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Texans Place LB Henry To’oTo’o on IR

The Houston Texans have officially moved starting inside linebacker Henry To'oTo'o to injured reserve. The 95-tackle defender sustained a shoulder injury during Houston's Week 1 clash with the Buffalo Bills, departing the venue wearing an arm sling.

His absence delivers a major setback to a defensive lineup that faced high expectations entering 2026 following an elite campaign in 2025.

Head coach DeMeco Ryans addressed the troubling development following a rough season opener where quarterback Josh Allen and Buffalo piled up 36 points in a victory over Houston. Ryans expressed frank disappointment in the defense's showing as the franchise quickly shifts focus to depth issues and an upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals.