Overview
- Dell recorded four catches for 105 yards and a 63‑yard touchdown in the Texans' 44-22 win over the Los Angeles Chargers in his second game back.
- He returned after a catastrophic Dec. 21, 2024 knee injury that included a dislocated kneecap and multiple ligament and meniscus tears and required surgeries and long rehab.
- Head coach DeMeco Ryans and quarterback C.J. Stroud praised Dell's preparation and rehab, and Dell framed the comeback around faith and proving doubters wrong.
- The Texans are deliberately limiting Dell's snaps to protect the surgically repaired knee while integrating him into a receiver room hampered by other injuries and the recent addition of Marvin Harrison Jr.
- If Dell stays healthy, his play could change Houston's playcalling and boost short-term playoff hopes while also affecting his longer-term role and contract value, so durability will be the key thing to watch.