Texans' Marlin Klein a healthy scratch against Cowboys in Week 4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 5:14 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Before the Week 4 game against the Dallas Cowboys, the Houston Texans announced that rookie tight end Marlin Klein, a second-round pick, will be a healthy scratch. Despite a promising preseason, Klein has only been on the field for 14 snaps and has one catch in three games this season. The Texans are looking to avoid an 0-4 start, and veteran tight end Brevin Jordan, returning after injuries, is expected to step into a more active role. Klein's absence has drawn criticism from fans and analysts alike, given the Texans' reliance on multiple draft picks in a critical season.
- •Klein listed as healthy scratch before Texans vs. Cowboys.
- •Has played only 14 snaps with one catch this season.
- •Brevin Jordan set to make his season debut.
- •Critics question the use of a second-round pick as a backup.
- •Texans hope to avoid an 0-4 start this season.
- 5:14 PMYahoo Sports — Texans fans react to rookie TE Marlin Klein's healthy scratch for Cowboys game
"There have been some interesting moves for the Texans early on this season, but perhaps the biggest came on Sunday before Week 4 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.
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