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The Texans may soon face tough choices on both David Montgomery and Reed Blankenship

If the Houston Texans continue to steamroll opponents in the absence of David Montgomery and Reed Blankenship, will the team have to eventually make a couple of tough decisions?

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 8:05 PM
The Texans may soon face tough choices on both David Montgomery and Reed Blankenship
Key Things to Know
  • Clayton Anderson argues the Texans may face tough roster choices regarding David Montgomery and Reed Blankenship following recent team success.
  • David Montgomery managed just 78 rushing yards across four games after an explosive three-touchdown debut in Week 1.
  • Woody Marks and Jawhar Jordan combined for 99 yards against Jacksonville's top-ranked run defense in Montgomery's absence.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Clayton Anderson of Toro Times argues that the Houston Texans may face difficult roster decisions regarding running back David Montgomery and safety Reed Blankenship. Both veterans suffered recent injuries—Montgomery with a groin issue and Blankenship with a concussion—while Houston earned a Week 6 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars in their absence.

Anderson notes that Montgomery struggled with a 2.7 yards-per-carry average over four games before replacements Woody Marks and Jawhar Jordan combined for 99 rushing yards. Meanwhile, Blankenship has allowed 23 receptions and a 112.9 passer rating, prompting the writer to suggest head coach DeMeco Ryans consider alternatives like M.J. Stewart or Jalen Pitre.

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