Kayden McDonald
NFL Injury Report

Kayden McDonald Injury Status

Houston Texans • DT
Latest Injury Status
active
A

McDonald logged full practice sessions Thursday and Friday and was subsequently activated from injured reserve Saturday. After carrying a questionable designation, the rookie second-round pick now has the green light to suit up for his NFL regular-season debut in Week 5.

Injury Details

Body Part
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Location
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Side
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Expected Return
Not announced

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Kayden McDonald Injury History

October 15, 2026
active
McDonald (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
October 11, 2026
active • Ankle
Sprain
The Texans activated McDonald (ankle) from injured reserve Saturday, though he's still questionable to play against the Titans on Sunday.
October 11, 2026
questionable • Ankle
Sprain
questionable
October 10, 2026
Injured Reserve • Ankle
Sprain
McDonald (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
October 9, 2026
Injured Reserve • Ankle
Sprain
The Texans designated McDonald (ankle) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.
September 23, 2026
Injured Reserve • Ankle
Not Specified
The Texans placed McDonald (ankle) on injured reserve Friday.
September 12, 2026
Injured Reserve • Ankle
Not Specified
ir
September 11, 2026
questionable • Ankle
Not Specified
McDonald (ankle) didn't participate in practice Thursday.
September 11, 2026
questionable • Ankle
Not Specified
questionable

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