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Practice-Squad Call-Up Jawhar Jordan Runs for 101 as Texans Rout Cardinals 40-20

Coaches called the breakout proof that a committed ground attack can steady an injury-thinned backfield.

Overview

  • Elevated the day before the game, Jordan made his NFL debut and rushed 15 times for 101 yards with a 50-yard burst, the Texans’ longest run this season.
  • C.J. Stroud went 22-of-29 for 260 yards and three touchdowns as Houston rolled to 399 total yards in the victory.
  • The Texans turned to Jordan after Joe Mixon remained out, Nick Chubb was unavailable with a rib injury, and Woody Marks exited with an ankle issue.
  • Jordan delivered the team’s first 100-yard rushing performance by a running back this season and became the franchise’s second player to top 100 in his debut.
  • DeMeco Ryans awarded Jordan a game ball and stressed sticking to the run-first formula, while teammates praised the back’s preparation and pass protection.