Overview

• Friday’s injury report lists center Jake Andrews and receivers Christian Kirk and Braxton Berrios with no designations for Sunday’s road divisional matchup in Jacksonville.
• Andrews’ return gives Houston its full starting offensive line for the first time this season after earlier absences disrupted continuity and contributed to heavy pressure on C.J. Stroud.
• Kirk is expected to take over the slot role as a primary complement to Nico Collins, offering a needed boost to a passing game that lacked balance in Weeks 1 and 2.
• Berrios resumed kick and punt return reps in practice, and special teams coordinator Frank Ross said returner choices will be decided weekly based on who is active, with rookie Jaylin Noel remaining an option.
• Rookie cornerback Jaylin Smith is out with a hamstring injury, leaving three healthy corners and setting up potential practice‑squad elevations such as Myles Bryant, Damon Arnette or D’Angelo Ross for depth.