Its worrisome; Texans are hit with bitter blow with grave injuries

The Houston Texans, who faced numerous challenges, found themselves in the thick of the postseason battle after a recent run of five victories in seven games. If they want to maintain their current position in the postseason chase, they’ll need to overcome another significant obstacle.Tytus Howard, an offensive lineman with the Texans, will miss the remainder of the season due to a left knee injury sustained during Sunday’s loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Originally scheduled to start at right tackle for Houston in 2023, health difficulties on the O-line prompted Howard to switch to left guard. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport broke the story first, and other media have subsequently verified it. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC, Howard’s injury is to his patellar tendon, and surgery will be required to fix it.

After missing the first four games of the season due to a fractured hand, Howard is on injured reserve for the second time this year. Juice Scruggs, a rookie who made his NFL debut on Sunday, took Howard’s place. Scruggs had been in the running for the Texans’ starting center position before to sustaining a hamstring injury that kept him out of the lineup for the team’s first ten games.

The 27-year-old Howard’s 2023 Pro Football Focus grades aren’t great—he ranks worst among the Texans offensive lineman in both run blocking and pass protection scenarios. However, this may be more a result of playing out of position than a reflection of Howard’s ability. Furthermore, Howard’s absence will undoubtedly be felt, especially considering Houston’s offensive line injury problems this season.

The 27-year-old Howard’s 2023 Pro Football Focus grades aren’t great—he ranks worst among the Texans offensive lineman in both run blocking and pass protection scenarios. However, this may be more a result of playing out of position than a reflection of Howard’s ability. Furthermore, Howard’s absence will undoubtedly be felt, especially considering Houston’s offensive line injury problems this season.