Woody Marks surged past Dameon Pierce on the Texans’ depth chart and could be starter next week, flashing in early-down work and delivering a 37-yard catch as Chubb remained the lead. Bucky Irving’s snap rate continues to climb for the Buccaneers, signaling a looming backfield shift. Texans’ injury notes and tight-end/WR rotations shape weekly fantasy, with Emeka Egbuka emerging for TB and several Texans receivers mixing in behind Collins. Monitor waiver adds and upside for Week 3.

Mixon's foot injury lands him on IR for at least four weeks, forcing Houston to lean into five backs—Chubb, Pierce, Ogunbowale, British Brooks and Woody Marks. Chubb should start, but his post‑injury explosiveness is in question, opening doors for Pierce or Marks. The plan shifts to a more explosive passing game under Stroud in Caley’s offense, with Slowik’s run‑heavy tendencies fading as the team aims for balance.

British Brooks earned a spot on the Houston Texans’ 53-man roster after a return from injury, framing the moment as proof of his physicality and versatility. He envisions filling running back and fullback duties in Nick Caley’s offense and emphasizes his willingness to do whatever is asked. The piece highlights how Brooks earned Frank Ross’s trust through non-stop effort, the personal growth from training camp, and his drive to contribute on special teams.

Houston’s 20-3 preseason win over Carolina highlighted a quick-start offense under Nick Caley, with C.J. Stroud delivering a 6-yard TD to Nico Collins on the opening drive. Kedon Slovis and Davis Mills later steered drives, and British Brooks’ 1-yard TD sealed it, showing Texans’ depth behind Stroud. On offense, Blake Fisher and Ed Ingram anchored the line’s improved protection, while Luke Lachey and Jakob Johnson offered flexible TE/fullback looks. Defensively, Jaylin Smith’s INT and Damon Arnette’s key play plus Solomon Byrd’s sack stood out as the competition for roster spots tightens heading into Detroit practice week.