Houston Texans provide update on Reed Blankenship's concussion status

The Houston Texans face challenges with Reed Blankenship's status as he remains in concussion protocol following an injury suffered in Week 6 against the Jaguars. Head coach DeMeco Ryans indicated that Blankenship is trending toward missing Week 7. Jalen Pitre is also described as week to week with his shoulder injury. Blankenship's underwhelming performance has raised concerns among fans, and the Texans' secondary ranks last in explosive passing plays allowed. The team aims to recover from an 0-4 start, and Blankenship's role may be reevaluated if his absence leads to improved performance from the defense.

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