News Summary
The Houston Texans have revealed their inactives list ahead of their Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams. Key players including wide receivers Kirk and Berrios will miss the game due to injuries, while rookie quarterback Mertz starts the season inactive. The Texans’ offensive line faces additional strains with injuries to guard Ed Ingram and center Jake Andrews. In contrast, the Rams enter the game healthy, although they will have to navigate their own roster changes. The upcoming matchup will test the Texans’ resilience amid injury setbacks.
HOUSTON – The Houston Texans have announced their inactives list ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, revealing significant injury challenges that could impact their performance. Notably, wide receivers Kirk and Berrios have been ruled inactive due to hamstring injuries, preventing them from practicing throughout the week. Additionally, rookie quarterback Mertz, who performed well during the preseason, will also be inactive as he begins the season behind designated starter C.J. Stroud and backup Davis Mills.
On the offensive line, projected starting guard Ed Ingram has been ruled out with a limited abdominal injury sustained during practice. This absence exacerbates the Texans’ offensive line problems, as they also faced a series of setbacks during the game itself. Center Jake Andrews suffered an ankle injury and was carted off for further evaluation. His replacement, second-year center Jarrett Patterson, stepped in after the injury. Further compounding their offensive line issues, left tackle Cam Robinson also incurred a calf injury during the game. As a result of these injuries, Stroud faced frequent pressure and was sacked three times.
In contrast, the Los Angeles Rams enter the game with their roster in comparatively good health. They had no players listed on their final injury report, suggesting stability heading into the matchup. The Rams did, however, list drafted rookies Jarquez Hunter and Ty Hamilton as healthy scratches, meaning they will not participate in the game. Additionally, running back Cody Schrader has been called up from the practice squad to serve as the team’s third running back.
For the Texans, the news of Kirk and Berrios being inactive raises concerns for their receiving corps, as both players were expected to contribute significantly. Their absence will place additional pressure on the remaining receivers to step up, particularly given the ongoing adjustments to the offensive line. These injury challenges come on the heels of a preseason that generated optimism around the Texans’ potential and their young quarterback Stroud’s abilities.
The matchup against the Rams represents a critical test for the Texans as they start their season. Team analyst John Harris has emphasized the importance of upcoming key matchups that could influence the game’s outcome. The Texans will need to adapt quickly and find ways to mitigate the impact of their missing players.
Moreover, the Rams have their own concerns with wide receiver Puka Nacua, who was evaluated for a possible concussion after suffering a hard hit during the game. As both teams prepare to clash, the dynamics of the game may heavily depend on how each side navigates their respective injury challenges.
As the Texans face off against the Rams in Los Angeles, the stakes are high not only for the immediate season but also for the long-term development of their rookie quarterback and the overall team cohesion. With a seemingly strong opponent in the Rams, the Texans will look to leverage their remaining strengths while addressing their injury-depleted roster as they kick off their football season.
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- Houston Texans: Inactives Week 1
- Wikipedia: Houston Texans
- Sports Illustrated: Jake Andrews Injury
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- Rams Wire: Rams Texans Inactives
- Encyclopedia Britannica: National Football League
- Hindustan Times: Puka Nacua Injury Update
- Google News: Texans vs Rams September 2025
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