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Texans' Derek Stingley Jr. Exits With Rib Injury, Questionable to Return vs. Jaguars

Houston faces a depth test at cornerback with Jaylin Smith on injured reserve.

Overview

  • The team announced Stingley left early in Week 3 and is questionable to return with a rib injury.
  • Tremon Smith replaced him at cornerback, with D'Angelo Ross available if needed, according to reporting.
  • Houston Chronicle reporter Jonathan Alexander described the development as a "worst-case scenario" for the Texans.
  • The Texans were expected to reassess at halftime and provide a further update after additional evaluation.
  • Stingley, 24, is coming off a 2024-25 season with 17 starts and career highs of 54 tackles, 18 pass deflections, and five interceptions.