Reed Blankenship returns for Texans against Browns after injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 12:36 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Houston Texans safety Reed Blankenship is set to return against the Cleveland Browns after missing two games due to a concussion and a broken hand. Blankenship was injured during the team's matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars last month. He resumed practicing as a limited participant this week and expressed eagerness to return to the field, highlighting the importance of his family in his recovery perspective. Despite his time off, he remains a key player on the Texans' defense, ranking third in tackles and contributing an interception this season. Backup safety M.J. Stewart has filled in during his absence.
- •Blankenship ready to play after two-game absence.
- •Injured his hand during the Jaguars game in London.
- •Ranks third on the Texans in tackles this season.
- •M.J. Stewart has started in Blankenship's place.
- •Both Jake Hummel and Jaylin Smith returned to practice.
- 12:36 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Texans safety Reed Blankenship ready to return from broken hand, concussion against Browns
"Reed Blankenship was injured against Jacksonville and has missed two games but is ready to return against Cleveland.
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