Derek Stingley Jr. mocked after chain breaks during preseason game

During the Houston Texans' preseason matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders on August 21, 2026, cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. did not participate in the game but made headlines for off-field antics. While standing on the sideline, he caught an errant ball that broke his $150,000 chain. Social media reactions varied, with many fans mocking the incident and questioning the decision to wear such expensive jewelry during practices. Stingley, who signed a three-year, $90 million contract extension last year, will likely have the chain repaired. As the Texans aim to turn their preseason around after two losses, Stingley's situation reflects the scrutiny players face even away from the field.

• 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — NFL fans rip into Derek Stingley Jr. over ‘extremely embarrassing’ off-field Texans incident