The Houston Texans found the end zone but it came with a price.
On 2nd-and-7, Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud went to the air on a deep play-action shot and connected with second-year receiver Tank Dell for a 30-yard score against the Kansas City Chiefs.
C.J. Stroud finds Tank Dell for the touchdown
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— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) December 21, 2024
However, while making the catch, Dell had a Kansas City defensive back and Texans wide receiver inadvertently collide with his knee.
Dell remained down for a long period until the stretcher came out to cart him off the field.
Stroud was visible distraught after the play. Houston has already lost offensive lineman Shaq Mason and defensive back Jimmie Ward for the game, but Dell’s injury may be a season ender.
The Texans have already ruled out Dell for the remainder of the game.
Texans Injury Update:
#3 WR Tank Dell is out with a knee injury.
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) December 21, 2024
Dell had his electric rookie season cut short with a leg injury. In 13 games in 2024, Dell had 45 receptions for 569 yards and two touchdowns.
Dell was in the midst of one of his best games of the year against Kansas City, catching six passes for 98 yards and a touchdown.
