Texans HC DeMeco Ryans Sends Reassuring Message on Tank Dell's Recovery
DeMeco Ryans says Tank Dell 'is on the right plan' as the Texans progress him carefully back from his devastating knee injury.
In a recent development, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans provided reassurance regarding the recovery of wide receiver Tank Dell. Dell, who was drafted in the third round of the 2023 NFL season out of Houston, had a remarkable rookie year, recording 709 yards and seven touchdowns on 47 receptions during the 2023 campaign. However, his promising season was abruptly halted in Week 13 when he suffered a fibula fracture against the Denver Broncos, leading to an early season exit.
Dell returned to action in 2024, playing 14 games before undergoing a more severe injury – a dislocated knee with multiple torn ligaments and a torn meniscus – which forced him to miss the entire 2025 season. Dell's return to the practice field in early 2026 marks a significant milestone in his rehabilitation process, as he participated in limited capacity, catching passes from quarterback C.J.
Stroud and running full-speed routes. Head coach Ryans confirmed that Dell is following the appropriate plan and expects him to progress based on his feelings and readiness. With Dell potentially returning for the 2026 season, he will join a Texans receiving corps that already features Nico Collins, Jayden Higgins, and Jaylin Noel, providing quarterback Stroud with four trusted targets with whom he has established strong chemistry.
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