Across the previous three seasons, when the Texans totaled 11 victories, Houston had three prime-time games. Houston hasn’t had four or more prime-time kickoffs since 2016, when the Texans won their second straight AFC South title – the fourth of six won in a nine-season span.

While Anderson could need time to ramp back up for full speed, he made it clear during Wednesday’s open locker room that he’ll be suiting up when the Texans take the field against their AFC South foe at noon.

An emotional defensive drive ends with a sack from Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. The reigning Defensive Rookie of the Year arrived on Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' blindsi

Danielle Hunter is used to homecomings now. The new Houston Texans defensive end dominated in his home debut Sunday night. Hunter had 1½ sacks and eight quarterback pressures in a 19-13 victory over the Chicago Bears at NRG Stadium,

Danielle Hunter, in his typical stoic fashion, said he's treating this Sunday's trip to Minnesota to play his former team just like any other game. "I'm looking forward to it," Hunter told Houston reporter Landry Locker.