday.

Jordan can help the Texans fill the void at slot receiver, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

The Texans have a big-framed tight end in Pharaoh Brown, who can handle the in-line blocking assignments, so they don't necessarily need Jordan to become that. Houston head coach Lovie Smith said he can block "a little bit" -- the tight end acknowledged he has a "long way to go" as a blocker -- but the coach sees Jordan's potential in multi-tight end and fullback packages. One potential spot for the athletic Jordan is in the slot where the Texans had planned on John Metchie (illness) being the starter before his unfortunate cancer diagnosis. Whatever the coaches decide, there will be a role for Jordan, who became a go-to-target on third down and red zone situations in 2021, when he had 20 catches, 178 yards and three touchdowns over nine games.

Jordan made several big plays during Tuesday's practice session, John Harris of the Texans' official site reports.

Jordan made a couple of nice touchdown grabs, including a snag amongst three defenders. He was also featured in the Texans' two-minute drill. While Houston head coach Lovie Smith may consider Pharaoh Brown the team's starting tight end, Jordan will provide the most fantasy value from the position.

Jordan was not targeted over 27 snaps in Week 18's 28-25 loss to Tennessee.

Jordan had experienced an increase in chances over the second half of the season, but the momentum stalled over the final two weeks. He averaged four targets and scored three touchdowns over seven games between Week 8 and 16 but had just one target after that. Known more for his contributions as a receiver, Jordan took over that role from Jordan Akins, who missed Week 18 due to illness and was a healthy scratch three times following Houston's Week 10 bye. Jordan is in position to be the leading pass-catching tight end, but the Texans need to add a traditional blocker at the position.

Jordan caught his lone target for nine yards in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the 49ers.

Jordan entered the game with a combined eight catches, 11 targets and a touchdown over the previous two games, but Houston's tight ends were marginalized Sunday. The position group accounted for just two of quarterback Davis Mills' 30 targets. Jordan has been the most prolific tight end since the Texans started playing him regularly and should be the only one considered for those looking at a cheap option at the position. The rookie has three receiving touchdowns, second only to Brandin Cooks (six).

Jordan caught four of four targets for 56 yards in Sunday's 41-29 win over the Chargers.

Jordan, who was active but did not play Week 15, returned to a prominent role Week 16. Apparently, a hand injury was the reason for last week's lack of involvement. The rookie finished second on the team in yards and has eight touches (11 targets) over the last two games win which he's been on the field. Overall, he's caught 19 of 27 targets for 169 yards (8.7 YPG) with three touchdowns over seven games.

Jordan was active but did not play in Sunday's 30-16 win over the Jaguars.

Jordan was bedeviled by a hand injury all week leading up to the game, being able to log only limited practices. Jordan Akins took over as the top receiving tight end, catching two of three targets. If Jordan's healthy, he's the biggest value among Houston's tight ends. He leads the position group with three touchdowns in 2021.

Jordan (hand) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

Jordan logged limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, before sitting out Friday's session. Though he's available Sunday, it remains to be seen if the tight end's hand injury will limit his workload versus Jacksonville. The 2021 fifth-rounder is coming off a Week 14 effort in which he caught four of season-high seven targets for 26 yards and a TD in Houston's loss to Seattle. With Pharaoh Brown, Jordan Akins and Antony Auclair also in the team's Week 15 TE mix, a banged-up Jordan profiles as a speculative Week 15 fantasy lineup option.

Jordan (hand) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

After logging limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, the tight end -- who caught four of seven targets for 26 yards and a TD in a Week 14 loss to Seattle -- didn't practice Friday, so those inclined to roll the dice on Jordan in deeper fantasy formats will want to verify his status in advance of Sunday's 1:00 ET kickoff. If he's out or limited this weekend, added looks would be available for the likes of Pharaoh Brown, Jordan Akins, and Antony Auclair.

Jordan (hand) is listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report.

The rookie played through the same hand injury in Sunday's 33-17 loss to Seattle, hauling in four of seven targets for 26 yards and scoring his third TD of the year (in only six games). The scoring pace is unlikely to continue in one of the league's worst offenses, but it does seem Jordan will be one of the preferred targets for QB Davis Mills to close out the season, especially during rare trips to the red zone. Jordan should be able to play this Sunday against the Jaguars.

Jordan caught four of seven targets for 26 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-13 loss to the Seahawks.

Jordan capped the opening drive with a five-yard touchdown - his third in six games. His lack of production afterwards was disappointing considering quarterback Davis Mills threw for 331 yards on 49 attempts, and Jordan's career high in yardage remains the 41 he posted in his Week 8 debut. The rookie tight end will look to put his red-zone prowess on display in Week 15 against a Jaguars defense that has allowed five touchdowns to the position this season.

Jordan is one of five tight end options the Texans have available for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan was listed as questionable with a hand injury heading into the contest, but he is in uniform, so it remains to be seen if he might be limited in any way Sunday, or the Texans are simply mixing things up at the position, with Davis Mills back in as the team's starting QB. Also in Houston's Week 14 TE mix are Pharaoh Brown, Jordan Akins, Antony Auclair and Jeff Driskel, a context that makes Jordan a speculative fantasy option versus Seattle.

Jordan (hand) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

The 2021 fifth-rounder is available for those who need him in deeper fantasy formats, but with Pharaoh Brown and Jordan Akins also in the Texan' tight end mix, Jordan is a speculative lineup option in QB Davis Mills' return to the starting lineup.

Jordan (hand) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Jordan opened Week 14 prep with no activity Wednesday due to a hand injury, but he managed back-to-back limited sessions to close it and earn an injury designation. Assuming he gains clearance to suit up Sunday, he'll play second fiddle to starting tight end Pharoah Brown, which amounted to 11 catches (on 16 targets) for 87 yards and two touchdowns in five appearances between Weeks 8 and 13.

Jordan (hand) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday.

This marks Jordan's first on-field work of Week 14 prep, leaving him one more chance to operated in full capacity before the Texans potentially tab him with a designation for Sunday's game against the Seahawks. Through five appearances in his rookie season, he's hauled in 11 of 16 passes for 87 yards and two touchdowns, primarily working behind Pharaoh Brown.

Jordan (hand) didn't practice Wednesday.

A 2021 fifth-round pick, Jordan's NFL debut was delayed until Week 8, but he's proceed to earn between 26 and 58 percent of the offensive snaps over the last five games depending on available TE personnel for the Texans. With a 11-87-2 line on 16 targets, he's a TD-dependent option, as Pharoah Brown has settled in as the team's top tight end. Jordan likely will need to fit in some activity before week's end to have a chance to continue in his complementary role Sunday against the Seahawks.

Jordan caught two of four targets for seven yards in Sunday's 31-0 loss to Indianapolis.

The Texans once again made veteran Jordan Akins inactive for a third consecutive week, so that Jordan could be the primary receiving tight end. While Jordan's overall numbers over five games played don't jump off the page, he's scored two touchdowns and leads the tight ends in red-zone targets since becoming a regular on the active roster.

Jordan caught three of three targets for 23 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Jets.

With the Texans making Jordan Akins a healthy inactive the last two games, Jordan has taken on a larger role. The 2021 fifth-round draft pick was inactive the first seven games but has been the most productive tight end the last four weeks. That includes two touchdown receptions and position-high three red-zone targets during that run. Jordan was given a season-high 60-percent share of snaps Sunday and is trending in the right direction for a team focused on developing its young talent.

Jordan caught one of three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 22-13 win over the Titans.

With Pharaoh Brown (thigh) returning to action, the Texans made veteran Jordan Akins inactive while the rookie Jordan stayed on the active roster. The Texans appear to have shifted focus following the team's bye in Week 10. Jordan and Akins are similarly skilled tight ends, and it makes sense for Houston to get a read on the rookie from here on out.

Jordan caught two of two targets for nine yards in Sunday's 17-9 loss to the Dolphins.

A week after making his NFL debut and scoring his first touchdown, Jordan was active for the second straight week and was given more snaps (20). He played nearly as much as Jordan Akins (25 snaps) and could see more work when Houston resumes its season Week 11 after a bye this week.

Jordan (ankle) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Jordan was limited in practice Thursday, but he was cleared following a full practice Friday. Meanwhile, fellow tight end Pharaoh Brown has been ruled out for a second consecutive week due to a thigh injury. Jordan took advantage of Brown's absence last week to score a touchdown in his NFL debut, and the rookie fifth-round pick will have the opportunity to do the same against Miami will splitting work with Jordan Akins.

Jordan (ankle) was limited at practice Thursday.

Jordan was added to the Texans' Week 9 injury report Thursday so those in leagues deep enough to consider the rookie tight end will want to see how he's listed Friday. Meanwhile, Pharaoh Brown (thigh) remained sidelined during Thursday's session. His absence in Week 8 paved the way for Jordan to make his regular season-debut in this past Sunday's loss to the Rams, en route to catching three of his four targets for 41 yards and a TD.

Jordan caught three of four targets for 41 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-22 loss to the Rams.

With Pharaoh Brown (thigh) inactive, Jordan was active for the first time this season, and the rookie fifth-round draft pick showed promise. He's a better receiver than blocker, which makes him redundant to Jordan Akins, but as the Texans prepare for the future, it would make sense for them to get Jordan in the lineup and let him develop over the second half of the season.

Jordan is active for Sunday's game against the Rams, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Jordan will draw into the Texans' lineup Sunday, with Pharaoh Brown out with a thigh injury. In his NFL regular-season debut, the 2021 fifth-rounder is a speculative fantasy play, but if Jordan can hold his own as a blocker, the 6-foot-3, 245-pounder could potentially carve enough of a role in Houston's offense as the season rolls along to merit attention in deeper leagues.

Jordan (illness) isn't listed on the injury report Wednesday.

Jordan was inactive for Sunday's loss to the Patriots due to an illness, but he's absent from the injury report a few days later. The rookie fifth-round pick is still looking to make his NFL debut for the Texans.

Jordan (illness) has been listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Jordan couldn't practice Friday due to illness and that surely played a role in the decision come game-time. The 21-year-old hasn't yet made his professional debut, and his next chance to step on an NFL field for the first time will be next Sunday at Indianapolis.

Jordan (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Jordan fully participated in practice Wednesday and Thursday, but he was unable to take the field Friday due to his illness. The 21-year-old hasn't yet made his professional debut, so his absence wouldn't have a significant impact on Houston's offense.

Jordan is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

With Jordan's regular-season debut on hold, Jordan Akins and Pharaoh Brown are in line to head Houston's tight end corps Sunday, with Antony Auclair also on hand.

Jordan caught one of three targets for 11 yards in Saturday's 23-16 preseason loss to the Buccaneers.

Jordan, a 2021 fifth-round draft pick, caught three of eight targets during the preseason, make one catch in all three games. He and Jordan Akins are considered the pass-catching tight ends with YAC potential and subpar blocking. The Texans are expected to be a run-first team, but they may not be competitive enough to ground-and-pound four quarters a game. That would lead to more pass attempts and targets for guys like Jordan and Akins.

Jordan has quit running on a few plays in which he was the target, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

Jordan has been a downfield threat and YAC machine in camp, but there have been a few instances when coaches told him he needs to finish out plays, especially when he's the target for a ball that fell incomplete. Like most rookie tight ends, particularly those undersized like Jordan, he needs to work on blocking technique, but he could be a mismatch for defenses. Jordan enters Saturday's preseason opener against Green Bay as last on the tight end depth chart, but he's expected to get some run. It appears Jordan Akins (leg) may not participate.