Houston was unable to practice in any capacity throughout the week after hurting his hamstring in the Week 8 win over the Texans. The veteran linebacker's next chance to play will come Thursday against the Bears, though the short turnaround will make it challenging for Houston to recover from his soft-tissue injury in time to suit up for Week 10.
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Houston was unable to practice in any capacity throughout the week after hurting his hamstring in the Week 8 win over the Texans. The veteran linebacker's next chance to play will come Thursday against the Bears, though the short turnaround will make it challenging for Houston to recover from his soft-tissue injury in time to suit up for Week 10.
Houston had one tackle for the game before exiting the field. Amare Barno, DJ Johnson and Eku Leota are candidates for increased defensive snaps in Houston's absence.
Team
Carolina Panthers
Birthdate
1/21/1989 (34)
Status
Injured Reserve
HT/WT
6'3", 270 lbs
Draft Info
2011: Rd 3; Pk 70 (KC)
Birthplace
Chico, CA, USA
Position
OLB
College
Georgia
Experience
13th season
Career History
Kansas City Chiefs
2011 - 2019
(8 seasons)
Indianapolis Colts
2019 - 2021
(2 seasons)
Baltimore Ravens
2021 - 2023
(2 seasons)
Carolina Panthers
2023 - Present
(1 season)
Previous Game
15
Final
13
1
TOTAL
0
SACK
0
INT
2023 Season Stats
SK
TK
AST
INT
TFL
1
5
4
0
0