Overview

• Houston signed Trent Brown from the practice squad to the 53-man roster on October 3, giving the team another option at tackle.
• The Texans elevated defensive backs Jalen Mills and Damon Arnette from the practice squad on October 4 for the game against the Ravens.
• Defensive tackle Folorunso Fatukasi was placed on injured reserve with a shoulder injury, creating a hole in Houston’s interior defense.
• Brown’s promotion came days after Houston traded tackle Cam Robinson to the Browns, continuing rapid adjustments to the tackle group.
• It remains uncertain whether Brown will be active in Week 5, though his experience adds depth behind rookie left tackle Aireontae Ersery.