Houston Texans face injury concerns and quarterback scrutiny

The Houston Texans are facing challenges during their 2026 training camp, highlighted by an injury to wide receiver Jayden Higgins and mounting pressure on quarterback CJ Stroud.

Higgins was forced to exit practice early due to an unspecified injury, leaving the medical staff to evaluate his condition. Head coach DeMeco Ryans stated there was “no update on Jayden Higgins” following the incident. The injury comes at a critical time for the Texans' offense, as Higgins was expected to play a significant role this season.

Simultaneously, CJ Stroud faces scrutiny regarding his performance following a difficult 2025 postseason. Former NFL executive Louis Riddick described Stroud as a “reason for concern,” citing issues with decision-making, ball security, and accuracy during the team's playoff run. Analysts suggest the upcoming season is a pivotal “prove-it year” for Stroud to regain his form and support the team's high-performing defense.