Houston Texans running back David Montgomery will remain sidelined for Sunday’s game against the Cleveland Browns.
The team confirmed the decision on Saturday after previously listing the veteran on Friday’s injury report as questionable to play, according to Yahoo Sports.
Montgomery will not travel with the team as he continues to recover from a groin injury.
This absence marks the fourth straight game the running back has missed because of the lingering ailment, per the report.
The Texans organization also provided updates regarding other roster movements ahead of the weekend contest.
Cornerback Jaylin Smith will not be activated from injured reserve as he manages a hamstring injury.
Conversely, linebacker Jake Hummel is set to return to the active roster after missing time since Week 1 with a groin injury.
To bolster the depth of the team for the upcoming game, the Texans elevated linebacker Chad Muma and running back Dare Ogunbowale from the practice squad.
The team made these adjustments to round out the day’s roster moves, as noted by Yahoo Sports.
The decision to rule out Montgomery reflects the cautious approach the Texans are taking toward his rehabilitation.
The team remains focused on managing the health of its personnel as the season progresses through this critical stretch.
While the return of Hummel provides a boost to the defensive unit, the loss of Montgomery for another week requires the offense to adjust its strategy against the Browns.
The elevation of Ogunbowale and Muma indicates the coaching staff is prepared to utilize their full practice squad resources to compensate for the current injury list.
Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how these lineup changes impact the team’s performance on the field this Sunday.
The organization has not provided a specific timeline for when Montgomery might be expected to return to full participation.
For now, the focus shifts entirely to the active players who will suit up for the pivotal matchup in Cleveland.