Houston Texans Place Cornerback Jaylin Smith On Injured Reserve

The Houston Texans placed cornerback Jaylin Smith on injured reserve after he suffered a hamstring injury while blocking on punt coverage in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys. A third-round pick in 2025, Smith played all four games this season, totaling two tackles across seven defensive snaps and 76 special teams snaps. The Texans also released wide receiver Treyvhon Saunders from the practice squad.