SAD NEWS: Texans Face Challenges in Upcoming Game as Insider Reveals Key Veteran Players Sit Out…

Texans Face Challenges in Upcoming Game as Key Veteran Players Sit Out…

The Houston Texans, defying expectations, have emerged as a success story in the current NFL season with a commendable 7-5 record as of early December, positioning themselves for a potential playoff berth. This performance exceeds predictions, considering their modest improvement outlook from the previous 3-13-1 season.

Despite their impressive standing, the AFC’s competitiveness demands continued victories for the Texans to secure a playoff spot, which they haven’t achieved since the 2019 season.

Texans ruled out TE Dalton Schultz for Sunday’s game vs. the Jets.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 8, 2023

However, their upcoming clash against the New York Jets on the road presents a challenge, compounded by the absence of wide receiver Tank Dell, who is sidelined for the rest of the season. Adding to the setback, tight end Dalton Schultz will also be unavailable, according to information from Adam Schefter.

Both Dell and Schultz have played pivotal roles in the Texans’ success this season, with Schultz contributing significantly with 40 catches, 455 yards, and five touchdowns in 11 games.

As the Texans navigate the game without these key players, rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud, a standout in this NFL season, faces the task of devising new strategies to secure victories. Stroud currently leads the league in passing yards with an impressive 3,540 and holds the fifth position in passer rating at 101.2.

Stroud’s stellar performance has propelled the Texans to sixth place in total yards and second in passing yards. Despite the absence of key players, the team’s remaining schedule appears manageable, albeit posing some challenges.

In the upcoming weeks, the Texans are set to face the Tennessee Titans on the road, host the Cleveland Browns on Christmas Eve, and play against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 18. The outcomes of these crucial games will determine the Texans’ fate as they strive to clinch a playoff spot in a highly competitive AFC.