Injury Updates: Texans' Mertz and Pitsenberger Now on Injured Reserve
The Houston Texans have placed quarterback Graham Mertz and running back Joshua Pitsenberger on injured reserve.
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The Houston Texans have placed quarterback Graham Mertz and running back Joshua Pitsenberger on injured reserve.
Ryan Flournoy is not expected to play in the Cowboys' first preseason game.
BJ Edwards, previously with the SMU Mustangs, has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners.
Colby McCalister is set to rejoin Baylor football after recovering from a knee injury.
Quarterback C.J. Stroud is confirmed to play in the Texans' upcoming preseason game.
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