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Gardner-Johnson’s ACL Intact After Cart-Off, Texans Await Further Diagnosis

Houston's defense finalizes contingency plans in the secondary following Gardner-Johnson's cart-off with a right leg injury.

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C.J. Gardner-Johnson #8 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts while playing the Washington Commanders during the first quarter in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 26, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
C.J. Gardner-Johnson #8 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts after being ejected from the game against the Washington Commanders during the fourth quarter at Northwest Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.

Overview

  • Initial MRI results confirmed that Gardner-Johnson’s right ACL remained intact after he collapsed under contact, though team physicians are conducting further tests to assess the full extent of his leg damage.
  • The 27-year-old safety went down while attempting to tackle wide receiver John Metchie III and was unable to bear weight on his right leg before being carted off.
  • Practice at the Greenbrier Resort fell silent as teammates and coaches kneeled around Gardner-Johnson in a somber circle and head coach DeMeco Ryans described the scene as heartbreaking.
  • With Gardner-Johnson’s availability still unknown, the Texans have identified veterans M.J. Stewart and Russ Yeast as primary replacements in the secondary.
  • Houston acquired Gardner-Johnson from the Philadelphia Eagles in March after his Super Bowl LIX win and had slated him as a key starter beside All-Pro corner Derek Stingley Jr.