Trent Brown Sidelined for Texans vs. Patriots Matchup
The Texans will face the Patriots in a critical divisional round matchup this Sunday without their starting right tackle, Trent Brown. He has been ruled inactive due to an ankle injury.
Trent Brown’s Injury Update
Brown struggled with his ankle injury leading up to the game. Although he made efforts to test his condition before the game, he will not participate.
His practice schedule this week included no participation on Wednesday and Thursday, with only limited activity on Friday.
Offensive Line Adjustments
With Trent Brown sidelined, the Texans will make crucial adjustments to their offensive line. Tytus Howard is expected to move from left guard to right tackle, filling in for Brown. Jarrett Patterson will step in as the new left guard for the game.
Additional Player Absences
The Texans will also miss wide receiver Nico Collins, who is out with a concussion. His injury occurred during the team’s Monday night victory over the Steelers.
- Inactive players for the Texans include:
- Trent Brown (RT)
- Nico Collins (WR)
- Justin Watson (WR)
- Jawhar Jordan (RB)
- Graham Mertz (QB)
- Alijah Huzzie (CB)
In contrast, Braxon Berrios will be active, providing some depth at the receiver position.
Patriots’ Player Status
The Patriots have listed linebacker Harold Landry as active despite his knee issues that made him questionable for the game.
- Inactive players for the Patriots include:
- Tommy DeVito (QB)
- Bradyn Swinson (OLB)
- Marcus Bryant (OT)
- Caedan Wallace (G)
- CJ Dippre (TE)
- Kobee Minor (CB)
- Eric Gregory (DT)
As injuries mount for Houston, they will need to rely on their remaining roster to compete effectively against a formidable Patriots team.
