Houston Texans rookie Kayden McDonald sits out practice with ankle injury
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Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Houston Texans defensive tackle Kayden McDonald faces uncertainty for his NFL debut this Sunday against the Buffalo Bills at NRG Stadium. After participating in a limited capacity during Wednesday's practice, the second-round draft pick did not participate in Thursday's session due to an ankle injury. His status for the opening week matchup remains undetermined as the team monitors his recovery. While head coach DeMeco Ryans has depth on the defensive line, McDonald is expected to provide key contributions against the run and assist in applying pressure on Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen. The Texans enter the game aiming for a third consecutive win over the Bills in a matchup between two teams with AFC playoff aspirations.
- •Kayden McDonald missed Thursday's practice session because of an ankle injury.
- •The rookie defensive tackle was limited in practice on Wednesday.
- •Houston Texans play the Buffalo Bills on Sunday at NRG Stadium.
- •The Texans hold a two-game winning streak against the Buffalo Bills.
- 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Texans suffer major blow as new recruit lands on injury report ahead of Bills clash
- 12:01 AMYahoo Sports — Promising Houston Texans Rookie Could Miss Debut Against The Bills
"Houston Texans have been handed a concern ahead of their Week 1 clash against the Buffalo Bills after rookie Kayden McDonald appeared on the team’s injury report. McDonald was one of two players who did not participate in practice, with the rookie dealing with an ankle issue.
"Second-round defensive tackle Kayden McDonald’s status is in jeopardy after an ankle injury sidelined him Thursday, potentially thinning Houston’s defensive rotation for a high-stakes clash with Buffalo.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 12:23 AMHouston Texans suffer major blow as new recruit lands on injury report ahead of Bills clash
Houston Texans have been handed a concern ahead of their Week 1 clash against the Buffalo Bills after rookie Kayden McDonald appeared on the team’s injury report. McDonald was one of two players who did not participate in practice, with the rookie dealing with an ankle issue.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 12:01 AMPromising Houston Texans Rookie Could Miss Debut Against The Bills
Second-round defensive tackle Kayden McDonald’s status is in jeopardy after an ankle injury sidelined him Thursday, potentially thinning Houston’s defensive rotation for a high-stakes clash with Buffalo.
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