- Tank Dell
- #3
- Team HOU
- Pos WR
- Status PUPPhysically Unable
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Preparing for return in 2026
Dell (knee) is making progress and preparing for the 2026 season, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: There haven't been any notable updates on Dell during the regular season, but this confirms he won't be activated from the reserve/PUP list at any point during the playoffs. Dell is working his way back from a torn ACL, MCL and LCL suffered last Week 16 in Kansas City. He underwent multiple surgeries to repair the knee. Dell is signed through the 2026 season.
Published: Mon, Dec 29 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Moved to reserve/PUP list
The Texans placed Dell (knee) on the reserve/PUP list Tuesday.
Analysis: Dell will be required to miss a minimum of four games, though it remains to be see exactly when -- if at all -- he'll be ready to resume practicing. The 2023 third-round pick is recovering from a severe knee injury sustained last December. Nico Collins and Christian Kirk will kick off the 2025 campaign as C.J. Stroud's clear top two wide receivers, while rookies Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel compete for No. 3 reps.
Published: Tue, Aug 26 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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No timetable for return
GM Nick Caserio acknowledged Wednesday that there's no timetable for the return of Dell (knee), who is on the active/PUP list, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: While Caserio hasn't completely ruled out the possibility that Dell could return at some point this season, it's clear that the wideout -- who suffered a significant knee injury last December -- still has a way to go in his recovery process. With that in mind, Caserio noted that Dell is "in the building every day. He's working really hard, but we're not going to put a timetable on anything," a notion echoed by coach DeMeco Ryans, who added that the 2023 third-rounder is "crushing the rehab."…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 23 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Placed on PUP list
The Texans placed Dell (knee) on the active/PUP list for the start of training camp, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Dell is unlikely to participate this summer, as he is coming back from MCL, LCL and ACL tears suffered Week 16 of last season. He'll likely miss a good chunk of the upcoming regular season, if not all of it. Dell had multiple surgeries this offseason, with the first in mid-January and the most recent in early March.
Published: Wed, Jul 23 at 7:00am by Rotowire.com
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Progressing, but return timeline TBD
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans reiterated Monday that Dell (knee) remains without a timetable for return, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Wilson reports that Dell is making "steady and impressive progress with major steps taken" following a pair of surgeries to repair the MCL, LCL and ACL in his left knee after he was injured in the Texans' Week 16 loss to the Chiefs. There have been rumblings that Dell could miss most, if not all, of the 2025 season. In an effort to stabilize the wide receiver position following Dell's serious injury and the departure of Stefon Diggs in free agency, the Texans acquired Christian Kirk and then…read more
Published: Mon, May 5 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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Undergoing second surgery
Dell is scheduled to undergo a second procedure Wednesday to repair multiple torn ligaments in his left knee, Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Dell initially underwent surgery Jan. 15, the first of what was expected to be multiple procedures to address a dislocated kneecap as well as a torn ACL, LCL, MCL and associated meniscus damage to his left knee, which he sustained Dec. 21 while catching a touchdown pass in a loss to the Chiefs. Wednesday's surgery will reportedly be to repair the ACL. Head coach DeMeco Ryans said last week that Dell is "headed in the right direction with the recovery," but cautioned that it's "too soon" to…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 5 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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Will need multiple knee surgeries
Dell is expected to require multiple surgeries to address damage to his left knee, the first of which he's scheduled to undergo Wednesday, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old will face a long road back from the severe season-ending knee injury he sustained in the Texans' Dec. 21 loss to Kansas City. In addition to tearing the ACL, MCL and LCL in his knee, Dell also dislocated the knee and suffered damage to his meniscus. Given the nature of the injury and the multiple surgeries he'll require to repair the damage, the wideout's recovery will likely extend well into the 2025 season and potentially keep him sidelined for the entire campaign. The Texans…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 14 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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Placed on IR
The Texans placed Dell (knee) on injured reserve Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Head coach DeMeco Ryans noted Monday that Dell suffered a torn ACL and dislocated kneecap in Saturday's loss to the Chiefs, per DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com. The report also relays that Ryans added that there are "other things" Dell will need to get repaired when he undergoes surgery to address his significant injury. The 2023 third-rounder thus faces a lengthy recovery period, and in Dell's absence, Nico Collins, John Metchie, Robert Woods, Xavier Hutchinson and newcomer Diontae Johnson are in…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Out for the year
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday that Dell (knee) will miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL and dislocated kneecap in his left knee, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Dell will miss the remainder of his Year 2 campaign due to a pair of severe injuries sustained during Saturday's loss to the Chiefs, which occurred while hauling in a 30-yard touchdown from QB C.J. Stroud in the third quarter. The severity of Dell's injuries required that he was carted off the field and transported to a local hospital. Expect Houston to officially place Dell on IR in the near future and for him to undergo surgery to begin his recovery process. John Metchie (shoulder), Robert…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Dislocates kneecap Saturday
Dell suffered an apparent dislocated kneecap in his left leg during Saturday's loss at Kansas City, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Dell was injured as he reeled in a 30-yard touchdown from QB C.J. Stroud in the middle of the third quarter. He remained on the turf for some time as medical staff immobilized his left leg in an air cast before carting him off the field and transporting him to a Kansas City area hospital, where he's expected to remain overnight, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Per Rapoport, doctors still are determining the overall damage to Dell's left knee, and while surgery is a possibility, it has yet to occur.
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Will stay in hospital Saturday night
Coach DeMeco Ryans said Dell will remain in a Kansas City area hospital overnight with a "significant" left knee injury that he suffered during Saturday's loss to the Chiefs, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Dell had his left leg rolled up on while gathering in a 30-yard touchdown from QB C.J. Stroud in the back of the end zone during the third quarter. After teammates immediately signaled to the sideline for assistance, Dell's leg was immobilized in an air cast, and he was carted off the field. With a hospital stay required for further evaluation, he very well may have played his game of the season.
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Transported to hospital
Dell was transported to a Kansas City area hospital during Saturday's loss to the Chiefs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: In the process of hauling in a 30-yard touchdown from C.J. Stroud in the third quarter, Dell had his left leg rolled up on, and teammates immediately motioned to the Texans' sideline for assistance. The leg in question was immobilized by an air cast before Dell was carted off the field. Considering he's requiring a visit to the hospital for further evaluation, there's a decent chance Dell may have played his last snap of the 2024 campaign.
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers significant knee injury
Dell was carted off Saturday's game against the Chiefs after suffering a knee injury, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports. His leg was immobilized by a brace.
Analysis: Dell caught a 30-yard touchdown but in the process had his knee rolled into by a teammate. The second-year receiver had tallied six catches for 98 yards and a touchdown before suffering the injury during the early stages of the third quarter.
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies 86 all-purpose yards Sunday
Dell secured both targets for 26 yards and rushed once for 15 yards in the Texans' 20-12 win over the Dolphins on Sunday. He also returned three punts for 45 yards.
Analysis: Dell's receiving yardage total, modest as it was, qualified as the second highest on the Texans for the afternoon behind Joe Mixon's 33. Dell also recorded his longest rush since Week 2 with his 15-yard run, but he's now posted under 40 receiving yards in five of his last eight games overall. Dell will look to make inroads against the Chiefs' defense in a Week 16 road matchup on Saturday afternoon.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to one catch Sunday
Dell brought in one of four targets for 23 yards and returned one punt for 14 yards in the Texans' 23-20 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.
Analysis: Dell recorded his sole catch early in the fourth quarter, a reflection of how unusually quiet the speedy second-year wideout's afternoon was. Dell's target total also tied a season low, and his yardage was his fewest since Week 8. The 2023 third-round pick will now have a Week 14 bye to rest up before resuming a quest to snap what is now a five-game touchdown drought at the expense of the Dolphins in a Week 15 home matchup Sunday, Dec. 15.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Three long catches
Dell recorded three catches on five targets for 72 yards in Sunday's 32-27 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Dell saw his target volume dip as Nico Collins got more involved, though he made the most of the looks he received. He caught a long 39-yard pass early in the second quarter, with his other two receptions going for 17 and 16 yards. Dell is likely to get fewer looks in the offense with Collins in the mix, though he could be freed to work down the field with the majority of defensive attention elsewhere on Collins.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 6:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Co-team-high yardage total
Dell brought in four of seven targets for 54 yards in the Texans' 34-10 win over the Cowboys on Monday night. He also rushed once for four yards.
Analysis: Dell and the returning Nico Collins tied for the team lead in receiving yards and targets -- the latter with Dalton Schultz -- while checking in second in receptions. The second-year wideout now has at least four catches in four consecutive games, but he's only exceeded 50 receiving yards in two of those contests. However, Dell should continue benefiting from the defensive attention teams are forced to bestow on Collins when Houston hosts the Titans in Week 12.
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Earns nine targets
Dell recorded five receptions on nine targets for 39 yards in Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Lions.
Analysis: Dell had another game as the Texans' top pass-catching option with Nico Collins (hamstring) sidelined for another week. However, Dell failed to convert his opportunity, turning in a long reception of just 13 yards while also recording only one reception across the final two quarters. Overall, his disappointing season continued, as he's been held below 50 receiving yards in six of nine contests.
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 9:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Active versus Detroit
Dell (back) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Dell, who worked fully Wednesday and Thursday, approached the contest listed as questionable after being limited in practice Friday, but he'll be available to face Detroit, unlike fellow wideout Nico Collins (hamstring), who was activated off injured reserve Saturday but deemed inactive Sunday. In that context, barring any in-game setbacks or limitations, Dell should have an opportunity to remain a key cog in Houston's passing game in Week 10 while leading a WR corps that also includes Xavier…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to suit up in Week 10
Dell (back), who is questionable for Sunday's game against Detroit, is expected to play, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Dell popped up on the injury report Friday and logged a limited practice due to a back issue. While late-week additions to the injury report are often ominous, Dell appears set to play through the injury. Fellow wideout Nico Collins (hamstring) was activated off injured reserve Saturday and could be active Sunday, so the Texans might have their top two receivers available for a crucial contest against the Lions. It's important to note, however, that Sunday's game won't kick off until 8:20 p.m.…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 9 at 8:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Dell (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Lions after being limited in practice Friday.
Analysis: Dell wasn't on the Texans' injury report Wednesday or Thursday, so his addition Friday is notable. Meanwhile, fellow WR Nico Collins (IR, hamstring) was limited in his return to practice Friday and carries a questionable game status as well. Look for added context with regard to the duo's Week 10 availability to arrive no later than Saturday night or early Sunday via the usual posting of weekly injury updates from national reporters, but the Texans' 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff Sunday night complicates…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Eclipses century mark in loss
Dell secured six of nine targets for 126 yards in the Texans' 21-13 loss to the Jets on Thursday night.
Analysis: Dell was the last man standing of the Texans' top wideouts with Stefon Diggs (IR, knee) and Nico Collins (IR, hamstring) sidelined, and the second-year pro turned in a season-high yardage total. Dell also tied his personal best in targets for the campaign, and he should continue playing an integral role in a Week 10 interconference home showdown with the Lions on Sunday night, Nov. 10, even with Collins expected to return for that game.
Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 9:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Slots in as top wideout for Week 9
Dell is expected to step into a larger role in the Texans' passing game Thursday against the Jets with Nico Collins (hamstring) still sidelined and Stefon Diggs (knee) having been ruled out for the season, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Collins has already missed the Texans' past three games, with Dell producing an 11-92-2 receiving line on 17 targets over that span. Diggs has drawn 23 targets over that same stretch, but after he suffered a season-ending ACL tear in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Colts, the door is open for Dell to carve out a bigger role, along with Xavier Hutchinson, Robert Woods and John Metchie as well as tight end Dalton Schultz. Collins is reportedly on track to come off IR when first eligible in Week 10,…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 29 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets into end zone Sunday
Dell secured all four targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 23-20 win over the Colts on Sunday.
Analysis: Dell tied Dalton Schultz and Joe Mixon for second in receptions and finished third in receiving yards, but it took a seven-yard touchdown grab late in the second quarter to save the second-year wideout from a middling fantasy performance. Dell has scored both of his touchdowns on the campaign in the last three games, affording him some modest momentum heading into a Week 9 road matchup against the Jets on Thursday night.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Blanked in Week 7 loss
Dell didn't catch any of his four targets in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Dell was targeted in the end zone on consecutive plays on Houston's first drive, but the first went off his hands and he came down out of bounds with the second one, the latter of which didn't count due to a defensive offside. He ended up without a catch on three official first-half targets and was blanked on his only second-half target as C.J. Stroud threw for only 86 yards in an uncharacteristically shabby outing for Houston's entire passing game. Dell should continue to see additional…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Nine targets, TD in Week 6 win
Dell caught seven of nine targets for 57 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 41-21 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Dell didn't take long to step up in the absence of Nico Collins (hamstring), notching a 20-yard catch on the opening drive before eventually capping that possession with a two-yard touchdown reception. He finished with the team lead in targets, narrowly beating out Dalton Schultz (eight) and Stefon Diggs (seven). Houston's entire passing game took the foot off the gas after building a 20-point lead in the third quarter, but Dell is poised for an extended uptick in usage for the duration of…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Role may expand with Collins out
Dell could see additional targets for at least the next four games after the Texans placed Nico Collins (hamstring) on injured reserve Wednesday.
Analysis: Dell has posted more than 40 receiving yards only once this season and is still searching for his first touchdown of 2024 after scoring seven times in 11 games as a rookie in 2023 prior to suffering a season-ending injury to his lower leg. Through the first five weeks of the season, Dell has struggled to earn meaningful volume in the passing game while ceding the majority of targets to Collins and Stefon Diggs, but Collins' absence will allow Dell to take on a regular role in two-receiver sets.…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 9 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Four catches in return
Dell caught all four of his targets for 38 yards and rushed once for minus-5 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Bills.
Analysis: Dell returned from a one-game absence due to a chest injury but continued to play a much smaller role compared to his rookie season in 2023. He's averaging just 31.8 receiving yards per game and has yet to score a touchdown in 2024 after posting 64.5 receiving yards and scoring seven touchdowns in 11 appearances last season. Dell could see some extra volume against the Patriots in Week 6 if Nico Collins (hamstring) doesn't play after leaving Sunday's win over the Bills, which may present an…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning to action Sunday
Dell (chest) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Analysis: Dell didn't practice before he was ruled out for a Week 4 matchup with the Jaguars, but his chest injury improved enough for him to get back on the field this week. He was limited both Wednesday and Thursday before logging a full session Friday, thereby paving the way for his return to action. Dell will operate as the Texans' No. 3 WR behind Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs on Sunday, which so far has equated to nine catches (on 17 targets) for 99 yards and no touchdowns in three appearances this…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Reps capped Thursday
Dell (chest) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dell sat out the Texans' Week 4 win over the Jaguars with a bruised chest, but he looks to be trending in the right direction for Sunday's game against the Bills after turning in limited practices Wednesday and Thursday. The Texans will decide whether Dell carries an injury designation into the weekend following Friday's practice.
Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in return to practice
Dell (chest) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.
Analysis: His return to practice, even in a limited capacity, lends credence to reports from earlier this week suggesting Dell is expected to return for Sunday's game against Buffalo. He didn't practice last week and ended up missing a win over the Jaguars, which allowed Robert Woods to fill in as a seldom-targeted No. 3 receiver alongside Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs. The No. 3 role demands more usage when Dell is filling it, but he's seen his volume suffer considerably while sharing the field with…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Dell (chest/ribs) returned to practice Wednesday, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Dell is expected to return for Sunday's game against Buffalo after missing a Week 4 win over the Jaguars. He may be a limited participant in practice to start the week, but so long as he avoids any setbacks in his recovery Thursday and Friday, he should be in line to play Sunday.
Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 11:00am by Rotowire.com
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Expected back Week 5
Dell (chest) is expected to suit up versus the Bills in Week 5, barring any setbacks, Will Kunkel of FOX 26 Houston reports.
Analysis: Dell was held out of the Texans' 24-20 win over Jacksonville on Sunday due to a chest injury, which kept him sidelined at practice last Wednesday through Friday. The second-year pro is expected to rejoin Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs atop Houston's wide receiver corps versus Buffalo in Week 5, as long as he can avoid an aggravation of the issue. It will bode well for Dell's status if he's able to practice in at least a limited capacity Wednesday. Per Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 10:46am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Dell (chest) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Dell emerged from last Sunday's loss at Minnesota with soreness, which was clarified to be a chest issue on the Texans' first injury report of Week 4 prep. He proceeded to sit out practice Wednesday through Friday and thus won't be available this weekend. With Dell in street clothes, Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs will headline the Texans' receiving corps, while Robert Woods, Xavier Hutchinson, Steven Sims and John Metchie will be candidates to fill in behind the top duo.
Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice
Dell (chest) wasn't spotted at practice Friday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dell also missed sessions Wednesday and Thursday, so his apparent absence Friday doesn't bode well for his chances of being available Sunday against the Jaguars. Houston's upcoming injury report will reveal whether Dell heads into the weekend with any chance of facing Jacksonville.
Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Looks unlikely to play Sunday
Dell (chest) didn't practice Thursday and appears unlikely to play Sunday against the Jaguars while he manages bruised ribs, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: The Texans haven't officially ruled Dell out from playing Sunday, with head coach DeMeco Ryans noting Wednesday that he considers the wideout "day-to-day" while the team waits to see how he progresses during the practice week. However, with two straight absences to begin Week 4 prep, Dell doesn't seem to be tracking toward playing against Jacksonville while he contends with the injury, which he sustained late in last Sunday's 34-7 loss to the Vikings. Dell also emerged from the contest with a…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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Termed day-to-day by coach
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans labeled Dell as day-to-day after the receiver sat out practice Wednesday with a chest injury, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Dell appeared to suffer from sore ribs as well as an injury to his hand or wrist during Sunday's 34-7 loss to the Vikings, but his absence from practice Wednesday was attributed to a chest injury. In any case, Dell will have two more opportunities to resume practicing before a favorable home matchup against a leaky Jacksonville secondary that allowed four first-half passing touchdowns to the Bills in a blowout loss Monday.
Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice
Dell (ribs/hand) doesn't appear to be practicing Wednesday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dell continued playing after he took a hard hit to the ribs during Sunday's 34-7 loss to Minnesota, and he later suffered a hand/wrist injury on the final drive. Garbage-time production helped him to a season-high 62 receiving yards, but Dell may now be in some danger of missing a Week 4 home game against Jacksonville. He reportedly avoided structural damage, so a return to practice Thursday or Friday should put him on track to play.
Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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Managing soreness after Week 3 loss
Dell is dealing with soreness Monday after taking a hit to the ribs during Sunday's 34-7 loss to the Vikings, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Dell also got his wrist/hand banged up late in Sunday's game, but it looks like the second-year pro has escaped a rough Week 3 with only discomfort. In catching five of six targets for 62 yards Sunday, Dell actually put together his best receiving line of the 2024 regular season, though both Nico Collins (4-86-0 on 10 targets) and Stefon Diggs (10-94-0 on 12 targets) worked ahead of him. Dell will look to get fully healthy and take another step forward as the Texans prepare for a Week 4…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 11:20am by Rotowire.com
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Five grabs against Vikes
Dell caught five of six targets for 62 yards in Sunday's 34-7 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: The second-year wideout had his most productive game of the season so far as the Texans fell behind early and had to air it out even more than usual. Dell still finished third on the team in targets however, well behind Stefon Diggs's 12 and Nico Collins' 10, and that's likely to be the regular pecking order in looks from C.J. Stroud. Dell will try to build on this performance in Week 4 against the Jaguars.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggling in crowded WR room
Dell caught one of four targets for minus-3 yards and rushed three times for 16 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Dell got behind Chicago's defense in the third quarter but had a well-thrown ball bounce off his hands. The second-year wide receiver has had trouble recapturing the magic from his rookie year early in 2024 while ceding the majority of targets to Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs. Dell will look to get back on track in Week 3 against the Vikings.
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Five touches in Sunday's win
Dell caught three of seven targets for 40 yards and added 19 rushing yards on two carries in Sunday's 29-27 win over the Colts.
Analysis: The second-year wideout looked healthy, which was the most important thing after his rookie season ended early due to a broken fibula. While Dell's production wasn't impressive in his first regular-season action since December, his target volume was comparable to both Nico Collins (6-117-0 on a team-high eight targets) and offseason acquisition Stefon Diggs (6-33-2 on six targets). With Dell still apparently set for a significant role in the Texans' dynamic passing attack, he'll look to make a…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out exhibition finale
Dell (coach's decision) was held out of Saturday's preseason finale against the Rams.
Analysis: Dell continues to work with the first team offense despite the addition of superstar wideout Stefon Diggs this offseason and continued presence of Nico Collins as the No. 2 option. With C.J. Stroud looking like the real deal under center, the sophomore slot man may be a rare case in today's NFL of a true No. 3 receiver carrying "must-start" status in fantasy (a la Wes Welker with the 2007 Patriots). Dell has already proven his good health -- following last year's fractured fibula -- when he…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores TD in return to field
Dell scored a 34-yard touchdown on his only target in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over the Steelers. He also returned one punt for 22 yards.
Analysis: Dell found a seam down the field then broke away from a pack of Pittsburgh defenders to get into the end zone on his only reception. It was encouraging to see the second-year wide receiver suit up after a fractured fibula cut his rookie season short in Week 13, and even more encouraging that Dell looked like his usual explosive self on his touchdown catch. Houston's starters played only two drives Friday, but he may see more run in a preseason matchup with the Giants a week from Saturday.
Published: Fri, Aug 9 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for training camp
Dell (leg) is participating in training camp, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dell thus appears fully past both the broken fibula that he sustained last December, as well as a minor leg wound he sustained during an April shooting incident. With training camp underway, Dell has been working with Houston's first-team offense, per Bien-Aime, while in the process seeing his share of looks from QB C.J. Stroud along with fellow wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Nico Collins. During his rookie campaign, Dell racked up 47 catches (on 75 targets) for 709 yards and seven TDs in 11…read more
Published: Mon, Jul 29 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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Participating in OTAs
Dell (leg) is on the field for the start of OTAs on Tuesday with no apparent limitations, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: The wideout sustained a left leg wound as an innocent bystander during a shooting in late April, but Dell's already back on the practice field and running routes and seems to be an unrestricted participant to begin OTAs. The 2023 third-rounder has already recovered from the fibula injury he suffered last December, and he rejoins a wide receiver room that added Stefon Diggs as a trade acquisition and returns Nico Collins, Robert Woods, Noah Brown (shoulder) and John Metchie.
Published: Tue, May 21 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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Engages in workout Saturday
Dell (leg) ran and performed drills Saturday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Dell is recovering from what has been described as a "clean flesh wound" to his left leg sustained as an innocent bystander in a shooting in Florida in late April. The wideout's workout Saturday suggests that he's progressing well and confirms previous reports that the wound was minor. Given his activity Saturday, there appears to be a chance that Dell will participate in the Texans' OTAs, which begin Monday.
Published: Sat, May 18 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Full recovery from wound expected
Texans Chief Executive Officer Cal McNair indicated Monday that Dell (leg) is expected to make a "full recovery" from what the team has described as a minor wound that occurred during an April 27th shooting, the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: Though McNair didn't provide details on the nature of the wideout's injury, he noted "it looks like Tank will make a full recovery. We saw him in the office the other day and he looked good, in good spirits. But he'll have to rehab and get back to where he was." Per the report, Dell has recovered from a fibula injury that he sustained last December, but it remains to be seen if the 2023 third-rounder's participation in the Texans' upcoming OTAs will be impacted by the wound he sustained last…read more
Published: Tue, May 7 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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Sustains minor wound in shooting
The Texans have issued a statement relaying that Dell -- who sustained a minor wound as the result of a shooting in Florida on Saturday night -- has been released from the hospital and is in good spirits.
Analysis: Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, Dell is expected to make a full recovery from the wound he sustained during Saturday night's incident at a nightclub in Sanford, Fla. Dell is coming off a 2023 regular season in which he recorded a 47-709-7 receiving line in 11 games prior to sustaining a season-ending broken fibula Dec. 3.
Published: Sun, Apr 28 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets serious target competition
Dell (leg) and Nico Collins are part of a potent Texans receiver group that now includes Stefon Diggs, whom Houston acquired from Buffalo on Wednesday, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dell is now even less likely to match his massive target volume from the four-game stretch preceding his season-ending leg fracture last season -- he produced a 25-369-5 receiving line on 43 targets Weeks 9 through 12. He should still plenty of playing time, and he'll be part of an offense that could rank near the top of the league in pass rate and/or usage of three-wideout formations. While Dell and Nico Collins both had more success than Diggs working downfield last season, there's little…read more
Published: Wed, Apr 3 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Running full speed already
Dell (leg) recently resumed workouts with private coach Delfonte Diamond, who said the wide receiver will be "more than ready" for OTAs this spring, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Diamond told KPRC 2 that Dell "hasn't lost a beat" and has been running full speed. The workouts reportedly included sprints and sharp cuts, demonstrating that the 24-year-old has made great progress since a broken fibula ended his rookie season Dec. 3. Prior to the injury, Dell had three 100-yard performances and seven touchdowns in 10 games, including a four-week stretch with 369 receiving yards, 43 targets and five TDs right before the game he left early. He, Nico Collins and TE Dalton…read more
Published: Mon, Mar 18 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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Expects to participate in OTAs
Dell (fibula) noted earlier this month that he expects to join his teammates when the Texans take the field for OTAs this spring, Aaron Wilson, KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Per the report, Dell, who is reportedly making a speedy recovery from a broken fibula he sustained Dec. 3 against the Broncos, is expected to be a full participant in the Texans' offseason conditioning program. Beyond that, the 2023 third-rounder indicates he hopes to "hit the ground running" once Houston's OTAs commence this spring. At that stage, however, it remains to be seen how close to 100 percent Dell will be, but barring any setbacks, the 24-year-old wide receiver should be good to go…read more
Published: Thu, Feb 22 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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Making progress
Dell (lower leg) expects to return to the field when the Texans hold their first Organized Team Activities this spring, Michael Shapiro of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Prior to suffering a season-ending fibula injury in Week 13 last season, Dell recorded 47 catches on 75 targets for 709 yards and seven touchdowns in 11 games, including three 100-yard performances. Looking ahead, the 2023 third-rounder -- whose recovery is reportedly on track -- is poised to reclaim a key role alongside fellow WR Nico Collins in Houston's C.J. Stroud-helmed passing offense.
Published: Thu, Feb 22 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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Plans to practice this spring
Dell is making good progress in his recovery from a broken fibula and expects to be ready for OTAs this spring, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Ten and a half weeks removed from surgery, Dell was limited to coaching at Travis Scott's Cactus Jack Foundation celebrity softball game last Thursday, though the wide receiver moved around normally while playing catch with other participants. He started pool work in January, and there hasn't been any report of significant ligament or muscular damage accompanying his broken fibula. Dell plans to participate in spring practices and should be ready for training camp even if the Texans want him to…read more
Published: Mon, Feb 19 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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Coming along well
Dell (leg) started light pool work in January, and doctors have been pleased by the wide receiver's progress during rehab thus far, Will Kunkel of FOX 26 Houston reports.
Analysis: Kunkel notes that Dell is still a long ways away from being in game shape and wouldn't have any shot to play if the Texans had advanced to the Super Bowl. The third-round pick suffered a broken fibula Week 13, following four consecutive games with at least eight targets, 50 yards and one touchdown. Dell finished his rookie season averaging 4.3 catches for 54.5 yards and 0.64 touchdowns per game, despite exiting two games early with injuries and playing only 48 percent of snaps on offense Week…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 7 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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Moves to injured reserve
The Texans officially placed Dell (fibula) on injured reserve Tuesday.
Analysis: Dell suffered a broken left fibula during this past Sunday's 22-17 win over the Broncos and underwent a procedure to repair it Monday. Per Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com, coach Demeco Ryans confirmed after Dell had surgery that the wide receiver will miss the remainder of the campaign, so Tuesday's transaction was merely procedural. Dell will end his rookie campaign with 47 catches on 75 targets for 709 yards and seven touchdowns in 11 games.
Published: Tue, Dec 5 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Out for season
Coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed Monday that Dell will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery on the broken fibula he suffered in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Broncos, Ben Arthur of Fox Sports reports.
Analysis: Dell finishes his rookie season with 47 catches for 709 yards and seven touchdowns on 75 targets in 11 games. He also had 51 rushing yards on 11 attempts. Dell and C.J. Stroud were on pace to challenge all-time production records for a rookie quarterback-receiver duo, so Dell's future remains bright if he can make a full recovery, but his absence for the remainder of the season will complicate the 7-5 Texans' path to the playoffs. Noah Brown, Robert Woods and John Metchie likely will all see…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Undergoes surgery for broken fibula
Dell underwent successful surgery Monday to repair a fractured left fibula, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Dell sustained the injury late in the first quarter of the Texans' 22-17 win over the Broncos on Sunday, when he got tangled up with other players while blocking on Dameon Pierce's three-yard touchdown run. The Texans haven't yet confirmed that Dell fractured his fibula, nor has the team offered up a timeline for his recovery from surgery, but injuries of this sort typically require a 6-to-8-week healing period, according to Alexander. With that in mind, Dell looks set to miss the rest of the…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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Fractures fibula, out for 2023
Dell was diagnosed with a fractured left fibula after exiting Sunday's 22-17 win over the Broncos with what the Texans listed as an ankle injury, league sources tell Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston. The wideout is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
Analysis: Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans will likely provide further details on Dell's injury after the game, but the rookie third-round pick out of Houston looks set to sit out the rest of the 2023 campaign after X-rays revealed structural damage to his left leg. Dell -- who had been listed as questionable heading into the day with a calf injury -- didn't draw any targets before exiting late in the first quarter, when he got tangled up in the scrum during Dameon Pierce's three-yard touchdown run. After…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Done for day
The Texans ruled Dell (ankle) out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Analysis: As expected, Dell won't be able to return to the second half of the Week 13 contest after he was carted off the field upon injuring his left ankle on Dameon Pierce's three-yard touchdown run in the first quarter. Before his departure, Dell didn't draw any targets in the passing game. Dell had been listed as questionable heading into Sunday due to a calf injury, but he'll now be tending to a new health concern heading into a Week 14 matchup with the Jets on Dec. 10.
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Injures ankle Sunday
Dell is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Broncos with an ankle injury.
Analysis: Dell didn't draw any targets before he appeared to injure his left ankle on Dameon Pierce's three-yard touchdown run late in the first quarter. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, Dell was carted to the locker room, and the rookie wideout is expected to undergo X-rays and scans as the Texans aim to determine the extent of the injury.
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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Good to go Sunday
Dell (calf) is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Dell never managed more than limited participation in practice this week while dealing with the calf issue, but the injury won't keep him off the field Sunday. With Noah Brown (knee) also getting the green light to play after missing Houston's last two games, the Texans will have their receiving corps at full strength for one of the few times all season. Dell should remain entrenched as one of the top targets for quarterback C.J. Stroud after putting together a monstrous 25-369-5 receiving line…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Sunday
Dell (calf) is expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Dell is officially listed as questionable for Week 13, but reports have consistently been positive about his prospects of playing. The rookie wideout has scored in four consecutive weeks and gone over 100 receiving yards twice in that span. For one of the few occasions all season, Houston is expected to have each of its top six wideouts available Sunday; like Dell, Noah Brown (knee) is also listed as questionable, but both should be officially ruled in for the Week 13 contest upon the release…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 4:51am by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward playing
Dell (calf), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Broncos, is expected to play, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.
Analysis: Dell was a limited participant in practice both Thursday and Friday, so it always seemed as if the rookie would be available for the pivotal matchup from a seeding perspective. Fantasy managers should still check on his availability prior to Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, but it's possible Dell could see an uptick in targets if Noah Brown (knee) is ultimately unable to play.
Published: Sat, Dec 2 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable against Broncos
Dell (calf) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Dell was limited in practice Thursday and Friday after missing Wednesday's session. The rookie wide receiver picked up the calf injury in the Week 12 loss to Jacksonville, but coach DeMeco Ryans expressed confidence during the week that Dell would be available come Sunday. With Dell and Noah Brown (knee) both listed as questionable, a full picture of Houston's receiving corps against the Broncos likely won't materialize until 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at Thursday's practice
Dell (calf) was a limited participant in his return to practice Thursday.
Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday's session, Dell's return to the field one day later bodes well for his Week 13 availability. However, unless he practices fully Friday, Dell will likely approach Sunday's game against the Broncos with an injury designation.
Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 2:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Dell (calf) returned to practice Thursday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dell wasn't on the field for the early part of practice that was open to the media, but the rookie wideout was eventually able to take the field. The Texans will release their second Week 13 injury report later Thursday, when it will be known whether Dell was a full or limited participant. Houston listed Dell as a non-participant on Wednesday's report, but head coach DeMeco Ryans is optimistic about the receiver's chances of playing through the calf issue this Sunday versus Denver, per James…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Dell (calf) wasn't spotted at practice Thursday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dell didn't practice Wednesday, so what he's able to do Friday, if anything, at practice will be telling with regard to his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Broncos. If Dell ends up out or limited this weekend, the potential return of Noah Brown (knee) could provide the Texans with added wide receiver depth for Week 13.
Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice with calf injury
Dell (calf) didn't practice Wednesday, but the Texans are optimistic that he'll be available for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Per Wilson, Dell had imaging done on his calf after this past Sunday's 24-21 loss to Jacksonville. Dell's injury is regarded as relatively minor, but he'll likely need to increase his practice participation Thursday or Friday to get the green light to play against Denver. If the rookie wide receiver is unable to play, it would be a major loss for Houston's offense, considering Dell has piled up 25 catches for 369 yards and five touchdowns in his last four games.
Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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Extends TD streak to four games
Dell caught five of eight targets for 50 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-21 loss to the Jaguars. He added 12 yards on one rushing attempt.
Analysis: Dell scored Houston's first points with a seven-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter. He had a 62-yard catch negated by an illegal shift penalty and another would-be long reception ruled an incomplete pass after a Houston challenge, so Dell came close to having an even more productive game. As it is, Dell still extended his touchdown streak to four games, and the rookie wide receiver has caught 25 of 43 targets for 369 yards and five touchdowns over that span. Dell has also provided…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Team-high receiving yardage in win
Dell secured eight of 10 targets for 149 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 21-16 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Dell comfortably led the Texans in receiving yards by a wide margin while also setting the pace in receptions. The spectacular rookie also teamed up with fellow first-year star C.J. Stroud on a 40-yard touchdown grab in the right corner of the end zone in the second quarter. Dell now has four touchdowns in his last three games, a sample in which he's eclipsed the century mark on two occasions as well. Dell figures to be a key piece of the air attack once again in a Week 12 home matchup against…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs 14 targets in win
Dell secured six of 14 targets for 56 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 30-27 win over the Bengals on Sunday. He also returned three punts for 18 yards.
Analysis: Dell comfortably led the Texans in targets on a day when Nico Collins (calf) was sidelined, but he wasn't close to full efficiency. Nevertheless, the rookie turned in a productive day and was able to find the end zone for the fifth time this season and third time in the last two games on a six-yard grab to open the scoring for Houston on the afternoon. Dell next takes aim at the inconsistent Cardinals secondary in a Week 11 home matchup that could develop into another high-scoring affair now…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Snags game-winning touchdown Sunday
Dell secured six of 11 targets for 114 yards and two touchdowns in the Texans' 39-37 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also rushed twice for two yards.
Analysis: The rookie wideout struck for big plays several times during the wild victory, including on a 29-yard touchdown reception just past the midway point of the third quarter. Dell also came alive on the game-winning drive with a clutch 26-yard sideline grab immediately before his game-winning 15-yard touchdown reception with six seconds remaining. The 100-yard effort was the second of Dell's nascent career, while the multi-touchdown tally was his first. Dell will look to put together a successful…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to action
Dell caught three of four targets for 16 yards and had three carries for 15 yards in Sunday's 15-13 loss to Carolina in Week 8.
Analysis: Dell was back on the field after missing Houston's previous game due to a concussion. The Texans operated without Robert Woods (foot), so Dell (44 snaps) joined Noah Brown (40 snaps) and Nico Collins (40 snaps) in the starting lineup. Collins, Woods and Brown were the starting trio in Week 1, but Dell emerged as a viable option while Brown missed multiple weeks due to a groin injury. The Texans have not had all their wide receivers healthy since their opener, so beyond Collins being the No. 1…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 7:12am by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Week 8
Dell was a full practice participant Wednesday and has cleared the concussion protocol, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: The rookie missed a Week 6 win over the Saints and now is back in action after a Week 7 bye. Meanwhile, Robert Woods (foot) was held out of Wednesday's practice, though the Texans haven't indicated his injury is serious. Woods' status could have a significant impact on Dell's role this Sunday at Carolina, especially if the Texans still want depth receivers like Noah Brown, John Metchie and Xavier Hutchinson (foot) to get some playing time. Dell and Nico Collins have been the most productive of…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 25 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices Monday, likely for Week 8
Dell (concussion) took part in the Texans' unofficial practice session Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. "Getting Tank back is big for us. ... He's a guy we can count on for a big play," head coach DeMeco Ryans told DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com.
Analysis: While Ryans didn't officially confirm that Dell has cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, the coach's comments to the media suggest that the Texans fully expect the rookie receiver to be available for Sunday's game in Carolina. Dell missed the Texans' Week 6 win over the Saints with the brain injury, but a well-timed Week 7 bye seemingly gave him added time to recover. Through his first five NFL games, Dell has compiled a 19-324-2 line on 28 targets.
Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive for Week 6
Dell (concussion) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: Though Dell will miss the first game of his career after sustaining the brain injury in last week's 21-19 loss to Atlanta, Houston is hopeful that the Week 6 contest will be the extent of the rookie wideout's absence. Per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, Dell is said to be showing improvement after practicing in a limited fashion Friday, and he should be ready to play Oct. 29 at Carolina following the Texans' Week 7 bye. While Dell is sidelined Sunday, however, Noah Brown, John Metchie and…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to sit out Week 6
Dell (concussion), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints, isn't expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Dell missed practices Wednesday and Thursday before returning to the field as a limited participant Friday. Though he didn't put in a full practice this week, Dell took a questionable tag into the weekend, but Schefter's report suggests that the rookie wideout didn't clear the five- step concussion protocol. Dell will likely be inactive for Sunday's contest, but his status won't be confirmed until Houston releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the game's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. If Dell is…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 14 at 10:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable after limited practice
Dell (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints after being deemed a limited practice participant Friday.
Analysis: Though Dell wasn't on the field for the media-access portion of Friday's practice, he ended up going down as a limited participant on the Texans' final Week 6 injury report. Despite not having practiced fully all week, Dell may still have a chance at being available Sunday, though he'll first need to gain clearance from an independent neurologist before being removed from the NFL's five-step concussion protocol. If, however, Dell ends up unavailable versus New Orleans, John Metchie and Xavier…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 13 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Dell (concussion) wasn't spotted during the media-access portion of Friday's practice, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Dell also missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, so the wideout's continued absence Friday suggests that he's trending toward missing Sunday's game against the Saints. The Texans' upcoming injury report will add some clarity on that front, and if Dell is out this weekend, John Metchie and Xavier Hutchinson would figure to see added WR snaps in Week 6.
Published: Fri, Oct 13 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined Thursday
Dell (concussion) didn't practice Thursday.
Analysis: Dell has one more chance to practice ahead of Sunday's game against the Saints, but back-to-back absences from practice cloud his Week 6 status. If Dell is unavailable versus New Orleans, John Metchie and Xavier Hutchinson would figure to see added WR snaps for the Texans this weekend. Adding to uncertainty at wideout is the status of Robert Woods (ribs), who missed Wednesday's practice and was a limited participant Thursday.
Published: Thu, Oct 12 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Week 6
Dell (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday and isn't expected to be available for Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Dell is reportedly making progress as he works to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, but the rookie wideout looks like he would need to exceed current expectations in order to be cleared for Week 6. The Texans have a bye Week 7, so missing one contest would allow Dell almost three full weeks to recover in time for the team's Oct. 29 matchup against the Panthers in Week 8.
Published: Wed, Oct 11 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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In concussion protocol
Coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday that Dell is officially in the league's concussion protocol, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Dell was forced out of Sunday's loss to the Falcons in the second quarter due to be evaluated for a concussion, and Ryans now confirms that the rookie wideout has been placed in the NFL's five-step protocol. As such, Dell will require full medical clearance before being able to retake the field, putting his status for Week 6 versus the Saints in jeopardy. Fantasy managers will need to monitor Dell's progress as the week continues.
Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Sunday
Dell (concussion) has been ruled out for a return to Sunday's game against the Falcons.
Analysis: Dell was presumably diagnosed with a brain injury after he exited the contest late in the second quarter to be evaluated for a concussion when he hit his head on the turf while reeling in a catch. He'll finish the game with three catches for 57 yards on four targets. The rookie receiver out of Houston will now look to clear the five-step concussion protocol ahead of the Texans' next game Oct. 15 versus the Saints.
Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Getting checked for concussion
Dell is questionable to return to the second half of Sunday's game against the Falcons while receiving an evaluation for a concussion.
Analysis: Dell appeared to hit his head hard on the turf when he reeled in a key third-down catch in the second quarter. He'll get examined in the locker room before a determination is made if he's fit to return. If Dell's day is over, he'll finish the Week 5 contest with three receptions for 57 yards on four targets. He also carried twice for minus-4 yards.
Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet following breakout
Dell caught one of three targets for 16 yards, had two carries for 13 yards and returned two punts for 14 yards in Sunday's 30-6 win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Dell was a popular free-agent fantasy acquisition after a Week 3 breakout (5-145-1), but he failed to build on that performance. The rushing attempts, however, were an interesting wrinkle. Houston's ground game had done little the first three games before producing its first 100-yard game of the season Sunday. Dell remains third on the depth chart at WR but played nearly as many snaps (50) as Nico Collins (54) and Robert Woods (51), as the Houston offense is put more in the hands of rookie…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 6:21am by Rotowire.com
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Paces pass catchers in win
Dell brought in five of seven targets for 145 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 37-17 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.
Analysis: Dell led the Texans in receptions, receiving yards and targets during the upset victory, putting a punctuation mark on Houston's surprising 20-point win with a 68-yard touchdown grab with just under nine minutes remaining. Dell has quickly ascended in the pecking order of the Texans' air attack, now having produced a 12-217-2 line in his last two games while logging 17 targets in that span. Dell could continue taking away his fair share of targets from veteran Robert Woods and challenge Nico…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Upgraded to full Thursday
Dell (thigh) was upgraded to a full practice Thursday.
Analysis: Dell was limited in Wednesday's session but sounds ready to play for Week 3 against the Jaguars. With Noah Brown (groin) on injured reserve, Dell started alongside Robert Woods in Week 2 and played 79 percent of the offensive snaps. He posted a 7-72-1 line on a team-high 10 targets against the Colts. Dell has put himself on the WR3 map in fantasy.
Published: Thu, Sep 21 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited with thigh injury
Dell was listed as a limited participant in practice Wednesday due to a thigh injury.
Analysis: In the Texans' Week 2 loss to the Colts, Dell scored his first NFL touchdown while catching seven passes for 72 yards on 10 targets. The rookie third-round draft pick is poised to continue playing a prominent role alongside Nico Collins and Robert Woods for the duration of Noah Brown's (groin) multi-week absence. Dell will have two more opportunities to return to full participation in practice and avoid carrying a questionable tag into Sunday's game in Jacksonville.
Published: Wed, Sep 20 at 1:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores first career touchdown
Dell brought in seven of 10 targets for 72 yards and a touchdown in the Texans' 31-20 loss to the Colts on Sunday. He also returned one punt for 13 yards.
Analysis: The rookie was granted an elevated role due to Noah Brown's placement on injured reserve with a groin injury, and Dell made very good use of the extra snaps Sunday. The 2023 third-round pick tied Nico Collins for the team lead in receptions while checking in third in receiving yards, and he recorded his first NFL touchdown on a 23-yard catch in the fourth quarter that served as Houston's final points of the afternoon. Given his encouraging performance Sunday and Stroud's seemingly quick…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Could play more with Brown on IR
Dell is expected to handle an expanded role after the Texans placed on Noah Brown (groin) was injured reserve Wednesday.
Analysis: Brown will miss a minimum of four games, which may pave the way for Dell to play consistently in three-receiver sets alongside Robert Woods and Nico Collins. However, the potential return of John Metchie (hamstring) in Week 2 could further alter the pecking order at wideout. In his NFL debut against the Ravens last weekend, Dell had three catches for 34 yards while playing 37 offensive snaps, compared to 52 snaps for Brown. Dell had a productive preseason, and the diminutive rookie has a nice…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 13 at 9:07am by Rotowire.com
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Part of wideout rotation
Dell caught three of four targets for 34 yards and returned one punt for 14 yards in Sunday's 25-9 loss to Baltimore in Week 1.
Analysis: Dell, who played 37 offensive snaps (48 percent share), saw a smaller workload than Robert Woods (58 snaps), Nico Collins (54) or Noah Brown (52). The rookie splashed during preseason action, exhibiting chemistry with quarterback C.J. Stroud, but that didn't really emerge to kick off the regular season. The two should have plenty of opportunities to connect in 2023 if the Texans continue to fall behind in games.
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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Returning punts Week 1
Dell is listed second on the depth chart at one wideout position and will return punts Week 1 against the Ravens, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site reports.
Analysis: Dell sits behind wideout Nico Collins, who is slated to start alongside Robert Woods, and hopes to have an impact on an offense that ranked 31st in 2022. He developed an early connection in camp with quarterback C.J. Stroud, which raised expectations for the 2023 third-round draft pick. If he doesn't produce offensively, Dell could provide a lift on special teams; he averaged 17.0 yards per return and scored a touchdown as the primary punt returner for the University of Houston in 2022.
Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 6:41am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to action Sunday
Dell (hamstring/back) was active for Sunday's preseason finale, failing to haul in his lone target in an exhibition win over the Saints.
Analysis: Dell was able to return after missing last week's preseason tilt against Miami due to minor injuries. The third-round pick didn't record a catch Sunday, but he flashed his athletic ability when Davis Mills nearly connected with him downfield on the team's third offensive possession. The Texans appear set with Nico Collins and veteran Robert Woods as starters to begin the year, leaving Dell to compete with Noah Brown for snaps as Week 1 inches closer.
Published: Sun, Aug 27 at 10:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Dell, who was held out of Saturday's preseason game against the Dolphins due to hamstring and back tightness, was present for practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Wilson notes that Dell sat out the exhibition contest as a precautionary measure, and the rookie third-round pick's presence at practice supports that notion. As Week 1 approaches, Dell and Noah Brown, among others, are competing for slotting behind the Texans' presumed top two receivers, Robert Woods and Nico Collins. If Dell ends up claiming a key role early on this season he could emerge as a fantasy sleeper, but with rookie C.J. Stroud trending toward being the Texans' Week 1 starting…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 23 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with tightness
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said Dell (undisclosed) was "feeling some tightness" in his leg during pregame warmups Saturday prior to the Texans' preseason contest against the Dolphins, Deepi Sidhu of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Dell didn't play in Houston's exhibition loss to Miami, but Ryans said the rookie wideout "will be fine." His practice status will be monitored next week.
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Impresses in first action
Dell caught five of eight targets for 65 yards and a touchdown in Thursday night's 20-9 win over the Patriots in the preseason opener.
Analysis: Dell's performance was highlighted by a juggling six-yard touchdown reception along the sideline to end the first half. The local third-round pick has drawn praise during camp and had a long gain of 24 yards Thursday, ultimately leading the Texans in all major receiving categories. For good measure, Dell also returned a punt for 13 yards. In a relatively fluid receiving corps behind Nico Collins and Robert Woods, Dell will strive to keep his momentum going in Houston's second preseason game…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 10 at 7:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Praised by coach
Houston head coach DeMeco Ryans described Dell as "quarterback-friendly" following Sunday's camp session, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site reports.
Analysis: Dell, the former Houston Cougar, made a nice catch in front of fans, who erupted in cheers. Ryans called out Dell's ability to get open and route-running ability. Both Dell and fellow draftee Xavier Hutchinson have impressed early in camp and are in the mix for the final roster spots at wide receiver.
Published: Mon, Jul 31 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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