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Texans face injury concerns ahead of preseason finale against Panthers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:28 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Texans face injury concerns ahead of preseason finale against Panthers

Summary

The Houston Texans experienced a setback during a joint practice with the Carolina Panthers on August 26. Right tackle Braden Smith, signed to a two-year, $20 million deal, was carted off the field with a foot injury, while reserve defensive end Ali Gaye also went down with an unspecified injury. Coach DeMeco Ryans did not provide updates, but reports suggest Smith cannot put weight on his leg. With the preseason finale approaching on August 28, the Texans are left evaluating their offensive line depth as starting duties are expected to fall to Trent Brown and rookie Blake Fisher.

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Status Watch

•Braden Smith carted off with a foot injury during practice.
•Ali Gaye also injured but details remain unclear.
•Coach DeMeco Ryans did not confirm specifics post-practice.
•Trent Brown is currently the starting right tackle.
•Texans' preseason finale is scheduled for August 28.

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What they're saying

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Days before their August 28 preseason finale, the Houston Texans suffered a major blow on the practice field, leaving the team bracing for what comes next. Right tackle Braden Smith joined the Texans this offseason on a two-year, $20 million contract that can reach up to $25 million in total value. He was carted off […] The post Texans Get Early Bad News on $20 Million Free-Agent Signing appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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