Dare Ogunbowale Injury News & Updates

Ogunbowale played 13 of the Texans' 80 snaps on offense and finished with a nine-yard rush and an eight-yard reception in Sunday's 26-15 win over the 49ers.

The Texans' special-teams captain, Ogunbowale is a staple of Houston's kick-coverage units, but he occasionally makes cameos on offense as a passing-down back. However, unless the Texans are without both of Nick Chubb and Woody Marks in a given week, Ogunbowale is unlikely to see enough snaps to warrant attention in fantasy circles. Through seven games, Ogunbowale has carried three times for 18 yards and has recorded three receptions for 25 yards on four targets.

Ogunbowale played on special teams only in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Jaguars.

This was the first time in three games that Ogunbowale did not get on the field with the offense. That, despite him being one of only three backs activated for the game. Houston is still without lead back Joe Mixon (foot), but only Nick Chubb and Woody Marks are benefitting. Neither Ogunbowale nor Dameon Pierce -- inactive for a second straight week -- have a meaningful role on offense.

Ogunbowale was on the field for 10 offensive snaps but did not have a carry nor was targeted in Monday's 20-19 loss to Tampa Bay in Week 2.

The Texans made Dameon Pierce inactive for the contest, but Ogunbowale did not benefit in any meaningful way. Instead, it was rookie Woody Marks (13 snaps) taking on a larger role. Ogunbowale remains an important special teams contributor for the Texans.

Ogunbowale had two carries for nine yards, caught both of his targets for 17 yards and lost a fumble in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Rams in Week 1.

The lost fumble is all anyone will remember from Ogunbowale's day. It came late in the fourth quarter with the Texans inside the Los Angeles 20-yard line, and it was the team's final offensive play of the game. Ogunbowale had the ball punched from his arms and then the Rams killed the clock. It was just the third fumble (second one lost) in nine NFL seasons. On a positive note, his 17 snaps were the second-most in the backfield behind Nick Chubb (32) and ahead of Dameon Pierce (seven) and Woody Marks (seven). Pierce is still considered the second back, but the way the game unfolded led to Ogunbowale, Houston's third-down back, being on the field more often.

Ogunbowale is expected to earn a roster spot in the initial 53-man roster projection compiled by DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com.

This is not shocking news, as Ogunbowale has organizational history on his side. He's filled a third-down role for the last three seasons in Houston and served on special teams. He's even been used as an emergency kicker. There could be an early-season bump in activity if Joe Mixon (ankle) opens the regular season on the non-football injury list.

The Texans re-signed Ogunbowale to a one-year, $2 million deal Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

The 30-year-old from Wisconsin will remain with the Texans after spending the last three seasons in Houston. Ogunbowale provides the team with a reliable third-down back, catching 41 of his 61 targets for 320 yards and one touchdown over 46 regular-season games since 2022, while also contributing on special teams. He's likely to play a similar role in 2025, serving as the Texans' No. 3 running back behind Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce.

Ogunbowale had two carries for minus-3 yards and caught two of three targets for 26 yards in Sunday's 23-14 win over the Titans in Week 18.

Ogunbowale played 12 snaps, which is a normal workload for the third-string back when all hands are healthy. Starter Joe Mixon was limited to one series while Dameon Pierce took up the bulk of playing time in the regular-season finale. Ogunbowale finished the regular season with 30 carries for 112 yards and 19 receptions (28 targets) for 198 yards and a touchdown catch over 17 games.

Ogunbowale did not have a carry and went untargeted over 13 snaps in Sunday's 32-27 loss to Tennessee in Week 12.

Ogunbowale was the lone running back not named Joe Mixon to see time on offense, as Dameon Pierce worked on special teams only. That doesn't suggest Ogunbowale is the top backup to Mixon; Pierce would be the lead back in case Mixon was injured or unavailable.

Ogunbowale caught his lone target for 11 yards in Monday's 34-10 victory over Dallas on Monday.

Ogunbowale was limited to a season-low eight snaps, as Houston's offense featured a lot of Joe Mixon (22 touches, four targets). With Dameon Pierce's return from a two-game absence, Ogunbowale was back to third on the depth chart, although he got more snaps (eight) than Pierce (four). The catch was Ogunbowale's first in six weeks.

Ogunbowale had one carry for 11 yards in Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Lions in Week 10.

Ogunbowale once again served as the top backup to Joe Mixon, as Dameon Pierce (hamstring) missed a second straight contest. It was the sixth game overall that Pierce has been inactive due to injury. Ogunbowale was on the field for 15 snaps, as Mixon once again dominated backfield playing time. Since Mixon returned from an injury Week 6, Ogunbowale has six rushes for 28 yards and failed to catch any of five targets.

Ogunbowale is expected to serve as the top backup to Joe Mixon in Week 10, as Dameon Pierce (hamstring) has been ruled out of Sunday night's game against the Lions.

Pierce will miss a second consecutive week, ceding the depth spots in the backfield to Ogunbowale and J.J. Taylor. There may not be much for either back to do, unless Mixon sustains an injury; in Week 9's loss to the Jets, Ogunbowale and Taylor combined for four touches and three targets (no catches).

Ogunbowale had one carry for minus-1 yards and failed to catch any of his three targets in Thursday's 21-13 loss to the Jets.

Ogunbowale was Houston's top backup at running back but did little in his 29 offensive snaps. With a healthy Joe Mixon, no backup would be expected to do much on the ground, but it was as a receiver where Ogunbowale could have made an impression. However, Houston's offensive line allowed pressure to quarterback C.J. Stroud, which made for a disjointed passing attack.

Ogunbowale could serve as the top backup in Thursday's game against the Jets, as Dameon Pierce (groin) did not practice for a second straight day Tuesday.

Ogunbowale would move up the depth chart if Pierce is unable to heal in time for Week 9. The short week doesn't help. Ogunbowale filled in earlier this season when both Pierce and starter Joe Mixon missed time, with his high-water mark coming in Week 5's win over Buffalo when he had 21 touches. That kind of volume is not expected with Mixon in top form, but the short week could present opportunities for Ogunbowale, who already has more touches and targets than he did all last season.

Ogunbowale had one carry for four yards and failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 23-20 win over Indianapolis in Week 8.

Ogunbowale was limited to one touch and one target for a second straight week. Ogunbowale did see more time on the field than Dameon Pierce, but both backs have cameos, as Joe Mixon continues to dominate Houston's backfield.

Ogunbowale had one carry for six yards and failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Packers in Week 7.

Ogunbowale (15 snaps) and Dameon Pierce (seven snaps, two carries) were barely involved in what was the second game back from injury for starter Joe Mixon (42 snaps). With both Mixon and Pierce back from injuries, Ogunbowale is not needed much as a runner, but his third-down duties keeps him relevant, although not so much for fantasy managers.

Ogunbowale became the undisputed third running back on the depth chart, following Houston's decision to trade Cam Akers to the Vikings.

The Texans suddenly found themselves with a deep backfield following the returns of Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce in Week 6, so it made sense to jettison some of that depth. Ogunbowale, who was on the field more than Akers last week, is seen as more of a receiving threat and provides greater versatility off the bench. The 30-year-old Ogunbowale could emerge with an even bigger role as the No. 2 back behind Mixon; Pierce, who struggled in 2023, the first season in a new scheme under a new coaching regime, still needs to prove his worth.

Ogunbowale rushed two times for eight yards in Sunday's 41-21 win over New England in Week 6.

As expected, Ogunbowale (18 snaps) experienced a drop in playing time and touches with the returns of both Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce. Ogunbowale, who operates as a pass-catching back on third downs, was on the field more than Cam Akers (two snaps).

Ogunbowale rushed 15 times for 30 yards and caught six of seven targets for 57 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Bills.

Ogunbowale got a look as the lead back with Houston looking to get its running game going in the absence of Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring). While Ogunbowale performed well as a pass catcher, Cam Akers was the team's most effective option on the ground, turning his nine carries into 42 yards and a touchdown. Ogunbowale's slow day as a rusher included being stuffed on fourth-and-1 in the red zone when the Texans were looking to build on an early 14-3 lead. Even if Mixon or Pierce are cleared to return in Week 6 against the Patriots, Ogunbowale should continue to play in passing situations, but he's unlikely to get so many opportunities on the ground again.

Ogunbowale caught all four of his targets for 47 yards and a touchdown and added two carries for seven yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Jaguars.

The veteran depth RB had his most productive day as a pass-catcher since he posted a 5-54 line on seven targets in Week 7 of the 2022 campaign, and Ogunbowale got to play hero Sunday by catching a one-yard TD from C.J. Stroud late in the fourth quarter for the game-winning score. Ogunbowale's increased role on offense came with Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) both sidelined, and he could return to being primarily a special-teams contributor in Week 5 against the Bills if either or both injured backs are able to rejoin the lineup.

Ogunbowale caught both his targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 34-7 loss to Minnesota in Week 3.

Ogunbowale served as the top backup with both Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) inactive. Cam Akers was the top back, while Houston also had British Brooks (three snaps) and J.J. Taylor (10) active for the game.

Ogunbowale has two carries for three yards and caught both targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears in Week 2.

Ogunbowale took a back seat to Cam Akers, who was the primary beneficiary of Dameon Pierce's hamstring injury. While Ogunbowale out-snapped Akers (20-13), the latter had more touches (8-4). Akers also had a conspicuous fumble in the red zone as the Texans were preparing to make it a two-touchdown lead late in the fourth quarter. Pierce's injury, plus the ankle injury Joe Mixon played through Sunday, should make Houston's backfield something to monitor heading into Week 3's road matchup in Minnesota.

Ogunbowale caught his lone target for three yards in Sunday's 29-27 win over Indianapolis in Week 1.

Ogunbowale (13 snaps) and Dameon Pierce (nine) were the top backups to starter to Joe Mixon, who had a monster debut in Houston with 30 carries, 159 yards and a touchdown over 59 snaps. Behind Mixon, there was some uncertainty about the pecking order, but it looks like Cam Akers (inactive) is out for the moment and British Brooks played special teams only.

Ogunbowale rushed three times for 10 yards and a touchdown in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over Steelers.

The Texans couldn't get much going with their run game, but Ogunbowale had an easy four-yard scamper for a score. He was the second back in the game following Dameon Pierce, who started in place of Joe Mixon (quadriceps). That suggests Ogunbowale will be Houston's third back to start the season.

Ogunbowale had three carries for 14 yards and caught both targets for 21 yards in Thursday's 21-17 preseason loss to the Bears.

Ogunbowale got the starting assignment Thursday, as Joe Mixon (quadriceps) and Dameon Pierce (coach's decision) were held out of the lineup. Given his experience in the system and work on special teams, Ogunbowales should be considered the leader for the third spot on the depth chart.

Ogunbowale re-signed with the Texans on a one-year deal on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

After stints in Washington, Tampa Bay and Jacksonville, Ogunbowale will enter his third straight season in Houston. Primarily used on offense as a third-down back, the journeyman tallied 53 total yards in 2023, while also notably converting on a 29-yard field goal attempt. He will presumably compete for the No. 3 spot on the running back depth chart behind Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce.

Ogunbowale had two carries for seven yards and caught his lone target for 13 yards in Houston's 34-10 playoff loss to Baltimore last Saturday. He finished the 2023 season with eight carries for 35 yards and two catches on seven targets for 18 yards.

Ogunbowale eventually became the No. 2 back behind Devin Singletary, surpassing Dameon Pierce, who struggled all season. Had Singletary gotten hurt at any point leading up to the postseason, perhaps the rotation might have been different. Ogunbowale, who enters the offseason as an unrestricted free agent, has been a valuable depth piece and special-teams regular since joining the Texans ahead of the 2022 season. He's returned kickoffs, served as a coverage specialist and kicked a field goal as the emergency kicker in the Week 9 win over Tampa Bay. The organization will likely want him back for 2024.

Ogunbowale played 16 of 56 snaps on offense, and carried twice for seven yards and hauled in one of his two targets for a four-yard reception in Sunday's 30-6 loss to the Jets.

Both of Ogunbowale's targets and carries came in Houston's final two offensive possessions, when the team was trailing by three touchdowns. In more competitive contests, Ogunbowale's playing time will likely be contained mostly to special teams, while Devin Singletary and Dameon Pierce dominate the snaps at running back.

Ogunbowale successfully converted a 29-yard field-goal attempt in Sunday's 39-37 win over Tampa Bay in Week 9.

Ogunbowale was pressed into duty as a kicker when Ka'imi Fairbairn was unable to play in the second half due to a hamstring injury. He handled kickoffs, and the field goal gave Houston a 33-30 lead, but Ogunbowale was not given an opportunity to kick extra points. Houston went for two points on all four second-half touchdowns. If Fairbairn's injury lingers, the Texans are likely to add a traditional placekicker over using Ogunbowale.

Ogunbowale was inactive for Week 4 against Baltimore.

Ogunbowale watched in street clothes for a second consecutive week and third time in four weeks. Mike Boone has assumed the No. 3 back role for the Texans.

Ogunbowale (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Ogunbowale made his season debut with the Texans in Week 2 after Mike Boone was a healthy scratch. Those roles will be reversed in Week 3, with Boone likely to serve as the Texans' third back on the depth chart.

Ogunbowale had two carries for four yards in Sunday's 31-20 loss to Indianapolis in Week 2.

Ogunbowale made his season debut after being inactive Week 1. He took the active spot that Mike Boone had last week and operated as the third back behind Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary. One of Ogunbowale's carries came in the red zone.

Ogunbowale (hamstring) was a full participant in practice Wednesday.

Ogunbowale was unable to suit up for the team's season opener due to the injury; however, now that he's healthy, he'll have a chance to play Week 2 against the Colts. With Dameon Pierce, Devin Singletary and Mike Boone all ahead of him on the team's positional depth chart though, it's possible the Wisconsin product could be a healthy inactive.

Ogunbowale (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against Baltimore.

Ogunbowale has been dealing with a hamstring injury that forced the running back to miss Houston's last two preseason games. This leaves Dameon Pierce, Devin Singletary and Mike Boone in the Texans' backfield ahead of Sunday's contest.

Ogunbowale (hamstring) is listed as questionable Friday for Sunday's game at Baltimore.

After being limited at practice Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Ogunbowale will officially enter Houston's game in Week 1 with a questionable designation. Devin Singletary and Mike Boone will be the Texans' only depth at running back behind Dameon Pierce if Ogunbowale is forced to miss time.

Ogunbowale (undisclosed) practiced Monday after missing Houston's final two preseason games, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

It's an encouraging sign for his potential availability for Sunday's game at Baltimore. When healthy, Ogunbowale figures to compete with Devin Singletary for work on obvious passing downs in 2023.

Ogunbowale didn't appear in Saturday's preseason loss to the Dolphins due to an undisclosed injury, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Ogunbowale was banged up during joint practices with the Dolphins this week and was unavailable for the Texans' second preseason matchup. His final chance to suit up before the start of the regular season will be Sunday against the Saints, although his status for that game isn't yet clear.

Ogunbowale had 11 carries for 33 yards and caught five of six targets for five yards in Sunday's 32-31 win over the Colts in Week 18.

Ogunbowale led all running backs in yards in what was his most productive game since becoming a regular in the rotation Week 12. Houston finished out the season with Ogunbowale, Royce Freeman and Rex Burkhead in the backfield following the season-ending ankle injury to Dameon Pierce. There's zero chance any of the three will challenge a healthy Pierce for the top spot in 2023. Of the three, only Ogunbowale has a contact for next season. Adding to the dynamic, the Texans fired head coach Lovie Smith, so there should be many changes to an underwhelming offense come September.

Ogunbowale had seven carries for 21 yards and caught two of three targets for four yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to Jacksonville in Week 17.

Ogunbowale was on the injury report all week with a knee injury, but he was available to play 26 snaps in the loss. He and Royce Freeman (30 snaps) were co-leaders in the backfield and should be once again Week 18 against Indianapolis.

Ogunbowale (knee) is officially active for Sunday's game versus the Jaguars.

The 28-year-old is dealing with a knee injury and practiced as a limited participant Thursday and Friday, but he's been cleared to take the field for Sunday's divisional contest. Ogunbowale should again work as the top backup to Royce Freeman with Dameon Pierce (ankle) lost for the season.

Ogunbowale (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Jaguars.

Ogunbowale showed up on the Texans' injury report Thursday as limited by a knee issue and maintained that activity level and listing to wrap up Week 17 prep. If he avoids inactive status Sunday, he'll continue to work behind Royce Freeman as the team's No. 2 running back with Dameon Pierce (ankle) out for the season, which so far has resulted in 16 carries for 42yards and no targets over the last two games.

Ogunbowale was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's practice with a knee injury.

While Dameon Pierce (ankle) has been sidelined for the past two games with a season-ending injury, Ogunbowale has worked ahead of Rex Burkhead as the No. 2 option in the backfield behind Royce Freeman. Ogunbowale has logged eight carries and no targets in both of those contests, totaling a meager 42 yards on his 16 totes. The knee injury now threatens his ability to maintain the modest role he's held the past two weeks in Sunday's game against Jacksonville, though Ogunbowale can put to rest any concerns about his health by practicing in some capacity Friday.

Ogunbowale rushed the ball eight times for 28 yards in Saturday's 19-14 win over the Titans.

Ogunbowale served as the change of pace back behind Royce Freeman in Houston's backfield. He wasn't able to muster much production, as his longest rush of the day went for only eight yards. Notably, Ogunbowale also wasn't targeted for the second consecutive game, a dent to his already minimal utility for fantasy purposes.

Ogunbowale rushed eight times for 14 yards and did not draw a target in the Texans' 30-24 overtime loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

Ogunbowale was outpaced by practice-squad callup Royce Freeman by three carries and 37 yards in the Texans' first game without Dameon Pierce (IR-ankle). The lack of usage in the air attack was also somewhat curious, considering both Ogunbowale's well-established track record as a receiver and Kansas City's propensity for allowing production through the air to running backs. Given the solid 4.6 yards per carry Freeman churned out Sunday, it's likely a similar pecking order holds for a Week 16 divisional road matchup against the Titans on Saturday afternoon.

Ogunbowale is in line for more work Sunday against the Chiefs with Dameon Pierce (ankle) ruled out.

Ogunbowale is one of two healthy running backs on the Texans' active roster, the other being Rex Burkhead, while Gerrid Doaks and Royce Freeman are candidates to be elevated from the practice squad. Considering their respective careers to this point, Burkhead may be the best bet for runs between the tackles, but Ogunbowale's pass-catching chops may result in a fantasy-relevant Week 15. Overall, Ogunbowale has averaged 7.7 yards on 71 catches across six seasons, supplementing a modest mark of 3.5 yards per carry.

Ogunbowale had one carry for minus-3 yards and caught both of his targets for four yards in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Cowboys in Week 14.

Ogunbowale had 18 snaps, the most of any back not named Dameon Pierce, who left late in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury. After Pierce left, the coaching staff went with Rex Burkhead (five snaps) over Ogunbowale or Eno Benjamin (eight snaps). If Pierce is unable to play next Sunday against Kansas City, Ogunbowale is in line for more playing time.

Ogunbowale had two carries for eight yards and caught two of three targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 27-14 loss to the Browns in Week 13.

With Rex Burkhead (concussion) inactive, Ogunbowale moved up the depth chart to become the top backup for Dameon Pierce. He's been used in spots this season, mostly has a pass catcher, but is more known as a special teamer. Eno Benjamin, claimed off waivers from the Cardinals three weeks ago, made his Houston debut played just four snaps and did not receive a touch or a target. Benjamin has more of a track record than Ogunbowale, so he could eventually become the primary backup once the coaches feel he has a grasp of the offense.

Ogunbowale had four carries for 14 yards, caught one of two targets for six yards and had a three-yard rushing touchdown in Sunday's 30-15 loss to the Dolphins in Week 12.

The Texans continued a trend of poor first halves, falling behind 30-0 and putting a damper on Dameon Pierce's day (five carries, eight yards). That meant more playing time for Ogunbowale and Rex Burkhead, who eventually left with a head injury. When all is going right, which is rare for Houston's offense, Pierce gets the bulk of the rushing opportunities. If Burkhead misses time, Ogunbowale or the recently claimed Eno Benjamin (inactive Sunday) would become the top backup.

Ogunbowale caught is lone target for five yards and played four snaps in Sunday's 23-10 loss to Washington in Week 11.

Ogunbowale has been given a few touches over the last several weeks, but he could return to special teams duty only once the recently claimed Eno Benjamin is ready to play.

Ogunbowale (foot) was listed as a full participant on the Texans' injury report Thursday.

Ogunbowale played his usual supplementary role Week 10 against the Giants, but he was surprisingly sidelined with a foot injury during practice Wednesday. While it's unclear with this issue first arose, the running back appears to have worked past this issue and should be available for Sunday's game against the Commanders. Ogunbowale had begun to see playing time behind Dameon Pierce and Rex Burkhead over the last four weeks, though he could revert back to an exclusive role on special teams after Houston claimed running back Eno Benjamin off waivers Tuesday.

Ogunbowale (foot) was listed as a non-participant on the Texans' injury report Wednesday.

Ogunbowale caught one pass while playing three of his 23 total snaps on offense against the Giants in Week 10, though he appears to have come away with a foot injury following this loss. Unless he increases his practice activity Thursday or Friday, the 28-year-old will likely be at risk of missing his first game of the season Sunday versus the Commanders. Ogunbowale recorded 43 rushes for 137 yards and a touchdown over 17 contests with Jacksonville last year, though he's primarily played on special teams over his first nine games with Houston.

Ogunbowale caught his lone target for 13 yards and did not have a carry in Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Giants in Week 10.

Ogunbowale played just four offensive snaps and been on the field eight times on offense over the last games. That follows a spasm of activity in the Week 7 loss to the Raiders, when he had six touches. At the time, head coach Lovie Smith indicated Ogunbowale's usage was an effort to provide a spark, and it's looking like a one-game thing. Houston has a thin backfield -- just three running backs -- so Ogunbowale is an injury away from more significant playing time.

Ogunbowale played three snaps on offense and caught his lone target for no gain in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Titans.

One week after Ogunbowale had a carry and seven targets (five catches), he received minimal opportunities Week 8. Houston head coach Lovie Smith indicated the back's usage in Week 7 was an attempt to provide a spark for the offense, so Ogunbowale's role does not appear to be on the ascent, although an offense that gained just 161 yards -- 90 on its final drive -- against an average Tennessee defense looked like it was in need of a spark.

Ogunbowale had one carry for eight yards and caught five of seven targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Raiders in Week 7.

Ogunbowale, normally a special teams regular, made his biggest impact of the season on offense. The Texans featured him on their final drive -- that's when he had all of his touches and targets -- in what Houston head coach Lovie Smith described to Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle as "trying to find a spark." Smith didn't insinuate that Rex Burkhead, who has been the primary pass catcher out of the backfield, was lacking in any way, but it is interesting to see Ogunbowale's cameo appearance. The 28-year-old back has been primarily a special teams ace during his time in Washington, Tampa Bay, Jacksonville and now with Houston.

Ogunbowale caught is lone target for eight yards in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over New Orleans.

Ogunbowale is on the bubble in a competition with Royce Freeman to become the fourth running back, which the Texans usually carry, but that he had zero carries while Freeman was handed 12 is not a good sign. It's not a given the team rosters four running backs; Houston may designate that spot for a fullback, particularly if there's a player at another position they'd rather retain.

The Texans have signed Ogunbwale to a two-year, $3.3 million deal, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Ogunbowale joins a Texans running back corps that is in transition. Once the dust settles after free agency and the draft, however, we'll have a better read on Ogunbowale's role in 2022, but either way the 27-year-old gives Houston's backfield some needed depth.

Ogunbowale had 11 carries for 30 yards and caught three of six targets for 25 yards during Sunday's 26-11 win over the Colts.

Ogunbowale played 68 percent of the offensive snaps and led Jacksonville's backfield with 14 touches, though Ryquell Armstead out-produced him with 11 touches for 62 yards. Ogunbowale took on a larger role down the stretch following injuries to James Robinson (Achilles) and Carlos Hyde (concussion), and he finished 2021 with 43 carries for 137 yards and one touchdown to go along with 13 catches for 114 yards and another score. The 27-year-old will enter next season as an unrestricted free agent and likely will end up battling for a roster spot in training camp wherever he lands.

Ogunbowale rushed nine times for 36 yards and caught both his targets for 32 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 50-10 loss to the Patriots.

Ogunbowale was unable to find much success through most of the afternoon, though he salvaged the day for fantasy managers with a 28-yard touchdown catch-and-run on a screen pass in garbage time. He mostly split backfield work with Ryquell Armstead, who had seven touches, but neither back found much success prior to the touchdown. Ogunbowale should operate as Jacksonville's top tailback again in Week 18, but he has a limited ceiling in a tough matchup versus Indianapolis.

Ogunbowale rushed 17 times for 57 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-21 loss to the Jets. He added two catches on four targets for 15 yards after taking over as the lead back for the injured James Robinson (Achilles).

Robinson reportedly suffered a partial tear of his Achilles, per Michael DiRocco of ESPN. That injury will almost certainly sideline Robinson for the remainder of the season, so Ogunbowale should continue to work as Jacksonville's lead back in Week 17 against the Patriots and Week 18 against the Colts. Ogunbowale made the most of his opportunity in this one, finding the end zone from one yard out in the fourth quarter for his first touchdown in two seasons as a member of the Jaguars.

Ogunbowale had one carry for one yard and caught one of two targets for five yards during Sunday's 30-16 loss to the Texans.

Ogunbowale served as Jacksonville's No. 2 tailback with Carlos Hyde (concussion) sidelined, and he was minimally involved in the offense. James Robinson should continue to operate as the workhorse back if he can stay healthy.

Ogunbowale caught two of three targets for five yards during Sunday's 20-0 loss to the TItans.

It's the first time since Week 9 that Ogunbowale received a touch or played more than one offensive snap. The 27-year-old remains a non-factor in Jacksonville's offense and mostly contributes on special teams.

Ogunbowale had one carry four one yard and caught his lone target for four yards during Sunday's 9-6 win over the Bills.

Starter James Robinson (ankle) was inactive for Sunday's contest, but Ogunbowale played only eight offensive snaps while Carlos Hyde dominated Jacksonville's backfield reps. There would need to be a significant shakeup in the Jaguars' backfield in order for Ogunbowale to enter fantasy relevance.

Ogunbowale had two carries for nine yards and caught his lone target for nine yards during Sunday's 31-7 loss at Seattle.

Ogunbowale played a season-high 15 offensive snaps with James Robinson (ankle) exiting early Sunday, while Carlos Hyde dominated the snaps and backfield touches the rest of the way. Robinson is considered day-to-day and appears to have avoided a serious injury, but Ogunbowale would still only be in line for a change-of-pace role if Hyde were forced to be the fill-in starter.

Ogunbowale carried the ball twice for six yards and caught two of three targets for eight yards in Sunday's preseason win over the Cowboys.

The Jaguars helpfully made it very clear what their backfield pecking order looks like in the team's preseason finale, as James Robinson worked the first two series of the game and Carlos Hyde got the third (and Trevor Lawrence's last), before Ogunbowale took over for the rest of the first half. Barring another injury ahead of him on the depth chart like the one that ended the season of Travis Etienne (foot), Ogunbowale could once again see more snaps on special teams than he does on offense.

Ogunbowale signed his tender with the Jaguars on Monday, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.

Ogunbowale played a fairly notable depth role behind James Robinson last season, but with just 199 scrimmage yards across 14 games, he wasn't a significant factor for fantasy purposes. With the offseason addition of Carlos Hyde, Ogunbowale's path to offensive touches has only gotten more crowded.

Ogunbowale had 14 carries for 50 yards and caught four of seven targets for 22 yards during Sunday's 28-14 loss to the Colts.

The 26-year-old played all but two offensive snaps in the absence of workhorse James Robinson (ankle). Ogunbowale spent most of the season working in a passing-down role with minimal production, but he was the lead tailback for the final two games of the season and rushed 28 times for 121 yards while catching seven passes for 29 yards in those contests. He's set to be an exclusive rights free agent in 2021 and could remain in Jacksonville, though he'd revert to a reserve role with Robinson back in the mix.

Ogunbowale is expected to remain the Jaguars' starting running back Week 17 against the Colts after head coach Doug Marrone said Wednesday that James Robinson (ankle) would miss a second straight contest, John Oesher of Jacksonville's official site reports.

Heading into Sunday's 41-17 loss to the Bears, the Jaguars' plans at running back sans Robinson weren't fully known, but Ogunbowale -- who had previously been mostly limited to a passing-down role -- emerged as the team's clear lead option. Ogunbowale (39 offensive snaps, 17 touches) saw more work than backup Devine Ozigbo (11, two) by a large margin, and he was efficient with those opportunities, gaining 4.5 yards per touch. Jacksonville could elect to add another back to the roster to provide competition Week 17, but for the time being, Ogunbowale looks poised for another turn in the lead role to conclude the season.

Ogunbowale rushed 14 times for 71 yards, secured three of five targets for seven yards and had six kick-return yards in the Jaguars' 41-17 loss to the Bears on Sunday.

Stepping into the lead role in the backfield with James Robinson (ankle) out of action, Ogunbowale thrived with his opportunity by putting together an efficient performance on the ground. The fourth-year journeyman had logged just four carries all season prior to Sunday and had never topped 11 rush attempts in any of his three previous seasons, so he was in uncharted territory in terms of workload. If the 1-14 Jaguars hold Robinson out again in Week 17 against the Colts, Ogunbowale figures to helm the ground attack again versus Indianapolis.

Ogunbowale could have an increased role Sunday against the Bears if James Robinson (ankle) is limited or unavailable, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Robinson suffered an ankle injury Week 15 and was unable to practice all week, but he's considered questionable for Sunday's contest. Ogunbowale had a season-high 25 scrimmage yards last week on only 14 offensive snaps and has played a minor offensive role most of the year. Robinson has dominated the backfield touches for Jacksonville this season, so if he's unavailable Ogunbowale could have some volume-based fantasy value.

Ogunbowale had two carries for 17 yards and caught his lone target for eight yards during Sunday's 40-14 loss to the Ravens.

The 26-year-old broke off a 17-yard carry in the closing minutes of the contest but was otherwise minimally involved in the offense. Starter James Robinson exited late due to an ankle injury, and Ogunbowale would be the likely beneficiary should Robinson be sidelined or limited Week 16 against the Bears.

Ogunbowale rushed twice for seven yards and failed to catch two targets during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings.

The two carries is hardly significant in the big picture, but it's still notable given it's Ogunbowale's first carries of the season, and also the first time a running back besides James Robinson has received a carry since Week 9. Ogunbowale was the only running back behind Robinson to play any offensive snaps, so he appears to have secured the No. 2 job in the backfield, not that there's any fantasy potential in that role.

Ogunbowale (hand) was a full participant during the Jaguars' practice session Thursday.

After garnering a season-high 13 offensive snaps in Jacksonville's preceding matchup against Pittsburgh, Ogunbowale was deemed unavailable to face the Browns in Week 12. He collected 35 receptions for 286 yards along with 11 rushes for 17 yards and two TDs last year as a Buccaneer, but thus far in 2020, Ogunbowale has been seldom deployed. He's touched the ball just once on offense this season, as undrafted rookie James Robinson continues to dominate the RB workshare.

Ogunbowale (hand) is inactive for Sunday's game against Cleveland.

Ogunbowale was considered questionable with the hand injury but will be unavailable for Sunday's contest. Devine Ozigbo will operate as Jacksonville's secondary running back, though James Robinson should once again dominate the backfield work.

Ogunbowale (hand) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Ogunbawale played a season-high 13 snaps on offense last week and was targeted twice. If he's unable to play Sunday, it'll mainly affect the depth behind bell cow James Robinson. Both Devine Ozigbo and Nathan Cottrell stand to benefit if Ogunbowale sits out.

Ogunbowale caught one of two targets for five yards and had two tackles during Sunday's 24-20 loss at Green Bay.

The 26-year-old saw additional offensive snaps and had his first touch of the season with Chris Thompson (back) leaving early with injury, but James Robinson still dominated the backfield work for Jacksonville. Ogunbowale could see sporadic chances as the passing-down back should Thompson miss time, but he's unlikely to be much of a factor in the offense regardless.

Ogunbowale fielded six offensive snaps with no touches, also collecting two tackles on 21 special-teams snaps during Sunday's 39-29 loss to the Chargers.

Ogunbowale is yet to garner an offensive touch in his debut campaign with the Jaguars, after logging 35 receptions and 11 rushes for a total of 303 scrimmage yards last year in Tampa Bay. So far in 2020, James Robinson has dominated the RB workload by fielding 107 of the position's 113 carries. Barring an injury on the depth chart ahead of him, Ogunbowale seems destined for extremely limited offensive usage.

Ogunbowale (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Leonard Fournette and Ogunbowale essentially swapped franchises earlier this month, as the former landed in Tampa Bay while the latter headed to Jacksonville after they were waived by the respective organizations. Unlike Fournette before him in Jacksonville, Ogunbowale won't be in line for nearly as substantial of a role, with most of the reps he earns coming in obvious passing situations. So long as Chris Thompson is healthy and available, however, Ogunbowale may become a fixture on the inactive list, as he's somewhat redundant as a second pass-catching back.

Ogunbowale has officially been signed to Jacksonville's active roster, Hays Carlyon of 1010 AM WJXL Jacksonville reports.

Ogunbowale was the odd man out in Tampa Bay following the acquisition of Leonard Fournette, but he'll end up catching on with Fournette's old team less than a week after his release. The Jacksonville backfield was in dire need of assistance, as Ryquell Armstead remains on the COVID list, and the team placed Devine Ogzigbo (hamstring) on the injured reserve early Thursday morning. It's unclear what type of role Ogunbowale will have Week 1 against Indianapolis, as his skill set mostly mirrors that of current projected No. 2 back Chris Thompson. Ogunbowale also saw regular work on special teams last season as a member of the Bucs.

The Jaguars are on track to sign Ogunbowale, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

If the move happens as expected, Ogunbowale would provide the team with added backfield/special-teams depth. Ogunbowale carved out a third-down role with the Bucs last season, and it's possible that he could earn touches in Jacksonville's brewing backfield committee once he's up to speed with the team's offense.

Ogunbowale, who is part of a crowded running back depth chart, is trusted by the coaching staff to handle a variety of responsibilities and isn't intimidated by the competition, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports. "That's kind of the way I've been, the story of my career," Ogunbowale said Sunday. "I've always been in competition. That's the way it's always been. I see everything as a competition. Us bringing in more running backs, that's just more people to compete with. Even before that, I had competition

Ogunbowale's pass-catching skills were on display last season when he evolved into the primary third-down back, as he secured 35 of 46 targets for 286 yards. However, that was far from Ogunbowale's only role, as he also carried 11 times and recorded a pair of rushing touchdowns, amassed 223 kick-return yards and logged 317 special-teams snaps overall as one of the captains of the unit. The multiple responsibilities clearly speak to how much trust the coaching staff has in Ogunbowale, but he's facing some talented competition in the form of seventh-round rookie Raymond Calais, who brings a distinguished resume as a returner from his college career at Louisiana-Lafayette.

Ogunbowale was one of several Buccaneers skill players to participate in a workout with Tom Brady at Berkeley Preparatory School on Tuesday, Rick Stroud and Joey Knight of the Tampa Bay Times report.

The Wisconsin product managed to carve out a steady third-down role in what was his second Buccaneers campaign in 2019, leading to a career-best 35 receptions and 286 receiving yards, as well as a pair of rushing touchdowns. With Brady's extensive history of success with pass-catching backs, it certainly behooves Ogunbowale to get as much on-field time with his new quarterback, especially during an offseason where traditional OTAs aren't an option. Additionally, Ogunbowale projects to face fierce competition for playing time -- and by extension, his roster spot -- from rookies Ke'Shawn Vaughn and Raymond Calais this summer, so it's unsurprising to see him taking the initiative of participating in any workout organized by the future Hall of Fame signal-caller.