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Texans promote Jamal Hill after To'oTo'o injury
Houston signs linebacker from practice squad to fill roster spot after Henry To'oTo'o lands on injured reserve with shoulder injury.
In brief
Houston signs linebacker from practice squad to fill roster spot after Henry To'oTo'o lands on injured reserve with shoulder injury. The Texans promoted familiar face Jamal Hill from the practice squad after losing starter Henry To'oTo'o to a two-month shoulder injury. Originally reported by Houston Texans On SI.
To'oTo'o headed to injured reserve
Veteran linebacker Henry To'oTo'o suffered a shoulder injury that will sideline him for roughly two months. The Texans placed him on injured reserve following their Week 1 loss.
Hill promoted from practice squad
The Texans signed linebacker Jamal Hill from the practice squad to the 53-man roster. He fills the hole left by To'oTo'o's absence.
Two month timeline for return
To'oTo'o is expected to miss around two months with his injured left shoulder. He won't be eligible to return until at least Week 6 against Jacksonville.
Ryans confirmed the absence
Head coach DeMeco Ryans hinted at the injury during his Monday press conference. The IR designation made it official after the Buffalo Bills loss.
Hill drafted by Houston in 2024
The 6-foot, 227-pound Hill is entering his fourth pro season. He was selected on day three of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Texans.
Converted from safety to linebacker
Hill has been a depth piece on Houston's roster for two years. He transitioned from playing safety to linebacker during his time with the team.
Limited defensive production so far
Hill has played 20 games with the Texans since 2024. He's collected 10 combined tackles and one forced fumble in those appearances.
Special teams is his specialty
Hill has logged over 350 special teams snaps in the past two seasons. His usage nearly doubled from 126 snaps to 239 last year.
Barely missed initial roster cut
Hill was in the mix to make the 53-man roster during training camp and preseason. He landed on the practice squad as a cutdown day casualty.
Now eligible for active roster
Hill is back on the 53-man roster rather than just a practice squad elevation. He has a chance to be active on game days any given week.
Expected to focus on special teams
Hill will likely handle special teams duties like he did in 2025. In games he was active, he played in 75% of special teams snaps.
Hansen or Woodaz for starting role
Veteran Jake Hansen got seven defensive snaps after To'oTo'o's injury. Fourth-round rookie Wade Woodaz also looked solid in preseason and could compete for the starting job.
The big picture
The Texans promoted familiar face Jamal Hill from the practice squad after losing starter Henry To'oTo'o to a two-month shoulder injury.
