The Rams have a favorable matchup with the 1-6 Texans on Sunday afternoon, but it could get a bit more difficult. The Texans are designating quarterback Tyrod Taylor to return from injured reserve Wednesday, opening the door for him to practice.
He hasn’t yet been activated from IR after missing the last five games with a hamstring injury, but it’s possible he’ll be on the field against the Rams on Sunday. That depends on his practice workload and whether he suffers any setbacks this week.
Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor slated to return to practice today and start his 21-day practice window. Should Taylor not suffer any setbacks and prove in practice that his left leg is healed from Grade 2 hamstring strain expect him to return and start Sunday against the Rams
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) October 27, 2021
Texans coach David Culley told reporters that Davis Mills will get the first-team reps Wednesday because if Taylor can’t play against the Rams, Mills will remain the starting quarterback. He’s not ruling Taylor out, of course, he just needs to see how the week goes before deciding on a starter.
David Culley: "Davis (Mills) needs the reps because if Tyrod (Taylor) can't go, he will be the quarterback. If we knew Tyrod was healthy to play this week, then he would get those reps"
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) October 27, 2021
The Rams are currently favored by 14.5 points, but that line could change if Taylor is announced as the starter for Sunday’s game.
