MAY 13 • DEADSPIN.COM
FOLORUNSO FATUKASI
24 TCKL •
0 INT •
1 SCK
24 TCKL
0 INT
1 SCK
Deadspin | Texans re-sign veteran DT Folorunso Fatukasi Deadspin | Texans re-sign veteran DT Folorunso Fatukasi
Returning to Houston The Texans re-signed Fatukasi on Wednesday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN reports.
Impact Fatukasi will return to Houston where he racked up 24 tackles (16 solo), with 1.0 sacks, across 11 games played during the 2024 campaign. The 2018 sixth-round pick will likely be in the mix to serve as one of the team's starting defensive tackles during the upcoming season.
MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Consistent production in 2024 Fatukasi finished the 2024 regular season with 24 total tackles (16 solo), including 1.0 sacks, across 11 games.
Impact Fatukasi was hampered by some injuries in 2024, including an ankle issue that forced him to miss the final three regular-season contests. Even though he played in five fewer games, the defensive tackle was able to match his tackle total from 2023. Fatukasi will enter the offseason as an unrestricted free agent and he may join his third team in three years ahead of 2025.
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Cleared to play against Bolts Fatukasi (ankle) carries no injury designation into Saturday's AFC wild-card game against the Chargers, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Fatukasi missed the final three games of the regular season due to an ankle injury that he suffered against the Dolphins in Week 15. He opened the week with consecutive limited practices but finished strong with a full session Friday. Barring any setbacks, Fatukasi should start alongside Tim Settle at defensive tackle in Saturday's playoff opener.
JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Practices Tuesday Fatukasi (ankle) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Impact Fatukasi missed the entire month of December with the ankle injury and played just six snaps since Week 10. The starting defensive tackle is expected to suit up for Saturday's playoff game against the Chargers. He brings a valuable run-stopping presence to the defense.
JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Out for Week 18 Fatukasi (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Impact Fatukasi hasn't played since Week 15 and has logged just six defensive snaps since Week 10, missing six of the last seven games to close out the regular season. He was unable to practice all week, so it's unclear if he'll be able to return for next weekend's playoff opener. Tommy Togiai, Tim Settle, Kurt Hinish and Mario Edwards have been soaking up the snaps on the interior of Houston's defensive line.
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Still not practicing Fatukasi (ankle) was a non-participant in practice Wednesday.
Impact Fatukasi missed Weeks 11-13 with a foot issue before returning Week 15 versus Miami following Houston's bye. However, he suffered an ankle injury against the Dolphins and has been sidelined for each of the Texans' subsequent two contests. Fatukasi hasn't practiced since hurting his ankle, so his ability to suit up for Sunday's season finale versus Tennessee is certainly in question.
JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Ravens Fatukasi (ankle) did not practice Tuesday and has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Baltimore.
Impact Fatukasi will miss a second straight game due to an ankle injury he suffered during the Texans' Week 15 win over the Dolphins. His next opportunity to play will be in Houston's regular-season finale against Tennessee on Sunday, Jan. 5. Tommy Togiai, Tim Settle and Mario Edwards should all see increased snaps at defensive tackle Wednesday due to Fatukasi's injury.
DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Kansas City Fatukasi (ankle) did not practice Thursday and has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Chiefs.
Impact Fatukasi injured his ankle during the first half of the Texans' 20-12 win over the Dolphins this past Sunday. The injury prevented him from participating in practice all week, and his next opportunity to play will be Christmas Day against the Ravens. Tim Settle, Mario Edwards and Tommy Togiai will all see increased snaps at defensive tackle Saturday due to Fatukasi's injury.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return versus Miami Fatukasi (ankle) was downgraded to out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact Fatukasi sustained an ankle injury during the first half that will leave him sidelined for the remainder of the game. His next chance to play will come Saturday versus the Chiefs. With Fatukasi out, Mario Edwards and Tommy Tagiai will step up into bigger roles alongside defensive tackle Tim Settle.
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Sunday Fatukasi has an ankle injury and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact The defensive tackle made one solo tackle before exiting. Fatukasi has 24 tackles (16 solo), including 1.0 sacks, on the year. Tommy Togiai and Mario Edwards are the next men up at defensive tackle.
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Ready for Sunday Fatukasi (foot) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins.
Impact The 29-year-old defensive lineman has missed the Texans' last three games due to a foot injury sustained in early November. However, he practiced in full Friday after opening the week with consecutive limited sessions, so it appears he's moved past the issue in time to suit up in Week 15. Expect Fatukasi to serve as one of the Texans' starting defensive tackles in his return Sunday.
DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play against Jacksonville Fatukasi (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Impact Fatukasi suffered a foot injury in Week 10 against the Lions, and he has not been able to practice since the injury. With Fatukasi missing his third straight game, Mario Edwards will likely serve as Houston's second starting defensive tackle Sunday alongside Tim Settle.
NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
DNP with foot injury Fatukasi (foot) did not practice Wednesday.
Impact Fatukasi was injured in last Sunday's loss to the Titans and was unable to return to the game. Mario Edwards, Tim Settle and Tommy Togiai paced the interior of the Texans' defensive line in playing time without Fatukasi last week.
NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return Sunday Fatukasi (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans.
Impact The 29-year-old missed the Texans' Week 11 win over the Cowboys and was unable to practice all week due to a foot injury, so it's no surprise he won't be suiting up Sunday. Expect Mario Edwards to see additional work with Houston's first-team defensive line in Fatukasi's stead in Week 12.
NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Estimated as DNP Fatukasi (foot) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimation.
Impact Fatukasi was sidelined for the Texans' Week 11 win over the Cowboys on Monday night after sustaining a foot injury the week prior, and Wednesday's estimated DNP suggests he could be in jeopardy of missing even more time. If the veteran defensive lineman cannot upgrade to at least limited participation either Thursday or Friday, he'll likely miss Houston's divisional matchup against the Titans in Week 12.
NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Week 11 Fatukasi (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Dallas.
Impact Fatukasi injured his foot during the Texans' Week 10 loss to the Lions, which has been severe enough for him to miss practice all week. The 2018 sixth-round pick will work on making his return for Week 11 against Tennessee on Sunday, Nov. 24. Kurt Hinish will join Tim Settle as the Texans' starting defensive tackles Sunday in Fatukasi's absence.
NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
DNP on Thursday Fatukasi (foot) did not practice Thursday, DJ Bien-Aime of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Fatukasi was knocked out of Sunday's game against the Lions due to a foot injury. He'll have two more chances to return to practice ahead of Monday night's game against Dallas. If Fatukasi is unable to play, Kurt Hinish would likely start at defensive tackle Monday alongside Tim Settle.
NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Done for rest of Sunday night Fatukasi (foot) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday night's contest against the Lions, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Fatukasi suffered a foot injury in the second half of Sunday's game and he'll be forced to miss the remainder of team's matchup with Detroit. In the meantime, Kurt Hinish will continue to see additional snaps at defensive tackle in Fatukasi's absence.
NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Sunday night Fatukasi (foot) is questionable to return to Sunday night's game against the Lions.
Impact The defensive tackle made two tackles (one solo) before exiting. Fatukasi has 23 tackles (15 solo), including 1.0 sacks, on the year. Kurt Hinish is his backup.
NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Active Sunday night Fatukasi (groin/shoulder) is active for Sunday night's matchup with the Lions.
Impact The starting defensive tackle was listed as questionable on Friday's injury report after missing practice all week. Fatukasi likely sustained the injury during Houston's Week 9 loss to the Jets, but it does not appear to be serious enough to force him to miss Week 10. Fatukasi has 21 tackles (14 solo), including 1.0 sacks, this season.
NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Could play in Week 10 Fatukasi (groin/shoulder) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions.
Impact Fatukasi hasn't practiced since likely sustaining a groin injury in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets; however, Friday's injury report suggests he still has a chance to suit up Sunday. If the veteran defensive tackle can't play through the pain in Week 10, expect Kurt Hinish to see increased work with Houston's first-team defense.
NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Opens week as DNP Fatukasi (groin) didn't practice Wednesday.
Impact Fatukasi played 30 defensive snaps and recorded two total tackles in the Texans' Week 9 loss to the Jets, but it now appears he picked up a groin injury in the process. The veteran defensive tackle could be in jeopardy of missing Sunday's matchup against the Lions if he's unable to practice in a limited fashion either Thursday or Friday.
NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
