Montgomery's Status Unclear for Texans
Houston coach DeMeco Ryans offered no update on running back David Montgomery's groin injury ahead of Week 9.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Football
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans had no update Monday on running back David Montgomery, who has missed the team's last two games with a groin injury. Montgomery may be available for Week 9 against the Chargers, pending the Wednesday injury report.
Why it matters
Montgomery is the Texans' primary running back, and his availability will shape the team's rushing game against the Chargers. The uncertainty leaves fantasy managers and the Houston coaching staff without a clear timeline.
Montgomery's 2.7 yards per carry on 52 attempts places him among the less efficient options in the Texans' backfield this season. Whether he returns for Week 9 will determine how much workload the team can shift to its other running backs.
The players
David Montgomery
Montgomery is the Texans' running back, a veteran who has carried the ball 52 times this season for 138 yards and two touchdowns.
DeMeco Ryans
Ryans is the Texans' head coach, a former NFL linebacker who has led the Houston coaching staff through the team's current season.
The details
Montgomery missed the Texans' last two games with a groin injury, and the team had a Week 8 bye. Ryans did not provide a timeline for his return, and the Texans are expected to release their first injury report Wednesday.
Timeline
Monday: Ryans says he has no update on Montgomery's injury.
Week 8: The Texans have a bye week.
Week 9: The Texans face the Chargers, and Montgomery may return.
Wednesday: The Texans release their first injury report of the week.
Playoff Picture
The Texans' Week 9 game against the Chargers arrives after a bye week, and the NFL's Wednesday injury report process will determine whether Montgomery is available. The outcome affects how Houston's running game is positioned for the remainder of the season.
Montgomery's status affects fantasy lineups, with the Texans' rushing production hinging on whether he returns. Fantasy managers should treat him as a risky RB3 or Flex option until the Wednesday report confirms his status.
The takeaway
Monitor the Wednesday injury report before setting lineups, since Montgomery's availability for Week 9 is still unconfirmed and would make him a risky start even if cleared.
What happens next
The Texans will release their first injury report on Wednesday, which will clarify whether Montgomery can play against the Chargers in Week 9.
Further reading
Follow the latest on the Texans' injury situation in our Football coverage.
