Tytus Howard returns but Derek Stingley Jr. still out
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After Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. left in the middle of Week 3's game vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars, the team has issued a new update on the status of their star defender. According to head coach DeMeco Ryans,
Tytus Howard (illness) returned to practice while Derek Stingley Jr. (Obligue) remains sidelined. #Texans prepping Tremon Smith to start against #Titans @KPRC2 pic.twitter.com/i2XwYzUN1a — Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) September 25, 2025
Star cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. was among the three Houston Texans players who didn't suit up for the team's first practice ahead of their Week 4 division battle vs. the Tennessee Titans, while wideout Nico Collins was one of two limited participants himself.
The Houston Texans have two more opportunities to get their star cornerback, Derek Stingley Jr., back on the field for Week 4.