Overview
- Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter returned to practice and told reporters he plans to play after missing the regular-season finale.
- Rookie safety Jaylen Reed was designated to return from injured reserve and practiced in a limited capacity, leaving his status for Monday uncertain.
- Defensive end Denico Autry and lineman Tytus Howard practiced Friday, restoring depth on Houston’s fronts ahead of the playoff opener.
- Tests reportedly showed running back Jawhar Jordan sustained a high ankle sprain, putting his availability in doubt and elevating contingency roles for Dare Ogunbowale and British Brooks.
- Pittsburgh added tight end Jonnu Smith to the injury report with a glute issue as a limited participant, while running back Jaylen Warren returned to full practice after an illness, with Darnell Washington still out with a broken arm.