The Texans activated tight end Jordan Thomas from injured reserve-designated to return.
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Thomas cracked a rib during a preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams. He caught four touchdowns as a rookie last season.
The Texans promoted safety Jonathan Owens from the practice squad. Owens was previously with the Arizona Cardinals before joining the Texans' practice squad.
The Texans cut two players to create roster spots for Thomas and Owens: wide receiver Steven Mitchell Jr and defensive end Joel Heath.