AFC Notes: Tank Dell, Alontae Taylor, Colts, Texans, Titans

NFL notes across the AFC highlight updates concerning the Colts, Texans, and Titans. In Houston, Texans wide receiver Tank Dell is set to return for his first game since sustaining a severe knee injury in December 2024, with head coach DeMeco Ryans focusing simply on getting him back on the field. Meanwhile, ESPN's Adam Schefter dismissed speculation that Peyton Manning would consider taking the Indianapolis Colts' vacant general manager position.

Elsewhere in Indianapolis, defensive tackle DeForest Buckner brushed off trade rumors following the dismissal of general manager Chris Ballard, stating he is focused on playing the Vikings. In Tennessee, Titans cornerback Alontae Taylor addressed his recent benching, noting that the role he was initially promised has changed since arriving with the team.