Wide receiver John Metchie III missed Houston’s game on Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs because of a shoulder injury. But on Monday, the former Alabama pass-catcher said he’d be ready to play when the Texans take on the Baltimore Ravens as part of the NFL’s Christmas doubleheader.

Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III (shoulder) appears ready to return to the lineup on Christmas Day against the Baltimore Ravens, and with ample opportunity within the Texans' offense. Wide receiver Tank Dell (knee) joined Stefon Diggs (knee) on injured reserve,

Baltimore Ravens at home on Christmas Day. The Texans are fresh off a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, while the Ravens had an impressive win over the Steelers. Here is a look the final injury report: Guard Nick Broeker (Hand) Wide Receiver John Metchie III (Shoulder) Linebacker Christian Harris (Ankle) Tight End Cade Stover (Illness) Defensive End Will Anderson Jr.

Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik said “you can’t replace a Tank Dell” because of his unique skill set. But if they were to try, Metchie could be someone close to that ability. Like Hutchinson, Metchie is eager for more of a chance in Houston’s offense but keeping in mind the reason for it.

The Houston Texans didn’t need to see what Baltimore’s Derrick Henry is doing this season to be reminded of just how dangerous he can be.

Metchie (shoulder) was listed as limited on Sunday's practice estimate, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports. The Texans played the Chiefs on Saturday, so the team didn't actually hold a practice a day later.

John Metchie was a full participant in his most recent practice, and looks on track to play in the Houston Texans’ Week 17 game against the Baltimore Ravens (at 4:30 PM ET on Wednesday). All of Metchie’s stats can be found below.

The Houston Texans lost much more than just their sixth game of the season Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs, as wide receiver Tank Dell will now miss the remainder of the season after suffering a significant knee injury.

Not only did last Saturday see the Texans lose just about any chance to seed higher than 4th in the AFC playoffs, the loss of not 1, but 3 key players cast a very dark shadow over the future of the 2024 campaign.

Dell, who suffered a similar season-ending injury last season against the Denver Broncos, collided with teammate Jared Wayne after hauling in a 30-yard touchdown pass from C.J. Stroud during the third quarter.

Houston Texans prepare to battle the Baltimore Ravens on Christmas Day at NRG Stadium. This, while the team faces tough decisions after WR Tank Dell.

The Houston Texans' game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday was supposed to be a litmus test.  After playing arguably their best defensive game in a win over the Miami Dolphins last week, this game would have truly showed if the Texans were capable of competing with the AFC's elite.