Texans vs. Vikings, Week 3 injury report: Wednesday

Multiple players for the Houston Texans were either out or limited during Wednesday’s practice in preparation for Sunday’s showdown against the Minnesota Vikings.

The good news? The Vikings were limited with several key players during reps.

Running back Joe Mixon was among several players missing from practice after suffering an ankle injury during Sunday’s 19-13 win over the Chicago Bears. The Pro Bowler underwent an MRI on Monday and is expected to be a game-time decision depending on the severity of the injury.

The Texans plan to send film of the potential hip-drop tackle, which was not ruled a penalty during Sunday night’s game, to the NFL office for review. Mixon, who in Week 1 rushed for 159 yards and led the league in yards per attempt, tweeted out his frustration for the missed call.

“The NFL and NFLPA made it a rule and an emphasis for a reason,” Mixon posted on X after the game. “Time to put your money where your mouth is.”

Receiver Nico Collins (hip/foot), running back Dameon Pierce (hamstring), center Juice Scruggs (groin), defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi (shoulder), cornerback Kris Boyd (hip) and offensive lineman Jarrett Patterson (calf) did not practice.

Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (shin), tight end Dalton Schultz (ankle) and safety M.J. Stewart (knee) were limited.

Tight end Brevin Jordan was also placed on the injured reserve Wednesday after suffering an apparent knee injury. He was essential to the Texans’ run blocking in Week 1 and a reliable No. 2 option behind Schultz in the passing game.

“It’s really heartbreaking losing Brevin,” Ryans said. “He was on his way to a breakout year. I was really excited with where he was heading. Cade (Stover), Dalton Schultz will have to step up to fill that role.”

For Minnesota, receiver Jordan Addison (ankle), tackle Brian O’Neill (ankle) and rookie outside linebacker Dallas Turner (knee) did not practice. All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson was limited in practice after suffering a quad injury in Sunday’s 23-17 win over the 49ers.

As of now, he’s expected to play.

Houston Texans

Player	Injury	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Game Status
WR Nico Collins	hip	DNP
CB Kris Boyd	hip	DNP
DL Foley Fatukasi	shoulder	DNP
RB Joe Mixon	ankle	DNP
OL Jarrett Patterson	calf	DNP
RB Dameon Pierce	hamstring	DNP
OL Juice Scruggs	groin	DNP
LB Azeez Al-Shaair	shin	LP
TE Dalton Schultz	ankle	LP
DB M.J. Stewart	foot	LP

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation ; FP: Full participation

Minnesota Vikings

Player	Injury	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Game Status
WR Jordan Addison	ankle	DNP
OT Brian O’Neill	elbow	DNP
OLB Dallas Turner	knee	DNP
OL Garrett Bradbury	knee	LP
RB Aaron Jones	hip	LP
WR Justin Jefferson	quad	LP
LB Ivan Pace Jr.	quad	LP
OLB Andrew Van Ginkel	foot	LP
OL Ed Ingram	tricep	FP
WR Jalen Nailor	ankle	LP

DNP: Did not practice; LP: Limited participation ; FP: Full participation