Denico Autry Injury News & Updates
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Cleared to play Week 13
Autry (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Autry has dealt with knee issues for most of the season but is ready to roll as a rotational lineman up front for Houston. The 35-year-old has logged three tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one pass breakup across six appearances this season.
Nov 27, 2025
Doesn't practice again Thursday
Autry (knee) did not practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Autry has missed consecutive practices with a knee injury he has dealt with throughout the 2025 campaign. The rotational defensive end has one more chance to return to practice prior to Sunday's divisional matchup with the Colts.
Nov 26, 2025
Absent from practice
Autry (knee) did not participate at practice Wednesday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry has played in six consecutive contests since being activated from the reserve/PUP list in early October following a knee injury, so his appearance on the injury report Wednesday could simply be the result giving the veteran a day off. The defensive lineman will have two more chances to return to practice prior to Sunday's matchup with the Colts.
Oct 26, 2025
Good to go against 49ers
Autry (knee) is active for Sunday's game against San Francisco.
ANALYSIS
Despite not practicing Friday, Autry has been cleared to play in Week 8 after going through pregame warmups without issue. He made his 2025 regular-season debut in Week 7 against the Seahawks, when he logged two solo tackles, including 1.0 sacks, while playing 10 snaps on defense.
Oct 24, 2025
Questionable for Week 8
Autry (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Autry logged a DNP on Friday after limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, putting his Week 8 status in question. Autry made his season debut last week against the Seahawks, logging just 10 defensive snaps.
Oct 22, 2025
Still working through knee issue
Autry (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Autry was activated from the reserve/PUP list and cleared to make his 2025 debut against the Seahawks on Monday, when he logged two solo tackles, including 1.0 sacks, and a blocked field-goal attempt in a 27-19 loss. Autry is still working through the knee injury that caused him to miss the first five games of the regular season, but he'll have two more chances to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Oct 22, 2025
Makes impact in 2025 debut
Autry recorded two total tackles (both solo), including 1.0 sacks, and blocked a field-goal attempt in Monday night's 27-19 loss to the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
The veteran defensive lineman played 17 total snaps (10 on defense, seven on special teams) and made an instant impact in his regular-season debut, sacking Sam Darnold in the fourth quarter. Autry also blocked a 53-yard field-goal try from Jason Myers late in the second quarter, helping the Texans pull within one score before half time. The 35-year-old is expected to remain an key reserve defensive lineman heading into Houston's Week 8 matchup against the 49ers.
Oct 20, 2025
All set for season debut
Autry (knee) is active for Monday night's contest in Seattle.
ANALYSIS
Autry will make his regular-season debut after missing the team's first five games of the year while on the reserve/PUP list with a knee injury. The 35-year-old will operate in a depth role on the defensive line behind Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter against the Seahawks in Week 7.
Oct 20, 2025
Activated Monday
Autry (knee) was activated to the Texans' active roster Monday.
ANALYSIS
The 35-year-old began Houston's 2025 campaign on the reserve/PUP list due to a knee injury. However, he's since been activated to the Texans' active roster and has a chance to make his season debut in Monday night's matchup against the Seahawks. Autry recorded 13 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and three passes defended over 10 regular-season games in 2024. If active in Week 7, he's expected to play a reserve role on Houston's defensive line.
Oct 18, 2025
Could be back Monday
Autry (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Autry has been on the PUP list since late July as he recovered from a knee injury. He has been practicing for two full weeks, so he could be ready for his season debut Monday. Autry should have a key role along the Texans' defensive line once he gets fully ramped up.
Oct 3, 2025
Not ready to return
Autry (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Baltimore.
ANALYSIS
Autry opened the regular season on the reserve/PUP list due to lingering knee injury from the 2024 campaign. His practice window to return from the PUP list opened Wednesday, but he's not quite ready to make his 2025 debut after putting together an LP-LP-DNP practice log. Autry will have additional time to rest due to the Texans being on a bye for Week 6, which puts him in a better spot to make his regular-season debut in Week 7 against the Seahawks on Monday, Oct. 20.
Oct 1, 2025
Practice window opens
Autry (knee) was designated to return from the reserve/PUP list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
The veteran defensive lineman missed the Texans' first four games this season due to a lingering knee injury from 2024, but it now appears he'll return to the field soon. Autry appeared in 10 regular-season games for Houston last season, recording 13 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and three passes defended. He now has 21 days to be added to the active roster before reverting to IR and will likely serve as a rotational defensive end once healthy.
Sep 30, 2025
Should come off PUP this week
Autry (knee) is expected to be activated this week, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Week 5 is the first week that Autry is eligible to come off the physically unable to perform list. Once the club makes his activation official, Autry's 21-day window will begin. The veteran defensive end recorded 13 tackles and 3.0 sacks over 10 games as a backup in 2024. Autry missed six contests last season in violation of the the league's performance-enhancing drug policy.
Aug 27, 2025
Sidelined to begin season
Autry (knee) was placed on the reserve/PUP list Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Autry played through a knee injury for most of 2024, so his placement on the active/PUP list to begin training camp was viewed as a precaution. However, he'll now be forced to remain sidelined for at least the first four games of the regular season.
Jul 23, 2025
Lands on active/PUP list
Autry (knee) was placed on the active/PUP list Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The team is likely taking a precaution with the veteran as Autry played through a knee injury throughout much of last season. The 35-year-old is entering his 12th NFL season and tallied three sacks over 10 games in his first year with Houston last season. He played a rotational role on the defensive line, and will likely reprise a similar role for a largely unchanged front four.
Jan 26, 2025
Drop in production in 2024
Autry finished the 2024 regular season with 13 total tackles (eight solo), including 3.0 sacks, while also adding three passes defensed over 10 games.
ANALYSIS
Autry signed with the Texans ahead of the 2024 campaign, operating as a depth option behind Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter. Additionally, the defensive lineman was suspended for the first six games of the year for violating the NFL's policy against performance-enhancing drugs. As a result of his role and the suspension, Autry was limited to his lowest tackle total since recording 13 takedowns in 2014. The 34-year-old is under contract for one more year with Houston in 2025.
Jan 11, 2025
Will suit up in wild-card round
Autry (knee) is active for Saturday's wild-card matchup against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Autry missed Houston's regular-season finale due to a knee injury and began this week by sitting out practice. However, he upgraded to a limited session Wednesday before logging a full practice Friday and is good to go for the wild-card game against Los Angeles. When healthy this season, Autry has mostly served in a rotational role, coming off the bench in eight of his 10 contests.
Jan 9, 2025
Questionable for wild-card round
Autry (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's AFC wild-card game against the Chargers, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry appears towards being on the probable side of playing as he was a full participant in Thursday's practice. Barring any setbacks, Autry and Derek Barnett should serve as the Texans' top rotational defensive ends Saturday behind starters Will Anderson and Danielle Hunter.
Jan 8, 2025
Returns to practice Wednesday
Autry (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Autry was held out of the Texans' regular-season finale against the Titans due to a lingering knee injury. He opened this week as a DNP on Tuesday, but his ability to practice Wednesday indicates that he is progressing in his recovery and should be able to play in Saturday's AFC wild-card game against the Chargers.
Jan 8, 2025
Sits out practice
Autry (knee) did not practice Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry missed the regular-season finale against the Titans due to the injury, but he is expected to suit up for Saturday's playoff game against the Chargers. He's part of the rotation at defensive end and had 13 tackles, 3.0 sacks and three passes defensed over 10 games played during the regular season.
Jan 3, 2025
Missing Week 18
Autry (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Autry appears to have aggravated his knee injury in the Texans' Week 17 loss to the Chiefs on Christmas Day, as he played just 15 defensive snaps and was unable to practice all week. The 34-year-old absence Sunday could also be precautionary, given that the Texans have already secured the No. 4 seed in the AFC playoffs. Regardless, Dylan Horton is expected to serve as one of the Texans' top reserve defensive ends in Autry's stead.
Dec 25, 2024
Active for Christmas Day
Autry (knee) is active for Wednesday's game against Baltimore.
ANALYSIS
Autry was a limited practice participant all week due to a knee injury, but he has been cleared to play Christmas Day and will provide depth for the Texans' defensive line. Over his last seven games, Autry has tallied 13 tackles (eight solo), including 3.0 sacks, and two pass defenses.
Dec 24, 2024
Questionable, but expected to play
Autry (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Ravens but is expected to play, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry has been listed as a limited practice participant all week due to a knee injury he likely picked up in Houston's Week 16 loss to Kansas City. Autry's official status for Christmas Day may not be known until the Texans announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Derek Barnett would serve as the top backup defensive end behind starters Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson if Autry is not cleared to play.
Nov 24, 2024
Suiting up Week 12
Autry (knee) is active for Sunday's game against Tennessee.
ANALYSIS
Autry didn't practice at all this week due to a knee injury, but that won't keep him out of Sunday's matchup against his former squad. The defensive tackle has been playing around half of Houston's defensive snaps since making his Texans debut in Week 7 following a season-opening suspension. Autry's availability Sunday will help Houston's pass rush, as he has 3.0 sacks through five games on the campaign.
Nov 22, 2024
Questionable for Week 12
Autry (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Despite logging three consecutive DNPs during the Texans' week of practice, the 34-year-old still has a chance to suit up in Week 12. If Autry misses Sunday's divisional matchup, the impact would be mitigated by the return of Will Anderson. If he is able to play through his knee issue, Autry will likely serve as a rotational defensive end.
Nov 20, 2024
Unavailable for practice
Autry (knee) did not participate at the Texans' practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Autry recorded four total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding a pass defensed in the team's win over the Cowboys on Monday Night Football. He may have picked up a knee injury in the process and his status at practice the rest of the week is worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's matchup with Tennessee.
Oct 14, 2024
Reinstated Monday
Autry was reinstated from the Reserve/Suspended list Monday.
ANALYSIS
Autry will be eligible to play again after being suspended for the first six games of the season after violating the NFL's policy against performance-enhancing drugs. The Texans were granted a one-game roster exemption for the 34-year-old, who will likely contribute as a rotational pass rusher.
Oct 14, 2024
Likely returning this week
Head coach DeMeco Ryans told reporters Monday that Autry is expected to be back from his six-game suspension this week, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry inked a two-year, $20 million deal with the Texans this past offseason after posting 11.5 sacks with the Titans in 2023. After serving his six-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy against performance enhancing drugs, the first-year Texan is expected to make his 2024 debut against the Packers in Week 7. Expect Autry to serve as a rotational edge rusher behind both Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson.
Jul 29, 2024
Faces six-game suspension
Autry is slated to be suspended six games for violating the NFL's policy against performance-enhancing drugs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
As a result, Autry, who signed a two-year deal with the Texans this offseason after logging 11.5 sacks with the Titans in 2023, isn't in line to make his regular-season debut with the team until a Week 7 tilt against the Packers. The 34-year-old's looming absence thus represents a hit to Houston's pass rush out of the gate this coming season.
Mar 11, 2024
Inks deal with Texans
Autry signed a two-year, $20 million contract with the Texans, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry started his career with the Raiders before spending three seasons with the Colts followed by three with the Titans. He continues his journey across the AFC South in Houston where he projects to compete for edge reps opposite Will Anderson. The 33-year-old tallied a career-high 11.5 sacks in Tennessee during the 2023 campaign.
Jan 15, 2024
Career-high 11.5 sacks
Autry recorded 50 tackles (30 solo), 11.5 sacks, four passes defensed and two forced fumbles across 17 games with the Titans in 2023.
ANALYSIS
Autry has been a key pass rusher for the Titans since joining the team in 2021. He reached new heights in 2023, however, logging career-high marks in tackles, sacks and snaps played. Autry is set to hit free agency and could be in for one final payday as he enters his age-34 season in 2024.
Dec 19, 2023
Has another multi-sack game
Autry recorded four tackles (four solo) including two sacks in Sunday's 19-16 overtime loss versus the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Sunday's performance pushed Autry's season sack total up to 11.0, a career high for the 33-year-old defensive end. The Seahawks have actually been relatively pass-happy so far this season, so Autry could get another healthy dose of pass-rushing opportunities in Week 16.
Dec 17, 2023
Good to go versus Houston
Autry (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Autry had a limited practice session Thursday sandwiched between two DNP's, but he'll suit up for Sunday's AFC South clash. His presence is particularly welcome, with Jeffery Simmons (knee) missing his second straight game and the Titans waiving Teair Tart on Saturday. Autry has a career-high 40 tackles (25 solo), including 9.0 sacks, and two forced fumbles in 13 games in his third year in Tennessee.
Dec 13, 2023
Listed as DNP
Autry (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Autry played a key role for the Titans' pass rush in their Week 14 win over the Dolphins, especially with Jeffery Simmons (knee) out of the contest. Autry had four tackles (three solo), including a strip sack that led to a key turnover for the Tennessee defense. He's up to a career-high 40 tackles on the year, and his nine sacks also marks a career-best that he's reached twice.
Dec 4, 2023
Secures sack in loss
Autry recorded four tackles (three solo), including a sack, while also deflecting a pass and forcing a fumble in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Autry was able to get to Gardner Minshew late in the second quarter, stripping the quarterback while bringing him down, a fumble that was recovered by teammate Elijah Molden. The defensive end has compiled 18 tackles, including five sacks, while deflecting four passes along with the forced fumble over six games since the Titans' Week 7 bye week.
Oct 31, 2023
Gets sack in win
Autry recorded four tackles (one solo), including a sack in Sunday's 28-23 win over the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Autry was able to get to the quarterback for the first time since Week 4, raising his season sack total to five through seven games. The defensive lineman has made 24 tackles overall while also deflecting two passes and forcing a fumble so far in 2023.
Oct 1, 2023
Set to face Bengals
Autry (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Autry turned in two limited practices to close the week, and he'll be ready to suit up. He'll be a key part of the team's pass rush while squaring off against Joe Burrow, as Autry has at least one sack in every game this season.
Sep 29, 2023
Gets questionable tag
The Titans have listed Autry (groin) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Autry popped up on the injury report Thursday due to a groin injury. He logged consecutive limited practices to close the week. His status Sunday will likely depend on how he is feeling that morning. Kyle Peko would likely replace him at defensive end if he does not get the green light.
Sep 24, 2023
Suiting up
Autry (foot) is active Sunday against the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Autry was able to log limited practices all week while nursing the injury. His availability should be good news for the Titans' linebacker corps.
Sep 22, 2023
Questionable for Sunday at Browns
Autry (foot) was a limited participant at practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Although he's been limited, Autry practiced all of Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, so it seems like he's on the probable end of the questionable designation. If he can't play in Week 3 though, Rashad Weaver could see an increased snap count.
Sep 18, 2023
Three tackles, including sack
Autry recorded three tackles, including a sack, in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Autry was able to corral the opposing quarterback for the second straight week, raising his sack total to 2.5 on the young 2023 campaign. The defensive end has recorded at least 7.5 sacks in three consecutive seasons, but he could be set to challenge his career-high 9 sacks set in both 2018 and 2021 if he keeps up his early season production.
Sep 11, 2023
Gets to quarterback
Autry recorded five tackles and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 16-15 loss to the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Autry was pacing for a breakout season both in terms of his role and production in 2022, but knee and bicep injuries limited him to only 12 games. He played on 56 percent of snaps in Week 1 against the Saints and started his season by getting plenty of pressure on the quarterback. Autry will serve in a specialized pas-rushing role, though it's possible his workload will expand at some point this season.
Jan 3, 2023
Sheds injury designation
Autry (biceps) was listed as a full participant in Tuesday's injury report, John Glennon of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry missed Thursday's loss to the Cowboys with the injury, but it appears he'll be ready to go for Saturday's game against the Jaguars, which will determine who wins the AFC South. Autry's ability to suit up is certainly good news for the Titans and their pass rush abilities in Jacksonville.
Dec 29, 2022
Unavailable Thursday
Autry (biceps) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
With Autry sidelined due to a biceps injury, along with a plethora of fellow Tennessee linebackers either on injured reserve or inactive, Tarell Basham and Rashad Weaver figure to command the two starting outside linebacker spots Thursday night versus Dallas. The 32-year-old's next chance to see the field will now come in Week 18 against Jacksonville.
Dec 28, 2022
Unlikely to play Thursday
Autry (biceps) is doubtful for Thursday's matchup against the Jaguars, Paul Kuharsky of PaulKuharsky.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry didn't practice Monday but logged limited sessions Tuesday and Wednesday, though it appears he'll likely still be sidelined Thursday due to a biceps injury. Bud Dupree (pectoral) has already been ruled out, so if Autry is also sidelined, Tarell Basham and Rashad Weaver would be candidates for starting roles.
Dec 27, 2022
Makes impact in losing effort
Autry (biceps) recorded seven tackles (five solo), a sack, two pass defenses and a forced fumble in Saturday's Week 16 loss to the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Autry almost made a big play in the first quarter of the contest, knocking the ball away from Davis Mills as the QB neared the goal line. However, Rex Burkhead recovered the ball in the end zone for a Texans touchdown. Autry's red-zone sack of Mills in the fourth quarter ended with a more positive result, as it pushed Houston back three yards to help force a field-goal attempt. Autry appears to have suffered a biceps injury in the loss and was listed as a DNP in Monday's walkthrough, but he was back on the field in a limited capacity Tuesday, and his status is uncertain for Thursday's clash with the Cowboys.
Dec 21, 2022
Full practice participant
Autry (knee) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Titans have a lengthy injury report that includes a number of starters missing practice Wednesday, but they'll at least get one of their top defenders back in the lineup for Saturday's matchup with Houston. Autry has seven sacks and 16 QB hits in 10 appearances, giving him an outside shot at double-digit sacks even after the four-game absence.
Dec 16, 2022
Out again
Autry (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Chargers, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry will miss a fourth straight game due to a knee issue he sustained in the Titans' Week 11 win over Green Bay. Autry's absence for Week 15 leaves Rashad Weaver and Tarell Basham as the only healthy outside linebackers opposite Bud Dupree.
Dec 9, 2022
Still out
Autry (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry will miss a third straight game due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 11 against Green Bay. As long as Autry remains out, expect Mario Edwards and DeMarcus Walker to garner more snaps. However, Olasunkanmi Adeniyi, who was activated off IR ahead of Week 13, is also a candidate for increased pass-rushing opportunities while Autry is sidelined.
Dec 2, 2022
Ruled out for Week 13
Autry (knee) has been ruled out for Week 13 versus the Eagles, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry will be forced to miss a second game in a row Sunday as he continues to nurse the knee injury he suffered in Week 11 against the Packers. In his absence, Mario Edwards and DeMarcus Walker will see slightly larger workloads again in Week 13.
Nov 25, 2022
Won't play vs. Cincinnati
Autry (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Bengals, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry will miss his first game of the 2022 season as he recovers from a knee injury he sustained in Week 11 at Green Bay. In the veteran pass rusher's absence, Mario Edwards and DeMarcus Walker should see increased reps on the edge against a shaky Cincinnati offensive line.
Nov 18, 2022
Expected to miss time
Head coach Mike Vrabel said Friday that he anticipates Autry to miss time with a knee injury, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry departed Thursday's contest in Green Bay with an apparent knee injury, and he was ultimately unable to re-enter the game. While the exact severity of the 32-year-old's injury along with his recovery timeline remains uncertain, David Long, Dylan Cole and Rashad Weaver appear like Tennessee's top healthy linebackers at the moment with Harold Landry (knee), Olasunkanmi Adeniyi (neck), Chance Campbell (knee), Zach Cunningham (elbow) and Bud Dupree (hip) each dealing with injuries of their own. Luckily, the Titans now have an extended rest period before they kick things off against the Bengals in Week 12.
Nov 17, 2022
Questionable to return Thursday
Autry (knee) is questionable to return to Thursday's contest against the Packers, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry picked up a knee injury at some point during Thursday's matchup against Green Bay. If the defensive end is unable to return to action, expect Mario Edwards to see an increase in snaps.
Jan 1, 2022
Activated ahead of Week 17
Autry was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
It's big news for the Titans' defense, as Autry was one of three defensive players to be activated in time for Week 17, including fellow starter, Bud Dupree. As a result, the 31-year-old has a chance to extend his sack streak to four games against the Dolphins.
Dec 28, 2021
Hits COVID list
The Titans have placed Autry on their reserve/COVID-19 list, Jim Wyatt of the team's official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry's addition to the COVID-list is due to a positive test per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Autry will be ineligible to return until he clears the league's health and safety protocols.
Dec 10, 2021
Clears injury report Friday
Autry (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's contest against the Jaguars, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry didn't practice Thursday, but he was able to return as a full participant Friday. Through 12 appearances this season, the 31-year-old defensive tackle has recorded 19 tackles, five sacks and five pass deflections.
Dec 9, 2021
Sits out Thursday
Autry didn't practice Thursday due to a knee injury, John Glennon of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry was limited at Wednesday's practice due to the knee issue, and he was unable to take the field Thursday. The 31-year-old will need to show some improvement Friday to have a chance of suiting up this weekend versus Jacksonville.
Oct 10, 2021
Active to face Jaguars
Autry (hip) is active for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, according to Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site.
ANALYSIS
Autry was listed as questionable earlier this week due to a hip problem, but he practiced fully Friday and that was enough to clear him for this contest. He has racked up seven tackles (six solo) and 1.5 sacks through four games this season.
Sep 20, 2021
Provides pass rush
Autry logged three tackles and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's Week 2 win over Seattle.
ANALYSIS
Autry signed a sizeable contract with the Titans in the offseason, and he provided exactly what the team hoped for in this matchup. On both drives in which he sacked Russell Wilson, the Seahawks were forced to punt on the same set of downs. Autry also saw a big increase in snap rate, jumping from 43 percent in Week 1 to 69 percent in Week 2.
Mar 15, 2021
Inks three-year deal with Tennessee
Autry signed a three-year, $21.5 million contract with the Titans on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Autry spent the last three seasons with the division-rival Colts, racking up 20 sacks in that span. He'll bolster what was a lackluster pass rush for Tennessee during the 2020 campaign and should slot in to a starting defensive end role.
Dec 3, 2020
Comes off COVID-19 list
The Colts activated Autry (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Autry was limited by an illness in his return to practice Thursday, but it seems like he has a solid chance of returning from his two-game absence during Sunday's tilt against the Texans. Over his last three appearances, Autry has notched four sacks.
Nov 20, 2020
Placed on COVID-19 list
Autry (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday and won't play Sunday against the Packers, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
ANALYSIS
While teams are not required to reveal whether players put on the list have the illness or were simply in close contact with someone who did, Autry missed practice Thursday due to an illness, so the former scenario seems to be the likely one for him. If that's the case, Autry will need to remain away from the team for 10 days after receiving a negative test, meaning he'll more than likely have to miss the Week 11 clash with Tennessee as well. All we know for now, though, is that he'll sit out against Green Bay, and there have been no other COVID-19 cases reported among Colts players at this time.
Oct 18, 2020
Active Week 6
Autry (ankle) is active Week 6 against Cincinnati.
ANALYSIS
Autry will join fellow defensive end Justin Houston (hip) on the active roster, giving the Colts nine healthy defensive lineman available for the home matchup. Autry is coming off his best statistical performance of the season, racking up a season-high seven combined tackles against the Browns.
Oct 16, 2020
Practices fully, still questionable
Autry (ankle/knee) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Autry didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, and despite getting on the field without limitations Friday, he'll enter the weekend with a questionable designation. He appears on track to play, but his final status won't be revealed until 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Sep 14, 2020
Two sacks in season opener
Autry had two tackles, two sacks and two tackles for a loss in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville. Autry started at defensive end and played on 38 of the defense's 50 snaps.
ANALYSIS
Autry took over a starting role at defensive end with Kemoko Turay on the PUP list and had an immediate impact. He had the most defensive snaps of any Colts defensive lineman.
Sep 7, 2020
Listed as starting defensive end
Autry is listed as the starting defensive end opposite Justin Houston on Indianapolis' initial unofficial depth chart, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.
ANALYSIS
The Colts will likely have a rotation on the defensive line with Al-Quadin Muhammad and Ben Banogu also getting time at defensive end. Autry will also likely get time at defensive tackle as well.
Sep 6, 2020
Could start at defensive end
Autry is likely to start at defensive end opposite Justin Houston with Kemoko Turay (ankle) placed on the regular season PUP list, The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The Colts will likely have a rotation on the defensive line with Al-Quadin Muhammad and Ben Banogu also getting time at defensive end. Autry will also likely get time at defensive tackle as well. Moving outside more could result in a few more sacks. Autry had 32 tackles, 3.5 sacks and one forced fumble in 14 games in 2019.
Jul 1, 2020
Likely retaining starting spot
Autry (concussion) will be competing to retain his starting spot in training camp, Andrew Walker of the Colts' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Justin Houston and offseason acquisition DeForest Buckner are two obvious starters along the defensive line, but the other two spots remain somewhat up in the air. Autry is likely to favorite to start on the interior after starting 14 games in 2019 and totaling 32 tackles, 3.5 sacks and one forced fumble, but he can also shift to the edge if necessary. The 29-year-old missed the final two games of the season due to a concussion and is entering the final year of his contract.
Dec 18, 2019
Still in concussion protocol
Autry (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report..
ANALYSIS
Autry suffered the concussion during Monday's loss to the Saints, so it's not a major surprise to see he wasn't expected to practice only two days later. The 29-year-old will need to fully clear the concussion protocol to take the field Week 16.