Although Texans backup running back Alfred Blue was sidelined Thursday for the second day in a row with a calf injury, he remains upbeat about his status for Monday night's game against the Oakland Raiders.
"Yes, I'm optimistic," Blue said.
Blue got injured against the Jacksonville Jaguars last Sunday and hasn't practiced this week. He rushed for 23 yards on seven carries against Jacksonville.
For the season, Blue has rushed for 225 yards on 46 carries. He's averaged 4.9 yards per carry.
Running back Jonathan Grimes has been ruled out for Monday with an illness.