Hansen (ankle) is active for Sunday Night Football against the Lions. The middle linebacker was a limited participant in practice Wednesday before missing the last two sessions of the week. Hansen played 18 special-teams snaps in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets. The third-year pro has played on 98 defensive snaps this season.
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Team
Houston Texans
Birthdate
6/19/1998 (26)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'1", 230 lbs
Birthplace
Tarpon Springs, FL, USA
Position
LB
College
Illinois
Experience
3 seasons
Career History
Houston Texans
2022-Present
(3 seasons)
Hansen (ankle) is active for Sunday Night Football against the Lions. The middle linebacker was a limited participant in practice Wednesday before missing the last two sessions of the week. Hansen played 18 special-teams snaps in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets. The third-year pro has played on 98 defensive snaps this season.
Hansen (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions. Hansen appears to be trending toward not playing in Week 10, as he opened the Texans' week of practice with a limited session but followed that with back-to-back DNPs. If Hansen can't play through his ankle issue Sunday, Jamal Hill will likely serve as Houston's top middle linebacker.
Hansen (ankle) practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday. It appears the Illinois product picked up an ankle injury in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets, despite playing 18 special-teams snaps. Hansen's participation in practice Thursday and Friday will likely be the best indicator of whether he can play through the pain in Sunday's matchup against the Lions.
Hansen recorded seven total tackles (four solo), including one tackle for loss, in Sunday's 24-22 loss to the Packers. The Illinois product filled in for the injured Henry To'oTo'o (concussion) and played well, finishing third on the Texans in total tackles. Hansen has now played 181 total snaps (67 defensive and 114 on special teams) and recorded 15 total tackles in six appearances this season. He's expected to continue serving as one of the Texans' top backup inside linebackers as the year progresses.
Hansen (back) holds no injury designation for Sunday's game against New England. Hansen is now active after missing out on last week's win over the Bills. He'll return to the field likely continuing to only play on special teams as he has so far this season.
Hansen (back) did not practice Wednesday. Hansen missed Sunday's win over the Bills with the injury and remains sidelined for the start of Week 6 prep. His absence to start the week casts a shadow of doubt on his ability to return against New England; however, as an exclusive special teams contributor, his potential to sit out wouldn't impact the Texans' defensive game plan.
Hansen (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills. Hansen will miss his first game of the season due to a back injury. He's played exclusively on special teams this season, so his absence shouldn't impact Houston's defense.
Hansen is considered questionable to return. His absence will likely have more impact on the team's special teams unit than on defense, although it will thin the depth at linebacker while he is unable to play.