- Jawhar Jordan
- #22
- Team HOU
- Pos RB
- Status QQuestionable
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Jawhar Jordan, who saw his first NFL action in Week 15, has seen an increased role over the past two weeks, playing on 45.9% of offensive snaps.
Updated Wed, Dec 31 at 3:17pm -
Under contract for 2026
Jordan finished the 2025 season with 43 carries for 193 yards over four regular-season games. He added seven catches on seven targets for 34 yards.
Analysis: Jordan was signed off the practice squad in late in the season when both Woody Marks and Nick Chubb were hobbled by injury. Jordan had an impressive debut in Week 15, when he logged 15 carries for 101 yards in a win over Arizona. Once Marks and Chubb got healthy, Jordan served in a backup role and was inactive for both of Houston's playoff games. He's under contract for 2026, but the Texans are expected to reinforce their backfield during the offseason, so Jordan may not have a path to a…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 20 at 5:42am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Jordan (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's divisional-round game against the Patriots.
Analysis: Jordan, who sat out this past Monday's wild-card win at Pittsburgh due to a high-ankle sprain that he sustained Week 18 against the Colts, had approached the contest without an injury designation, but the running back won't be available versus New England after all. In his continued absence, Woody Marks will continue to lead Houston's backfield Sunday, with Nick Chubb next up for carries.
Published: Sun, Jan 18 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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Set to return Sunday
Jordan (ankle) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's divisional-round game in New England.
Analysis: Jordan sat out Monday's wild-card win at Pittsburgh due to a high-ankle sprain that he sustained Week 18 against the Colts. After opening this week with limited listings Wednesday and Thursday, he returned to a full practice Friday, which was enough for the Texans to clear him ahead of the weekend. Jordan thus will be in the mix for RB reps along with Nick Chubb behind starter Woody Marks on Sunday.
Published: Fri, Jan 16 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Jordan (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: Jordan, who also was limited at practice Wednesday, missed this past Monday's wild-card win over the Steelers while dealing with a high-ankle sprain that he sustained Week 18. However, the running back's ability to practice both Wednesday and Thursday, albeit in a limited fashion, offers hope that he could return to action for Sunday's divisional-round contest against the Patriots. Friday's injury report will reveal whether Jordan heads into the weekend with an injury designation or cleared to…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 15 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice Wednesday
Jordan (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Jordan, who is managing a high-ankle sprain that he sustained in Week 18, didn't practice last week before being ruled out for this past Monday's wild-card win over the Steelers. The running back's return to the field Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity, is a step in the right direction ahead of Sunday's divisional-round contest against the Patriots. If Jordan is able to return to action this weekend, he'd be in line to work in a complementary role in a Houston backfield led by Woody Marks,…read more
Published: Wed, Jan 14 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Monday
Jordan (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's wild-card game in Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Jordan came out of Week 18 with a high-ankle sprain and wasn't able to practice in any capacity Thursday through Saturday, so the decision to keep him on the sideline comes as little surprise. With Jordan set to be inactive, Houston's backfield options behind starter Woody Marks will be Nick Chubb, Dare Ogunbowale and British Brooks. Jordan's next chance for game action will come in the divisional round, assuming the Texans emerge victorious Monday.
Published: Sat, Jan 10 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Jordan (ankle) remained sidelined at practice Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Per Wilson, Jordan -- who was listed as a non-participant Thursday -- is dealing with a high-ankle sprain, which clouds his status for Monday night's playoff opener against the Steelers. If Jordan ends up limited or out, added backfield snaps behind Woody Marks would be available for Nick Chubb and Dare Ogunbowale, with British Brooks available to mix in.
Published: Fri, Jan 9 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Skips practice with high-ankle sprain
Jordan didn't participate in Thursday's practice due to a high-ankle sprain, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Though Houston has a longer turnaround for its playoff opener with a Monday matchup versus the Steelers, Jordan was a spectator to begin the week of prep after he was forced out of this past Sunday's regular-season finale against the Colts due to the injury. Before getting hurt, Jordan appeared to have overtaken Nick Chubb as the preferred backup option at running back behind Woody Marks, but the second-year player out of Louisville now looks like he could be at risk of being sidelined for the…read more
Published: Thu, Jan 8 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Sunday
Jordan (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Colts.
Analysis: Jordan injured his ankle during the first half of Sunday's game. The injury has been deemed severe enough for the second-year pro to not return and could impact his availability for the wild-card round of the AFC playoffs. Dare Ogunbowale and British Brooks are poised to see more snaps out of the backfield behind Woody Marks in Jordan's absence.
Published: Sun, Jan 4 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Hurts ankle Sunday
Jordan exited Sunday's game against the Colts after sustaining an ankle injury.
Analysis: Prior to that, Jordan carried five times for three yards. In his absence, Dare Ogunbowale and British Brooks are available to handle backfield touches behind Woody Marks.
Published: Sun, Jan 4 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Keeps role in Houston's backfield
Jordan rushed the ball eight times for 36 yards in Saturday's 20-16 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Woody Marks returned from a one-game absence to retake the lead role in Houston's backfield, though Jordan usurped Nick Chubb for the complementary role. Jordan chipped in decent gains of 10 and nine yards with his opportunity and looks to be in position to contribute to Houston's postseason run.
Published: Sat, Dec 27 at 6:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading rusher on 15 attempts
Jordan handled 15 carries for 53 yards while catching all five of his targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Nick Chubb (6-33-0) got the start in place of Woody Marks (ankle) on Sunday, but it was Jordan who paced the Texans' backfield in touches and production in the win. Jordan was signed from the practice squad early in the week to help address the team's running-back situation. The 2024 sixth-round pick averaged under four yards per carry and failed to hit pay dirt, resulting in a pedestrian fantasy score. Marks was able to get in a limited practice before ultimately being ruled out for Week 16,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 21 at 8:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Added to roster
The Texans signed Jordan off their practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: Houston still had the ability to elevate Jordan from the practice squad on two more occasions, but the Texans evidently didn't want to risk him getting poached by another team following his impressive showing in his NFL debut during Sunday's 40-20 win over the Cardinals. With Nick Chubb (ribs) inactive for the contest and with Woody Marks (ankle) missing the entire second half, Jordan stepped in and carried the ball 15 times for 101 yards to go with two receptions for 17 yards. Jordan should…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 16 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with practice squad
Jordan reverted to the Texans' practice squad Monday.
Analysis: Jordan was elevated for Week 15 and made his NFL debut in Sunday's 40-20 win over the Cardinals. Though he wasn't expected to take on a prominent role Sunday, Jordan ended up seeing ample work with Nick Chubb (ribs) inactive for the contest and with Woody Marks missing the entire second half with an ankle injury. Jordan turned 15 carries into 101 yards while reeling in both of his targets for 17 yards in the team's win. He notably played 28 of the team's 67 offensive snaps, seven more than…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 15 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Tops century mark in rushing yards
Jordan carried the ball 15 times for 101 yards and caught both his targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 40-20 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Nick Chubb (ribs) was inactive, and Woody Marks picked up an ankle injury in the first quarter and didn't return in the second half, which left Jordan to handle the bulk of the work in the backfield to close out the rout. The 2024 sixth-round pick took full advantage of the first action of his NFL career with an outstanding performance. The score was 23-7 at halftime, which may have contributed to the decision to shut down Marks, and it's not clear yet how much time Chubb might need to miss. At…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 14 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Chance for pro debut
Jordan was elevated from Houston's practice squad to the active roster Saturday.
Analysis: Jordan has been on Houston's practice squad for nearly the entire season. This marks his first elevation of the campaign and a chance to appear in his first NFL game since entering the league in 2024.
Published: Sat, Dec 13 at 5:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with Houston
The Texans signed Jordan to the practice squad Saturday.
Analysis: The Texans cut Jordan from the practice squad in late October, but the second-year pro has opted to return to Houston. He has yet to appear in a regular-season game since the Texans selected him in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Published: Sat, Nov 8 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Out in Houston
Jordan was cut from the Texans' practice squad Wednesday.
Analysis: The 2024 sixth-round pick from Louisville landed with the Texans' practice squad after failing to make the initial 53-man roster in late August. However, the team has now decided to move in another direction. Jordan has yet to make his NFL debut after posting 1,374 total yards and 14 touchdowns on 202 touches during his final collegiate season in 2023.
Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 9:54am by Rotowire.com
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Remaining with Houston on PS
The Texans signed Jordan to their practice squad Thursday.
Analysis: Jordan was featured heavily by the Texans during the preseason slate, so it's no surprise that he's sticking with the team on the practice squad. The 26-year-old has yet to see any regular-season action after Houston selected him in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Published: Thu, Aug 28 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't make roster
Houston waived Jordan on Tuesday.
Analysis: Jordan was a sixth-round selection by the Texans in the 2024 NFL Draft. He didn't get into any regular-season games last year, as he spent most of the campaign on Houston's practice squad. Jordan was the Texans' leading rusher during the preseason slate, tallying 88 yards on 24 carries, though that's an average of just 3.7 YPC. He's a logical candidate for the team's practice squad if he clears waivers.
Published: Tue, Aug 26 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads backs in preseason finale
Jordan had 13 carries for 55 yards in Saturday's 26-7 preseason win over the Lions.
Analysis: All of Jordan's work came during the second half of the preseason finale, which indicates the Texans are unlikely to grant him a spot on the initial 53-man roster. There may be an available spot if Joe Mixon (ankle) opens the regular season on the reserve/non-football injury list, but that opening could go to British Brooks, who brings versatility on special teams and an ability to play fullback.
Published: Mon, Aug 25 at 4:55am by Rotowire.com
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Inks new deal with Houston
The Texans signed Jordan to a reserve/future contract Wednesday.
Analysis: Jordan spent the majority of his 2024 campaign with Houston's practice squad after missing time with an oblique injury early in the season. The 2024 sixth-round pick from Louisville has yet to make his NFL regular-season debut, but he's likely to have the opportunity to compete for a depth role in the Texans' backfield as the offseason progresses.
Published: Wed, Jan 22 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Brought back by Houston
The Texans signed Jordan (oblique) to the practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: Jordan was moved to the Texans' injured reserve after being waived with an injury designation at the end of training camp. He was set to miss the entire regular season, but the two sides were able to reach an injury settlement in early September. Jordan appears to be fully healthy from his oblique injury, and the rookie sixth-round pick will be available for a game-day elevation if the Texans need additional depth at running back.
Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 2:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Reaches injury settlement
The Texans waived Jordan (undisclosed) from injured reserve with a settlement Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Jordan was selected by the Texans in the sixth round of the draft back in April but his tenure with the team has come to an end. The 25-year-old will focus on getting healthy and then look to catch on with another team.
Published: Tue, Sep 3 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to IR
Jordan (undisclosed) reverted to injured reserve Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Per the report, the running back plans to do an injury settlement with the Texans at some point, which would giving him a chance to play in 2024 once he's healthy. Jordan had 21 carries for 55 yards and five catches for 49 yards in four preseason appearances with Houston. The rookie was drafted in the sixth round by Houston back in April.
Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Houston
Jordan (undisclosed) was waived/injured by the Texans on Tuesday.
Analysis: Across his four preseason outings with the Texans, Jordan had 21 carries for 55 yards and added five catches on six targets for 49 yards. If he goes unclaimed off waivers, he'll revert to Houston's injured reserve and be forced to sit for the entire 2024 season unless an injury settlement is reached.
Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 5:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading rusher Friday
Jordan had six carries for 22 yards in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Jordan led the Texans in rushing, but it was all accumulated in the fourth quarter, which indicates a long climb to win a roster spot. He was used as a returner on kickoffs in the Hall of Fame Game last week but did not get that opportunity Friday.
Published: Sat, Aug 10 at 6:18am by Rotowire.com
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Used as returner
Jordan logged three carries for five yards and returned one kickoff for 15 yards in Thursday's 21-17 preseason loss to Chicago.
Analysis: Houston's top two backs were held out of the game, giving Jordan, Cam Akers and Dare Ogunbowale opportunities to impress the coaching staff. Jordan also rotated in on the kickoff-return team with Steven Sims and Johnny Johnson. Ogunbowale is likely the leader among the three at running back given his experience in the system, but a return job could be winnable for Jordan.
Published: Fri, Aug 2 at 6:13am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Thursday
Jordan and Dameon Pierce are expected to play extensively in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game against the Bears, Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans plans to sit several key starters, including lead back Joe Mixon, who is dealing with a hamstring injury. Wilson adds that Jordan has had a string of good practices in which he's shown some skill as a pass-catching back. His background and feel for a zone-scheme rushing attack from his college days could push Pierce, who had difficulty adjusting to the offense in 2023, for the second spot on the depth chart.
Published: Tue, Jul 30 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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