Texans activate Kayden McDonald and M.J. Stewart for Titans game

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  The Texans activated safety M.J. Stewart and defensive tackle Kayden McDonald for their Week 5 game against the Titans.

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  Stewart was returning from the physically unable to perform list while recovering from a knee injury.

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  McDonald, a rookie second-round pick, was returning from injured reserve after hurting his ankle ahead of Week 1.

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  The Texans waived quarterback Mark Gronowski and wide receiver Bryce Oliver to make room on the active roster.

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  They also temporarily elevated cornerback Bryce Hall and linebacker Kenneth Murray from the practice squad.

Who

The Houston Texans activated safety M.J. Stewart and defensive tackle Kayden McDonald.

What

Both players were added to the active roster.

When

October 10, 2026, ahead of the Texans’ Week 5 game.

Where

The game is against the Tennessee Titans; the venue is not stated.

Why

The Texans were adding defensive reinforcements for Week 5.

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