Houston enters Sunday’s matchup shorthanded, missing four starters.
Running back David Montgomery is sidelined with a groin strain, safety Jalen Pitre hurts his shoulder, tackle Blake Fisher limps from a thumb issue, and safety Reed Blankenship sits out after a concussion and hand problem. For my money, losing Montgomery hurts their ground game.
Wideout Tank Dell remains questionable with a knee concern, yet coaches expect him to suit up. He last saw action in 2024 before a severe knee injury ended his season and kept him out through 2025.
Tight end Dalton Schultz recovered from a quad strain, linebacker Henry To’oTo’o cleared his shoulder, and tight end Brevin Jordan healed a foot issue; all participated fully in Friday’s practice and are cleared to play.