- Cade Stover
- #87
- Team HOU
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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Two grabs in win
Stover caught two of three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Raiders in Week 16.
Analysis: Stover continued a support role at tight end behind starter Dalton Schultz. Since returning from a foot injury six games ago, Stover has seven catches (10 targets) for 45 yards. He's been given opportunities as a runner in short-yardage, red-zone situations the last three weeks, but that opportunity never presented itself Sunday.
Published: Mon, Dec 22 at 5:09am by Rotowire.com
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Contributes three catches in win
Stover caught all three of his targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 40-20 win over Arizona in Week 15.
Analysis: The Texans often rolled with multiple tight ends, and Stover had a season-high 41 snaps alongside starter Dalton Shultz (53 snaps). The position group combined for 12 targets, a team high for the day and a season high. Stover also had one rushing attempt -- another short-yardage situation in the red zone -- but the play was negated by a penalty.
Published: Mon, Dec 15 at 4:16am by Rotowire.com
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Used again as runner
Stover was not targeted in Sunday's 20-10 win over Kansas City in Week 14.
Analysis: Stover's did get a carry on a 4th-and-1 in the red zone, but the play was wiped out by an offside penalty. Houston settled for a field goal instead. It was the fourth time in the last two games that the Texans used Stover as a runner, but unless he gets used at the goal line, that usage won't provide him with any fantasy appeal.
Published: Mon, Dec 8 at 7:03am by Rotowire.com
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Adds new wrinkle in win
Stover caught both of his targets for 16 yards and had four carries for three yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Colts in Week 13.
Analysis: In addition to Stover's day job as the backup tight end to Dalton Schultz, the Texans gave him a side hustle as a short-yardage specialist in the running attack. All four of his carries were on 3rd- or 4th-and-one situations, including three inside the red zone. The first two worked, but Indianapolis stopped Stover on successive tries in the fourth quarter. It was a curious decision by the coaching staff to run Stover on 4th-and-one at the Colts' 17-yard line after it didn't work on third down.…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 1 at 5:39am by Rotowire.com
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Targeted twice in win
Stover was unable to bring in either of his two targets in Thursday's 23-16 win over the Bills in Week 12.
Analysis: Stover played his second game since returning from a broken foot suffered in the season opener. He was on the field for 20 snaps, which represents an increase from Week 11. He's not a big piece of the offense but is a willing blocker as the No. 2 behind Dalton Schultz.
Published: Fri, Nov 21 at 4:32am by Rotowire.com
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Untargeted in win
Stover played 14 snaps and was not targeted in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Titans in Week 11.
Analysis: He was activated off injured reserve and played for the first time since Week 1. Injuries in the tight end room led to Stover opening the season as the clear backup to starter Dalton Schultz, but a broken foot shut him down until Sunday. With Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder) landing on IR last week, Stover should resume his role as the top backup.
Published: Mon, Nov 17 at 5:56am by Rotowire.com
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Active versus Titans
Stover (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Stover was activated from injured reserve Saturday and is officially ready to suit up for Sunday's contest as the No. 2 TE behind Dalton Schultz. In Stover's only regular-season game in the 2025 campaign, he logged 36 offensive snaps where he caught all four of his targets for 22 yards. The tight end's return should open up more options for Davis Mills and the Texans' offense.
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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Off IR, still questionable
The Texans activated Stover (foot) from injured reserve Saturday, but he remains questionable for Sunday's game at Tennessee.
Analysis: The Texans swapped out Stover for fellow TE Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder) on IR, meaning the former is set to serve as the No. 2 TE behind Dalton Schultz in his first game action since Week 1, when he broke his foot and required surgery. Through 16 regular-season games as a pro, Stover, a 2024 fourth-round pick, has compiled a 19-155-1 line on 26 targets.
Published: Sat, Nov 15 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Stover (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Stover upgraded to a full practice participant Friday after logging limited sessions both Wednesday and Thursday, meaning he is trending up for Sunday's game. The tight end was designated to return from injured reserve this week, and with fellow tight end Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder) unable to practice Friday and ruled out this week, Stover's chances of suiting up for Sunday seem solid.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again
Stover (foot) logged a limited practice Thursday.
Analysis: Stover, who was designated to return from a broken foot this week, logged a second consecutive limited practice ahead of Sunday's game against Tennessee. What makes his situation interesting is that the two tight ends currently on the active roster, Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder) and Dalton Schultz (illness/shoulder), were non-participants for the first two practices of the week.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 4:58am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Stover (foot) returned to practice Wednesday after the Texans designated him to return from injured reserve, KPRC 2 Houston's Aaron Wilson reports.
Analysis: Stover had surgery on his foot in September after suffering a fracture Week 1 against the Rams. He's reportedly moving well at practice, but it's unclear at this point if the Texans hope to bring him back as their No. 2 TE this Sunday in Tennessee.
Published: Wed, Nov 12 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to return to practice soon
Stover (foot) is expected to return to practice soon, possibly as early as this week, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Stover is still on injured reserve after he suffered a broken foot in the Texans' Week 1 loss to the Rams, but his recovery has gone smoothly, and it looks like he's going to have a pretty good chance to play again this season. In his lone appearance this season, Stover made the start and played 57 percent of the offensive snaps, securing four catches for 22 scoreless yards versus the Rams.
Published: Tue, Nov 11 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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Nearing return
Stover (foot) is expected back within the next few weeks, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Wilson reports Stover is recovering well from a broken foot and surgery. He's already missed the four-game minimum and can be activated at any time, but it appears the tight end will be out until some point in November at the earliest. Stover's return will bolster the position, which has been impacted by injuries to several of its personnel going back to training camp.
Published: Thu, Oct 23 at 6:20am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to return this season
Houston executive vice president and general manager Nick Caserio said Tuesday that he expects Stover (foot) to return at some point in 2025, Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Stover suffered a broken foot in the season-opening loss to the Rams and was placed on injured reserve, which ensures at least four missed games. Caserio's comments suggest the tight end will be unavailable beyond the four-week minimum. While addressing the status of Houston's injured players, the GM lumped Stover into a group whose return timeline is "not as definitive" as it is with some other players.
Published: Wed, Oct 8 at 5:41am by Rotowire.com
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Officially placed on IR
The Texans placed Stover (foot) on injured reserve Wednesday.
Analysis: Stover suffered a broken foot during Houston's loss to the Rams in Week 1, and he'll now have to miss at least four games before being eligible to return to practice from IR. The Texans' tight end corps was heavily depleted even before Stover's injury, with Brevin Jordan (knee) and Irv Smith (ankle) both done for the year, hence the team's decision to sign Harrison Bryant off the practice squad to back up starter Dalton Schultz.
Published: Wed, Sep 10 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers broken foot
Stover suffered a broken foot in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Rams, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Stover started the Texans' Week 1 contest and recorded a team-high four catches for 22 yards versus Los Angeles before sustaining the injury. He was in a walking boot after the loss and is now likely to miss multiple weeks, though the team has yet to confirm the injury. With Brevin Jordan (knee) and Irv Smith (ankle) both on injured reserve and done for the season, Houston is already severely shorthanded at tight end. Veteran Harrison Bryant and seventh-round rookie Luke Lachey are currently on…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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Leads TEs in snaps
Stover caught four of four targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 14-9 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Stover's 36 snaps on offense were more than starter Dalton Schultz (34), which is surprising but unlikely significant. The Texans' passing attack struggled, and there were many packages used to jumpstart a dormant offense. Stover has history with quarterback C.J. Stroud at Ohio State, which gives him a level of fantasy intrigue, but Schultz is still considered the best fantasy option at tight end in Houston.
Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 5:17am by Rotowire.com
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Standing out in training camp
General manager Nick Caserio told reporters Thursday that Stover (collarbone) has stood out during the offseason and the early portions of training camp, Jared Koch of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Stover saw limited playing time during his rookie campaign, finishing with 15 catches (on 22 targets) for 133 yards and one touchdown across 15 regular-season games. He broke his collarbone during the Texans' wild-card win over the Chargers in January, but he has fully recovered from the injury and has made a good impression on Caserio and the coaching staff. Stover enters training camp in a competition against Brevin Jordan (knee) for backup tight end duties behind Dalton Schultz.
Published: Thu, Jul 24 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Needs surgery, out for playoffs
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed Tuesday that Stover sustained a fractured collarbone in Saturday's 32-12 win over the Chargers and will require season-ending surgery, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Teagan Quitoriano (calf) could be reinstated from IR later this week to give the Texans a third option at tight end behind Dalton Schultz and Irv Smith for Saturday's divisional-round game against Kansas City. Stover recorded four catches for 28 yards on four targets in the win over the Chargers and finished the regular season with a 15-133-1 receiving line on 22 targets over 15 appearances.
Published: Tue, Jan 14 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Sent to injured reserve
The Texans placed Stover on injured reserve Tuesday after he suffered a broken collarbone in Saturday's 32-12 wild-card win over the Chargers, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: The rookie tight end played 36 offensive snaps -- his second-most of the season -- and recorded four catches for 28 yards on four targets in Saturday's win, but he appears to have suffered the injury at some point along the way. Primarily used as a blocker during his rookie campaign, Stover recorded 15 receptions for 133 yards and one touchdown during the regular season. Teagan Quitoriano (calf) was recently designated for return from IR and could be activated ahead of Saturday's…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 14 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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Four catches in win
Stover caught four of four targets for 28 yards in Saturday's 32-12 win over the Chargers in the wild-card round.
Analysis: Stover set season highs in catches and yards in the playoff game. He finished with more catches and yards than starter Dalton Schultz (two catches, 23 yards). Stover's playing time could take a hit if Teagan Quitoriano (calf) is activated off injured reserve for next week's divisional-round matchup against Kansas City.
Published: Sun, Jan 12 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to full health
Stover did not catch his lone target in Sunday's 23-14 win over Tennessee in Week 18.
Analysis: Stover had missed Weeks 15 and 16 while recovering from an appendectomy but has since returned. He played a less-than-normal 19 snaps in his first game back and was at his usual level (36 snaps) for the regular-season finale. The rookie tight end gained a lot of experience in 2024 after Brevin Jordan (knee) sustained a season-ending ACL injury in Week 2. When healthy, Stover played 42.1 percent of the offensive snaps. That exposure, however, didn't lead to much production. Stover finished with…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 6:05am by Rotowire.com
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Upgrades to full practice
Stover (appendix) was a full participant in Monday's practice.
Analysis: Stover has missed the last two games after undergoing an appendectomy, but he's poised to return for Wednesday's Christmas Day game versus Baltimore. Stover has a 14-132-1 receiving line on 20 targets behind Dalton Schultz this season.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Estimated as limited Sunday
Stover (appendix) was listed as a limited practice participant on Sunday's estimated report, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Stover underwent an emergency appendectomy Dec. 14, which has forced him to be sidelined for the Texans' last two games. Houston didn't practice Sunday, so his practice participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his status heading into Wednesday's game against the Ravens. Irv Smith was signed to the Texans' active roster this past Friday, and he would serve as the No. 2 tight end behind Dalton Schultz if Stover isn't able to play on Christmas Day.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 7:05am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 16
Stover (appendix) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Texans.
Analysis: Stover will be sidelined for a second straight game after undergoing an emergency appendectomy this past Saturday. It's unclear whether he'll be able to progress in his recovery enough to play against the Ravens on Christmas Day. With no other healthy tight end on the active roster outside of starter Dalton Schultz, the Texans will likely elevate Irv Smith from the practice squad ahead of Saturday's game due to Stover's injury.
Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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DNP for Tuesday's walkthrough
Stover (appendix) did not participate in Tuesday's walkthrough.
Analysis: Stover underwent an emergency appendectomy Saturday, which forced him to miss Sunday's win against the Dolphins, and the procedure may force the rookie tight end to be sidelined for multiple weeks. Irv Smith could be elevated from the Texans' practice squad to the active roster for Saturday's game against the Chiefs and serve as the No. 2 tight end behind Dalton Schultz if Stover is ruled out.
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Out after emergency appendectomy
Houston downgraded Stover from questionable to out for Sunday's game against Miami after he required an emergency appendectomy Saturday.
Analysis: While the Texans relay that Stover is doing well and expected to make a full recovery, he'll likely be in store for a multi-game absence and could be a candidate for injured reserve. With Stover sidelined for at least Sunday's contest, the Texans will turn to Irv Smith to serve as the backup behind starting tight end Dalton Schultz.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 6:31am by Rotowire.com
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Late addition to injury report
Stover is dealing with an illness and is questionable to play against the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: Stover appears to have been afflicted with the illness during the weekend, as he didn't have an injury designation following the Texans' final practice Friday. The rookie tight end logged a season-high 57 percent of Houston's offensive snaps Week 13 against Jacksonville prior to Houston's bye and caught his first career touchdown pass one week prior. If Stover can't play Sunday, there'd likely be more opportunities available for Irv Smith, who was elevated from the team's practice squad…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 14 at 7:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Targeted once in win
Stover caught his lone target for four yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Jaguars in Week 13.
Analysis: Stover (37 snaps) was on the field nearly as much as Dalton Schultz (43), but the starter continued to dominate targets among Houston's tight ends. Injuries to Brevin Jordan (knee), Dalton Keene (knee) and Teagan Quitoriano (knee) have presented an opportunity for Stover, which should set the rookie up nicely for 2025, but Schultz is also signed for another two seasons.
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 5:18am by Rotowire.com
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Secures first TD in loss
Stover caught three of four targets for 26 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 32-27 loss to the Titans in Week 12.
Analysis: Stover caught his first touchdown in the NFL on the game's opening play from scrimmage. He wasn't the primary option on the play, but when he broke past the defender and was wide open, quarterback C.J. Stroud took advantage. This was the first week that Stover had more targets than starter Dalton Schultz (two), who has yet to reach the end zone in 2024.
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 5:51am by Rotowire.com
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Two touches in win
Stover caught both of his targets for 15 yards in Monday's 34-10 win over Dallas.
Analysis: Stover had multiple catches for just the third time in 11 games, but he did get his second red-zone look in the last three weeks. While his playing time has increased since Brevin Jordan (knee) suffered a season-ending injury, the rookie tight end remains firmly behind Dalton Schultz on the depth chart. Stover has 10 receptions on 15 targets for 102 yards through 11 games.
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 4:43am by Rotowire.com
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Multiple targets in loss
Stover caught one of two targets for two yards in Sunday's 26-23 loss to Detroit.
Analysis: Stover had multiple targets, including his first in the red zone, for a third consecutive week. Dalton Schultz remains the primary option at tight end, but Stover is enjoying increased attention due to injuries at wideout. The rookie tight end has eight receptions on 13 targets for 87 yards through 10 games.
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 4:12am by Rotowire.com
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Two targets in loss
Stover did not catch either of his two targets in Thursday's 21-13 loss to the Jets in Week 9.
Analysis: Houston was without its top two wideouts for the game, which presented an opportunity for a lesser-known receiver, such as Stover, to produce. However, that didn't materialize, as quarterback C.J. Stroud (eight sacks, 11 hits) was on the run most of the night, which impacted the passing attack. Stover has seven catches on 11 targets for 85 yards through nine games.
Published: Fri, Nov 1 at 6:16am by Rotowire.com
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Season-high targets in win
Stover caught two of three targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over Indianapolis in Week 8.
Analysis: The targets were a season high for Stover, who's seen an uptick in playing time in the wake of Nico Collins' hamstring injury that landed him on injured reserve. Collins could have company on the sidelines this coming Thursday against the Jets, as Stefon Diggs sustained what appears to be a serious knee injury Sunday, which is likely to leave Houston without its top two receivers for Week 9. That sets up a scenario where Stover could get additional opportunities, although it's likely the bulk…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 6:01am by Rotowire.com
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One catch in loss
Stover caught his lone target for 15 yards in Sunday's 24-22 loss to Green Bay.
Analysis: The passing attack struggled in this game, as quarterback C.J. Stroud was held to 86 yards while completing just 10 of 21 throws. However, Stover still saw his usual one target for the week. The rookie tight end has five catches on six targets for 66 yards through seven contests. Stover is firmly behind Dalton Schultz on the depth chart but has become more prominent, averaging 26 snaps over five weeks since Brevin Jordan suffered a season-ending knee injury.
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 6:11am by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in win
Stover caught both targets for six yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over Buffalo in Week 5.
Analysis: This was Stover's first game with multiple targets, and the rookie tight end has caught all four thrown his way for 51 yards (12.8 yards per catch). He's played 31.7 percent of the offensive snaps in 2024.
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 7:02am by Rotowire.com
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One reception in win
Stover caught his lone target for 27 yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Jaguars in Week 4.
Analysis: Stover's 27-yard catch moved the Texans to midfield on a drive that eventually resulted in the team's first touchdown. Brevin Jordan's season-ending knee injury has elevated Stover to the No. 2 tight end behind veteran Dalton Schultz. The rookie tight end has two catches on two targets for 45 yards.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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Makes first NFL catch
Stover caught his lone target for 18 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears in Week 2.
Analysis: Stover was once again the third tight end for the Texans, but the former Ohio State teammate of quarterback C.J. Stroud made his first catch in the NFL on Sunday. Opportunities are limited for the rookie, who is playing behind Dalton Schultz and Brevin Jordan.
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 6:00am by Rotowire.com
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Third TE in opener
Stover went untargeted over 15 snaps in Sunday's 29-27 win over the Colts in Week 1.
Analysis: Stover operated as the Texans' third tight end behind Dalton Schultz and Brevin Jordan. That should be the case going forward for Stover, who made the final roster after Teagan Quitoriano (calf) got injured during the preseason.
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Sticks around after cutdown day
Stover made the Texans' initial 53-man roster Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Stover's healthy status likely played a role in his winning a roster spot, as the Texans waived/injured fellow tight end Teagan Quitoriano (calf) and released fullback/tight end Andrew Beck, who was dogged by a calf injury during the preseason. Stover currently lines up as the third tight end behind Dalton Schultz and Brevin Jordan.
Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 5:13am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet afternoon
Stover was targeted once in Saturday's preseason game against the Giants.
Analysis: Stover had a quiet afternoon after shining a week ago. He and Dalton Keene played 22 snaps behind the top two tight ends, Dalton Schultz and Brevin Jordan. Stover and Keene are angling for the third spot on the depth chart, while Teagan Quitoriano (calf) has been unavailable.
Published: Sun, Aug 18 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Shines in preseason win
Stover caught three of four targets for 32 yards in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Stover was used early on and was a safety valve on one of C.J. Stroud's two completions. The tight end also bailed out Davis Mills later in the first half. Stover has caught five of seven targets for 58 yards through two preseason games. The Texans have injuries at tight end, as both Brevin Jordan (undisclosed) and Teagan Quitoriano (calf) did not suit up for the contest. That puts Stover, a 2024 fourth-round draft pick, in prime position to influence roster decisions.
Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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Moves up depth chart
Stover should see more snaps in preseason games due to Teagan Quitoriano (calf) being expected to miss at least a few weeks.
Analysis: Quitoriano suffered a strained calf during Thursday's preseason game against Chicago, which clears the way for Stover to emerge as the team's third tight end. Stover caught two of three targets for 26 yards Thursday.
Published: Sat, Aug 3 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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Three targets Thursday
Stover caught two of three targets for 26 yards in Thursday's 21-17 preseason loss to Chicago.
Analysis: Stover was the lone healthy tight end remaining after Teagan Quitoriano was carted off the field during the second quarter with what appears to be a knee injury. Neither of the top two tight ends -- Dalton Schultz and Brevin Jordan -- suited up and Dalton Keene was unavailable due to a leg injury. Pending Quitoriano's evaluation, the Texans may look to add a tight end in the coming days. Stover, drafted in the fourth round out of Ohio State in 2024, has history with quarterback C.J. Stroud and…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 2 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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