Texans place cornerback Jaylin Smith on injured reserve
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 9:12 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
The Texans announced the placement of cornerback Jaylin Smith on injured reserve on October 6, following a hamstring injury sustained during a punt coverage play in their recent loss to the Cowboys. Smith, a third-round pick in 2025, participated in all four games this season, recording two tackles, seven defensive snaps, and significant special teams play. The Texans also released wide receiver Treyvhon Saunders from the practice squad as part of the roster moves.
- •Jaylin Smith suffered a hamstring injury in a punt coverage play.
- •He has played all four games this season, totaling two tackles.
- •The Texans released wide receiver Treyvhon Saunders from the practice squad.
- •Smith was a third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- 9:12 PMYahoo Sports — Texans place CB Jaylin Smith on IR
"The Texans placed cornerback Jaylin Smith on injured reserve Tuesday, the team announced.
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