Houston Texans Rookie RB Woody Marks Minimizes Foot Injury Concern

Houston Texans fans can breathe a little easier this week. Rookie running back Woody Marks downplayed the foot injury he suffered during Sunday’s loss to the Indianapolis Colts, signaling that the setback does not appear serious. The update offers welcome reassurance for a Texans offense still evaluating its depth pieces during the preseason stretch.

Marks Says Foot Issue Is Minor

Marks briefly left the field after taking a hit that forced him to test his foot on the sideline. He later explained that the injury felt worse in the moment than it actually was. Although the team monitored him closely, he confirmed that he avoided significant damage.

The rookie has been working to earn snaps behind the Texans’ established running backs. His availability matters as Houston continues to build a balanced offense that can support quarterback C.J. Stroud in his second season.

Because the Texans train and play in Houston, lingering foot issues can become more challenging in the heat and fast turf inside NRG Stadium. Marks said he expects no such complications.

Why It Matters for the Houston Texans

Houston’s running back room is still taking shape. With several young players competing for roles, any injury could shift the depth chart. Marks has shown burst and good pass-catching instincts during camp, making him a potential contributor on third downs.

Even a minor injury could slow development for a rookie, but Marks’ reassurance helps the Texans maintain stability as they move deeper into preparations.

• The team gains flexibility as Marks stays available for reps.
• The offense keeps another option for rotational snaps.
• Coaches avoid reworking preseason plans around an unexpected absence.

What’s Next

The Texans will continue to monitor Marks this week, though he is expected to rejoin practice without major limitation. Coaches will likely manage his workload early to ensure the injury does not flare up.

Houston enters the next phase of preseason evaluations with several roster battles still in play. Marks will remain part of that conversation if he stays healthy and productive.

The Texans return to NRG Stadium soon for more training sessions and a clearer look at who will contribute early in the regular season.

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