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Player DetailJonathan Greenard
Jonathan Greenard
MIN · Outside Linebacker
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Nov 23 at Green Bay
QuestionableEst. Return Nov 23, 2025
Jonathan Greenard Injury News & Updates
Nov 14, 2025
Won't play Sunday
Greenard (shoulder) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bears, Dane Mizutani of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.
ANALYSIS
The 28-year-old sustained a shoulder injury in the Vikings' Week 10 loss to the Ravens and is now in line to miss his first game of the season Sunday. Greenard is an integral part of Minnesota's defense, recording 31 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and three passes defended over nine appearances this season. While he's sidelined in Week 11, expect 2024 first-round pick Dallas Turner to start at outside linebacker.
Nov 12, 2025
Opens week with DNP
Greenard (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard sustained a shoulder injury during the third quarter of the Vikings' Week 10 loss to the Ravens. The injury isn't believed to be a long-term concern, though he may have to miss Sunday's NFC North clash against the Bears, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. With Andrew Van Ginkel (neck) also working with an injury, Dallas Turner and Chaz Chambliss are both in line for increased snaps on defense in Week 11.
Nov 10, 2025
Appears to avoid serious injury
Greenard (shoulder) is believed to have avoided a serious injury after exiting Sunday's loss to the Ravens in the third quarter, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The injury is considered "minor" and may cost Greenard just one week, according to Rapoport. Greenard has had a down season in the sacks department, recording 31 tackles (19 solo), including just 2.0 sacks, three pass breakups and one forced fumble across nine appearances, all starts. Greenard piled up 24.5 sacks across the previous two campaigns.
Nov 9, 2025
Won't return to Week 10 game
Greenard (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's matchup against Baltimore.
ANALYSIS
Greenard hurt his shoulder during the third quarter of the contest and, upon evaluation, has been deemed unable to return. He'll finish Sunday with two tackles (one solo) and a defensed pass. Dallas Turner should log more defensive snaps with Greenard done for the day.
Nov 9, 2025
Leaves game with shoulder injury
Greenard (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Greenard went to the locker room during the third quarter of Sunday's game, where his shoulder injury will be evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. With Chaz Chambliss (coach's decision) a healthy scratch, Dallas Turner is slated to see more snaps at outside linebacker for as long as Greenard is out of the game.
Oct 30, 2025
Upgrades to full practice Thursday
Greenard (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was limited in Wednesday's session due to an ankle injury, but the 2020 third-rounder is on track to play against the Lions in Week 9 after logging a full practice Thursday. Greenard has accumulated 24 tackles (16 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and one forced fumble through the first seven games of the regular season.
Oct 29, 2025
Limited to begin week
Greenard (ankle) turned in a limited practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard played only 68 percent of defensive snaps in Minnesota's Week 8 loss to the Chargers, perhaps an indication that he got dinged up in the contest. It's positive that he was able to practice in any capacity, but his status will be worth monitoring ahead of a key Week 9 divisional matchup against the Lions.
Oct 24, 2025
Notches sack in Week 8 loss
Greenard finished with six tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks, Thursday in a loss to the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Though Los Angeles had a big game on offense, Greenard made some impressive stops, including three that went for a loss. One of those tackles was a second-quarter sack of Justin Herbert. Greenard has 2.0 sacks through seven games on the campaign.
Oct 17, 2025
Playing in Week 7
Greenard (hamstring) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Although Greenard was added to the Vikings' injury report Thursday due to a hamstring issue, he's in line to play in the Week 7 contest. The veteran edge rusher from Florida has tallied 15 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, two passes defended and one forced fumble over five games this season. Now healthy, he's expected to wreak havoc on Jalen Hurts and the Eagles' offensive line in Sunday's matchup.
Oct 16, 2025
Added to injury report
Greenard (hamstring) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard popped up on the injury report with an apparent hamstring issue Thursday, causing him to log a limited practice. The linebacker will have one more chance to return to practice in full before Sunday's matchup with the Eagles at home.
Sep 18, 2025
Full practice Thursday
Greenard (oblique) was a full participant at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard appears to be back to full health after logging a limited practice to open the week Wednesday. The linebacker has recorded six total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, over the first two games this season, and he'll look to get after Bengals quarterback Jake Browning on Sunday.
Sep 17, 2025
Limited to open week
Greenard (oblique) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard appears to have left the team's 22-6 Week 2 loss to the Falcons a little worse for wear, popping up on the injury report Wednesday with an apparent oblique injury. The linebacker will have two more chances to log a full practice ahead of Sunday's contest in Cincinnati.
Sep 9, 2025
Hits QB twice in Week 1 win
Greenard registered two tackles and two quarterback hits in Monday's 27-24 victory against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Greenard wasn't able to notch any sacks in the season-opener, but he did get two hits on Caleb Williams. Greenard posted 24.5 sacks during the regular season over the past two campaigns, so he's likely to be force in that category again this year.
Jan 20, 2025
Piles up 12.0 sacks for Minnesota
Greenard finished the 2024 season with 59 tackles (41 solo), including 18 TFLs and 12.0 sacks, four forced fumbles and three pass breakups across 17 regular-season contests.
ANALYSIS
After Greenard broke out for 12.5 sacks with the Texans in 2023, the Vikings signed him to a four-year, $76 million deal as a free agent. Greenard answered with another outstanding season, setting new career highs in tackles, TFLs, forced fumbles and QB hits (22). He started all 17 games and was named to his first Pro Bowl. Greenard has finished top-10 in the NFL in sacks in back-to-back seasons and turns 28 years old in May.
Dec 17, 2024
Major impact in Week 15
Greenard recorded six total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also forcing a fumble in Monday's 30-12 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Greenard didn't wait long to make his mark in Week 15, recording a strip-sack of Caleb Williams in the first quarter. Teammate Blake Cashman recovered the fumble while the sack was Greenard's 11th of the year. Greenard has now compiled 49 total tackles (34 solo), including the 11.0 sacks, while also adding four forced fumbles and two passes defensed over 14 games in his first season with Minnesota.
Nov 25, 2024
Disruptive in win
Greenard recorded six tackles (five solo), including 2.0 sacks and two additional tackles for losses, in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
The linebacker is up to 9.0 sacks on the year, tied with teammate Andrew Van Ginkel for sixth in the league. Greenard also has 37 total tackles (28 solo), two pass breakups and two forced fumbles.
Nov 4, 2024
Logs two more sacks in win
Greenard recorded 2.0 sacks and a pass defensed in Sunday's 21-13 win over the Colts.
ANALYSIS
The defensive end now has 23 tackles (17 solo), including 7.0 sacks, on the year. Greenard has also played on more than 60 percent of the defensive snaps in all eight of Minnesota's games this season.
Oct 22, 2024
Logs fifth sack of season vs. Lions
Greenard finished Sunday's 31-29 loss to Detroit with four tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one forced fumble.
ANALYSIS
Greenard logged his fifth sack of the season Sunday after taking down Jared Goff for a nine-yard loss early in the fourth quarter. His five sacks on the year is tied with Andrew Van Ginkel and Pat Jones for most on the Vikings and tied for ninth-most in the NFL this season. Greenard will look to add to his sack total against Matthew Stafford and the Rams on Thursday night.
Sep 23, 2024
Monster day in Minnesota
Greenard recorded four total tackles (three solo), including 3.0 sacks, during Sunday's 34-7 win over the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Greenard dominated in his first game against his former team in Week 3, sacking C.J. Stroud in three different quarters while logging the most sacks he's ever had in a single NFL game. The first-year Viking has impressed through his first three games in Minnesota, recording six total tackles, including 4.0 sacks, over 137 defensive snaps. Expect Greenard to continue being one of the league's most dominant edge rushers as the Vikings travel to Green Bay in Week 4.
Sep 16, 2024
Gets first sack for Minnesota
Greenard had two total tackles and a sack in Sunday's win over the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Greenard had six QB hurries, according to Pro Football Focus, as he helped lead a deep pass rush that had six sacks. He played on 47 of the defense's 70 snaps as Minnesota features a deep rotation of pass rushers. Greenard rebounded after recording no tackles or sacks in Week 1.
Mar 11, 2024
Set for four-year deal with Vikings
Greenard is slated to ink a four-year, $72 million contract with Minnesota, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard put together a career year across 15 regular-season games in 2023, the final year of his deal with the Texans. With 52 tackles (36 solo), 15 tackles for a loss, 12.5 sacks and a forced fumble, Greenard earned himself a notable payday, now becoming a pillar of the Vikings' defense. Minnesota will have to hope Greenard can consistently replicate the production levels of his 2023 campaign, which isn't a sure thing considering that across the first three years of his career, he racked up 10.5 sacks combined. The arrival of Greenard could signal that Danielle Hunter won't ultimately re-sign with the Vikings.
Jan 25, 2024
Should get rich
Greenard logged 52 tackles, 15 for loss, 12.5 sacks and a forced fumble over 15 games in 2023.
ANALYSIS
Greenard, who enters the offseason as an unrestricted free agent, picked a fine time to have a breakout season. He and Will Anderson made for lethal bookends on the defensive line. Greenard has expressed interest in returning, per Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle, but edge rushers are a premier commodity in the NFL, and Greenard will want to be paid accordingly.
Jan 13, 2024
Cleared Saturday
Greenard (ankle) is officially active for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Browns.
ANALYSIS
After consecutive days as a non-participant at practice, Greenard closed out the week in limited fashion. That was enough to spring him ahead for Saturday's contest, as he will play through any remaining nagging issues. Barring any setbacks, he should take on his usual role on the defensive line.
Jan 11, 2024
Gets tagged as questionable
Greenard (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Greenard managed to practice in a limited capacity Thursday after missing practice Tuesday and Wednesday, giving himself a chance to potentially suit up for the wild-card round. If he misses his third straight game Saturday, 2022 third-rounder Myjai Sanders could benefit in terms of playing time.
Jan 9, 2024
Still sidelined Tuesday
Greenard (ankle) didn't practice Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard missed the final two games of the regular season after injuring his ankle after three snaps in Week 16. Greenard paced the Texans with 12.5 sacks this year. His return would be huge for the Houston defense.
Jan 4, 2024
Will miss Week 18
Grennard (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Greenard hasn't played since suffering the injury Week 16 against the Browns. His absence in essentially a win-or-go-home meeting with Indianapolis will certainly be a blow to the Texans' defense, and especially their pass rush. With Will Anderson (ankle) still questionable, Houston may be relying on their depth on the edges to get the job done against the Colts.
Jan 2, 2024
Estimated as DNP Tuesday
Greenard (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report.
ANALYSIS
Greenard played just three defensive snaps in Week 16 before missing Week 17 with the ankle injury. With 12.5 sacks on the season, Greenard's loss has been big for Houston. The Texans need to win their Saturday game against the Colts in order to make the playoffs.
Dec 29, 2023
Out for Week 17
Greenard (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
This will be Greenard's first absence of the season. The fourth-year breakout edge rusher has accrued a career-high 12.5 sacks through 15 games to lead the team, as no other teammate has more than five sacks. It's another significant injury for this Houston squad.
Dec 27, 2023
Can't practice Wednesday
Greenard (ankle) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was forced out of Sunday's loss versus the Browns early due to an ankle injury which he's still tending to as of Houston's first practice of the new week. He'll likely need to return to practice Thursday or Friday to have a shot to play in Week 17.
Dec 24, 2023
Won't return Sunday
Greenard (ankle) has been downgraded to out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was seen walking along the sidelines without a helmet after sustaining an ankle injury in the first half. The Texans will turn to backup defensive ends Jerry Hughes and Derek Barnett for the remainder of Sunday's contest with starters Greenard and Will Anderson (ankle) not on the field.
Dec 24, 2023
Exits game with ankle injury
Greenard (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com reports that Greenard was seen walking along the sidelines without a helmet on. With Will Anderson ruled out ahead of Sunday's game with an ankle injury, Jerry Hughes and Derek Barnett will see more work at defensive end.
Dec 18, 2023
Racks up sacks
Greenard recorded six tackles (two solo), 2.5 sacks, one tackle for loss and three quarterback hits in Sunday's 19-16 overtime win over Tennessee in Week 15.
ANALYSIS
Greenard led a Houston defense that was missing two key pieces in Will Anderson (ankle) and Blake Cashman (hamstring). The multi-sack game was the second straight for Greenard, who has 5.5 sacks over the last three weeks. His 12.5 sacks for the season are a career-high and is the sixth-highest total in franchise history.
Dec 12, 2023
Notches two sacks in loss
Greenard recorded six tackles (five solo), including two sacks, and a pass deflection during Houston's 30-6 loss to the Jets on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard had one of his best performances of the season despite the loss as he racked up multiple sacks for the third time. Through 13 games, the 2020 third-round pick has now compiled 46 tackles (34 solo), with 10 sacks, both of which are career highs for Greenard.
Nov 13, 2023
Logs sack in win
Greenard compiled three tackles (three solo), with a sack, during the Texans' 30-27 win versus the Bengals on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard recorded one of four sacks for the Bengals on Sunday and was the only player other than Sheldon Rankins to bring down Joe Burrow. The 26-year-old now has seven sacks this season which is just one short of his career high set back in 2021.
Nov 10, 2023
Will play at Cincinnati
Greenard (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game at the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Greenard upgraded to full participation at practice Friday after being limited Wednesday and Thursday, putting him on pace to suit up in Week 10. He's on track for his first double-digit sack season, and he projects as a good IDP option against the pass-heavy Bengals.
Nov 8, 2023
Limited Wednesday
Greenard (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
A third-round pick in the 2020 Draft, Greenard has been a breakout player under first-year coach DeMeco Ryans. Greenard's 67 percent playing time clip on defense is the highest of his career, and he's already racked up six sacks, 30 tackles (21 solo), 13 QB hits, eight TFLs, and one batted pass. Greenard's six sacks are 3.5 more than his next closest teammate.
Oct 30, 2023
Leads team in sacks
Greenard logged six tackles (three solo), including 2.5 sacks, during Houston's 15-13 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard had his most productive outing of the season setting new bests for both tackles and sacks. The 26-year-old is on pace for a career year and is already just two sacks short of his highest total of 8 back in 2021.
Oct 2, 2023
Two sacks in win
Greenard recorded five tackles (four solo) including two sacks in Sunday's 30-6 win over the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Greenard had all but one sack on the day for the Texans' defense. He played just 29 snaps on defense -- his lowest so far this season -- but made the most of his time out on the field. Greenard leads the team with three sacks and ranks fourth with 16 total tackles.
Oct 2, 2023
Logs two sacks in win
Greenard recorded five tackles, two sacks, three quarterback hits and three tackles for loss in Sunday's 30-6 win over the Steelers in Week 4.
ANALYSIS
Greenard, who recorded his first two-sack game since Oct. 2021, upped his total to three quarterback takedowns through four weeks. He was in the midst of an eight-sack season that year. The edge rusher dealt with injuries since then and recorded 1.5 over eight games last season.
Sep 12, 2023
Active in opener
Greenard recorded five tackles, one sack and two tackles for loss in Sunday's 25-9 loss to the Ravens in Week 1.
ANALYSIS
The Texans' defense performed respectably in the season opener, getting to Lamar Jackson four times while limiting the Ravens to 265 yards. Greenard is coming off an injury-marred season but recorded eight sacks over 12 games in 2021. The addition of rookie Will Anderson, who made an impact with a sack and six tackles, on the opposite end could free up Greenard for a return to his 2021 form.
Dec 17, 2022
Activated from injured reserve
The Texans activated Greenard (calf) from injured reserve Saturday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard has been on injured reserve since suffering a calf injury during Week 4, but he'll presumably be active for Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs. Before his absence, the third-year defensive end totaled nine tackles and 1.5 sacks while playing a sizable role along Houston's defensive line.
Dec 7, 2022
Returning to practice
The Texans designated Greenard (calf) to return from IR on Wednesday, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard hasn't played since Week 4 due to a calf injury. He now begins a 21-day window to be evaluated at practice without counting against the active roster. Houston can activate Greenard at any point in that span, meaning he could be available as early as Sunday versus the Cowboys.
Oct 22, 2022
Placed on IR
Houston placed Greenard (calf) on injured reserve Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
After dealing with an ankle injury prior to the Texans' bye week, Greenard hurt his calf during practice this week. As a result, he's been placed on IR and is expected to miss 4-6 weeks. He recorded eight sacks in 12 games last year and has notched 1.5 through four contests this season.
Oct 21, 2022
Sitting out Week 7
Greenard (calf) will miss Week 7's game at Las Vegas, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
This will be the second straight game Greenard's missed, and there was a bye week in between. The Texans typically rotate four players at defensive end, and he's been replaced in that rotation. Greenard has 1.5 sacks through four games.
Oct 20, 2022
Limited with calf injury Thursday
Greenard (calf) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Rachel Gossen of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was sidelined during the team's Week 5 contest versus Jacksonville with an ankle injury, but he now popped up on Thursday's practice report with an apparent calf issue. Although the 25-year-old was able to log a limited session Thursday, his activity level during Friday's practice will be something worth monitoring when considering his Sunday availability against the Raiders.
Oct 19, 2022
Absent from injury report Wednesday
Greenard (ankle) was not listed on the Texans' injury report Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard did not practice Week 5 and was unavailable for the Texans' win over the Jaguars due to an ankle injury, though it's unclear when this issue first arose. Nevertheless, the defensive end is healthy again coming off the team's bye week. Greenard has recorded nine tackles and 1. 5 sacks so fart this season, and he should reprise his starting role for Sunday's contest against Las Vegas.
Oct 8, 2022
Won't play at Jaguars
Greenard (ankle) won't travel with the team to Jacksonville ahead of Sunday's game.
ANALYSIS
It was previously reported by ProFootballNetwork.com's Aaron Wilson that Greenard was trending towards playing in Week 5, but he'll now be missing Houston's last game before its Week 6 bye. He should be back to full strength after the bye week, but in the meantime, Jerry Hughes and Rasheem Green should be in line for increased reps.
Oct 7, 2022
Trending towards playing Week 5
Greenard (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Jacksonville, but he's trending towards playing, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard played in a season-low 54 percent of the Texans' defensive snaps in Week 4 versus the Chargers, presumably in part because he was limited with an ankle injury. Assuming he plays in Week 5, he'll rotate with veteran Jerry Hughes and Rasheem Green for reps at defensive end.
Oct 5, 2022
Dealing with ankle injury
Greenard was listed as a non-participant during Wednesday's walkthrough due to an ankle issue, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard played a season-low 54 percent of the team's defensive snaps in Week 4 and is now dealing with an ankle injury that he presumably picked up during the team's loss to the Chargers. The 2020 third-round pick will have two more opportunities to practice before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Week 5.
Sep 19, 2022
Logs Week 2 sack
Greenard had a sack and two quarterback hits in Sunday's 16-9 loss to the Broncos in Week 2.
ANALYSIS
Greenard played just 42 of 72 (58%) defensive snaps Sunday after getting a 67% share in Week 1. There was no reason given for the slight drop in snaps, but it could have been due to Houston's defense melting down in the fourth quarter and overtime against the Colts the previous week. Texans head coach Lovie Smith wanted to keep that unit fresh for the whole game. Greenard led the Texans with eight sacks in 12 games last season.
Jul 30, 2022
Resumes practicing
Greenard (foot) is participating in Saturday's practice, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was expected to retake the field during the early stages of training camp, and it looks like recovered from offseason foot surgery exactly on track. The 25-year-old led Houston with eight sacks last season (12 appearances), and the team is reportedly hopeful he can make further strides during the 2022 campaign.
Jun 1, 2022
On track for training camp return
Greenard (foot) is progressing well ahead of the Texans' upcoming July training camp, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard suffered a foot injury late last season and had offseason surgery, but head coach Lovie Smith said he believes that the defensive end is on the right track to be ready for training camp in late July. The 25-year-old led the Texans in sacks in 2021, recording eight while making 33 total tackles over 12 games.
Jan 15, 2022
Leads team in sacks
Greenard (foot) finished the season with a team-high eight sacks along with three tackles over 12 games in 2021.
ANALYSIS
Greenard missed a good chunk of time due to multiple injuries -- he sat out five games and missed parts of two others -- but there's no doubting his impact when healthy. He thrived in a move from linebacker to defensive end in a 4-3 scheme. The 2020 third-round pick could use some help on the other side, which the Texans will address during the offseason. He's locked up for another two seasons and will return as the top pass rusher on the defensive line.
Jan 9, 2022
Done for today
Greenard (foot) will not return Sunday against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Greenard limped off the field after suffering the injury in the first quarter. With Greenard done for the day, Jordan Jenkins will likely see a boost in snaps.
Jan 9, 2022
Dealing with foot injury
Greenard is questionable to return to Sunday's game after suffering a foot injury against the Titans, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard got injured during the first quarter of Sunday's game and was seen limping off the field. He's played a key role along the Texans' defensive line this season. If Greenard is unable to return, Jordan Jenkins will step into an expanded role.
Jan 2, 2022
Questionable to return
Greenard (shoulder) is questionable to return Sunday against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Greenard came into Sunday having dealt with COVID protocols and a foot injury over the past week, but he now leaves early with a bad shoulder. While Greenard is on the sidelines, Jordan Jenkins will likely see extra work on the edge for the Texans.
Dec 31, 2021
Ready to go Sunday
Greenard (foot) was cleared from the Texans' injury report Friday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was able to clear COVID protocols on Thursday, but he popped up on the injury report with a foot issue and was limited in practice. Now healthy, Greenard should start on the edge of the defensive line Sunday against the 49ers.
Dec 30, 2021
Off COVID list, limited due to foot
Greenard was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday but was limited in practice due to a foot injury.
ANALYSIS
Greenard has cleared the biggest hurdle standing between him and suiting up in Week 17 against the 49ers, but he'll still have to navigate his foot injury. He'll likely return to his starting defensive end role if he's able to play Sunday.
Dec 18, 2021
Joins COVID list
Greenard was put on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
It's a big loss for the Texans, as they'll now be down their top pass rusher. Derek Rivers and Chris Smith should see extra snaps against the Jaguars as a result.
Dec 12, 2021
Active for Week 14
Greenard (foot) is active for Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Greenard continues to play through a foot injury that kept him sidelined for Week 11. Over the last two weeks, the second-year pro has recorded four tackles, one sack and one forced fumble.
Dec 10, 2021
Considered questionable
Greenard (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Greenard bookended his week with limited practice sessions and a non-participation inbetween. He appears to be trending towards a true game-time decsiion. Derek Rivers would presumably be the prime candidate to replace him at defensive end should he ultimately be unable to go.
Dec 5, 2021
Active for Week 13
Greenard (foot) is active for Sunday's contest against the Colts, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was a limited participant at practice throughout the week, but he will be available for Week 13. The defensive end played through his injury last week and totaled two tackles (one solo), a sack and a forced fumble.
Dec 4, 2021
Questionable for Week 13
Greenard (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was a limited participant at practice throughout the week and will carry a questionable designation for Sunday. The defensive end played through his injury last week and totaled two tackles (one solo), a sack and a forced fumble.
Nov 28, 2021
Returns Sunday
Greenard (foot) will play Sunday against the Jets,
ANALYSIS
Greenard missed the Texans' Week 11 matchup with the Titans, but he will return Sunday to his starting job. In his second season, Greenard has been a strong presence with 23 tackles and seven sacks, which should bolster the Texans' defensive line.
Nov 27, 2021
Set for another absence
Greenard is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Greenard logged two limited practices during the week, which could be enough for him to get back on the field after missing the team's Week 11 matchup against the Titans. If Greenard is forced to stay sidelined for Week 12, Derek Rivers should remain in an increased role.
Nov 20, 2021
Ruled out for Week 11
Greenard (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup after he was limited at practice all week. However, he didn't make the trip to Tennessee and will be sidelined for the first time since Week 2. Jordan Jenkins will likely see additional playing time on Houston's defensive line.
Nov 19, 2021
Questionable for Sunday
Greenard (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Greenard has logged three straight limited practices this week, but he has played in each of Houston's last seven contests and he might be able to suit up for this divisional matchup. If he can't go, then the likes of Jordan Jenkins or perhaps Eric Wilson might be in line for an uptick in his playing time.
Nov 3, 2021
Keeps up sack streak
Greenard had three solo tackles, one sack and one pass breakup during Sunday's 38-22 loss to the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Gennard has recorded at least one sack in four straight games, bringing his total to seven through six appearances. The second-year pro has been one of the lone bright spots of Houston's defensive front, and he's now set for a prime Week 9 matchup against the Dolphins' vulnerable O-line.
Oct 24, 2021
Gets Murray twice
Greenard recorded four tackles, two sacks and a pass defensed in Sunday's 31-5 loss to the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
That's two consecutive weeks with a pair of sacks for Greenard, who moves into the top 10 in that category with six for the season. He's taken nicely to a shift from linebacker to edge rusher for the Texans.
Oct 19, 2021
Gets to quarterback twice
Greenard recorded six tackles and two sacks in Sunday's 31-3 loss to the Colts.
ANALYSIS
Greenard took down Wentz on two occasions for losses of six and three yards. He now has four sacks on the season across four games while also forcing a fumble.
Oct 13, 2021
Records second sack
Greenard had three tackles, two for a loss, and a sack in Week 5's 25-22 loss to the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Greenard recorded his second sack in three games played this season. The 2020 third-round pick worked as an outside linebacker in Houston's 3-4 defense during his rookie year, but he's moved to defensive end in Lovie Smith's 4-3 alignment. Through three games, he has seven tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble.
Oct 6, 2021
Off injured list
Greenard (chest) wasn't listed on the Texans' injury report Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard injured his chest in Sunday's Week 5 loss to the Bills and was unable to return to the game following the injury. The defensive end seems healthy and should be able to play Sunday against the Patriots, barring any setbacks. Expect Jacob Martin and Charles Omenihu to fill in for Greenard if he can't play Sunday.
Oct 3, 2021
Chest injury
Greenard is questionable to return reports Sarah Barshop of ESPN.
ANALYSIS
Greenard leaving early leaves an already beat up Texans defense further depleted. This likely means more work for Jacob Martin and Charles Omenihu.
Sep 15, 2021
Full participant in practice
Greenard (illness) was a full participant in practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was forced to miss the Texans' season opener as he was dealing with an illness the day of the game. The second-year Texan will look to make his season debut Sunday against the Browns, after participating in his first full practice of the week Wednesday.
Sep 12, 2021
Inactive against Jacksonville
Greenard (illness) is inactive for Week 1 against the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Greenard recovered from an ankle sprain suffered in preseason, but he was still unable to crack the active roster for the season opener due to an undisclosed illness. The 24-year-old recorded 19 tackles (10 solo) and a sack in 13 games as a rookie last year.
Sep 8, 2021
Back from ankle sprain
Greenard (ankle) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard suffered an ankle sprain during the preseason game against the Packers, but he's fully recovered in time for Week 1. The 24-year-old recorded 19 tackles (10 solo) and a sack in 13 games as a rookie last year.
Aug 15, 2021
Sprains ankle
Greenard sustained a sprained ankle in Saturday's 26-7 win over the Packers in Preseason Week 1, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Houston head coach David Culley referred to the injury as a "little ankle sprain," but the team has not yet indicated the severity of the injury. That will likely happen when the medical staff can get a better look.
May 27, 2021
Switching positions
Greenard was working out with the defensive linemen during Thursday's practice, Mark Berman of Fox 26 KRIV reports.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was drafted as a linebacker out of Florida by the team last season, and he saw action in 13 games, recording 19 tackles (11 solo) and a sack over that span. Greenard is listed at 263 pounds, so he'll likely look to add some weight on this offseason in order to provide strong depth at defensive end heading into the 2021 season.
Nov 23, 2020
Records first career sack
Greenard had one tackle, a sack, in Sunday's 27-20 win over New England.
ANALYSIS
Greenard, who helped fill in while Jacob Martin was on the reserve/COVID-19 list the last two games, played just 18 snaps but recorded the first sack of his career.
Nov 12, 2020
Had season-high snap count
Greenard had three tackles over a season-high 57 snaps in Week 9's win over Jacksonville.
ANALYSIS
Greenard, a 2020 third-round pick out of Florida, had played just 11 snaps before Week 9. He was given a more prominent role while the Texans managed a depleted linebacking corps. Both Dylan Cole (back) and Whitney Mercilus returned this week, but Jacob Martin (COVID-19) remains sidelined and Brennan Scarlett (forearm) was placed on injured reserve. Greenard could continue to see elevated playing time along with a role on special teams.
Nov 5, 2020
Moving up depth chart
Greenard is expected to see an uptick in usage at outside linebacker for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Texans are all of the sudden feeling thin at linebacker, with Jacob Martin testing positive for the virus Thursday, Dylan Cole and Whitney Mercilus were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list after coming in close contact with Martin. With Kyle Emanuel dealing with a concussion, that leaves both Greenard and Brennan Scarlett as healthy outside linebackers. Despite suiting up in four games this season, Greenard has yet to record an IDP-relevant stat.
Sep 16, 2020
All clear Wednesday
Greenard (ankle) was a full participant for Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was inactive for Thursday's opener against Kansas City with the ankle issue but appears to be ready for a return. Now healthy, Greenard should expect to handle depth linebacker duties for Week 2 against Baltimore.
Sep 10, 2020
Inactive for opener
Greenard (ankle) is inactive for Thursday's season opener against Kansas City.
ANALYSIS
Greenard logged three straight limited practice sessions leading up to Thursday's contest, so his lack of availability isn't a complete surprise. As long as Greenard remains sidlined, Davin Bellamy or Jacob Martin could see increased snaps.
Sep 9, 2020
Questionable for season opener
Greenard (ankle) is officially questionable for Thursday's season opener against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
Greenard was limited in practice Monday and Tuesday before being handed another limited designation in Wednesday's estimation of participation had the Texans held a practice. David Bellamy or Jacob Martin could see an uptick in workload should Greenard sit Thursday.
Sep 2, 2020
Dealing with injury
Greenard (hamstring) missed Wednesday's scrimmage, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
It's unclear how Greenard suffered the injury, however, it's serious enough to force him to miss valuable practice time. The 2020 third-round pick will have just one week to prepare and get healthy, as the Texans are set for a Week 1 matchup against Kansas City Sept. 10. If Greenard is forced to miss time, Davin Bellamy or Jacob Martin could be in line to see an uptick in snaps.
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