Dameon Pierce: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Houston Texans News / Sporting News / August 23

Texans RB depth chart: Will Nick Chubb or Dameon Pierce start if Joe Mixon begins season injured?

With Joe Mixon dealing with an injury, we discuss if Nick Chubb or Dameon Pierce will be the Texans starting running back as the 2025 season begins.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

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Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Texans Activate RB Dameon Pierce From PUP List

Per the wire, the Texans have activated RB Dameon Pierce from the physically unable to perform list. Pierce, 25, was a fourth-round pick by the Texans out of Florida in the 2022 NFL Draft.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Texans RB Joe Mixon’s Preseason Status in Jeopardy after Latest Injury News

The Houston Texans' starting running back competition may have narrowed a little after an injury update to their star tailback. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Texans running back Joe Mixon is expected to be out an "extended period of time" as he deals with a frustrating foot injury.

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 22

Insider Reveals Status Update on Texans RB Dameon Pierce

Heading into training camp right around the corner for the Houston Texans, it looks like one member of their backfield will be fully healthy entering the fold.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 18

Texans Linked to Trade With Cowboys Before Training Camp

The Houston Texans have certainly made a couple of intriguing additions to their backfield this offseason, selecting Woody Marks in the NFL Draft and then signing Nick Chubb in free agency.

Houston Texans News / Battle Red Blog / July 14

Texans Camp Questions: Dameon Pierce

Will the former star rookie be there in September? Training camp is right around the corner for your Houston Texans. Guys will be there to start officially on July 23rd.

NFL News / Inside The Star / June 11

Odd Man Out in Houston—Dallas Must Make a Move

The Houston Texans continue to retool their roster for a Super Bowl run, and their backfield overhaul could have ripple effects across the NFL. With Joe Mixon entrenched as the starter and the recent addition of Nick Chubb as his backup, third-year back Dameon Pierce finds himself on the outside looking in.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / June 10

Why the New York Giants Should Trade for Houston Texans' Dameon Pierce

The Houston Texans have an embarrassment of riches at running back right now, and Dameon Pierce is a name that they could end up moving on from. After the Texans made the signing of Nick Chubb, a former Browns legend, official, they don't have much reason to keep three potential contributors at the position on the roster.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 28

Houston Texans Weapon Raises Red Flags With OTA Decision

The Houston Texans kicked off organized team activities on Wednesday, and there were a bunch of veterans who were not in attendance. However, one player's decision stuck out more than anyone else: running back Dameon Pierce.

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As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 26

Houston Texans Insider Provides Major Update on Dameon Pierce

With the Houston Texans' OTAs sitting right around the corner, don't be surprised if you see running back Dameon Pierce getting some extended reps in this offense's backfield.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 25

Houston Texans Running Back's Future Very Much in Doubt

It’s been quite the career so far for Houston Texans’ running back Dameon Pierce. After rushing for 939 yards in his rookie season, the former fourth rounder out of Florida has slowly lost his role within the offense.

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Houston Texans News / Toro Times / May 25

Former Florida star is quietly on the Texans' chopping block

Former Florida standout Dameon Pierce, once seen as the Houston Texans’ future at running back, is now facing an uncertain future with the team as he enters the final year of his rookie contract.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 2

Texans continue looking for help in RB room

The Texans carried five running backs on their 53-man roster last year. All five return to the roster in 2025, but that hasn’t stopped Houston from exploring plenty of other options.

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 14

3 Teams Who Could Trade for Houston Texans RB Dameon Pierce

The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner, which is the perfect time for the Houston Texans to retool their franchise with key players. However, there's a chance that general manager Nick Caserio could move off of some of his current players in order to receive more draft capital.

Houston Texans News / Gridiron Heroics / April 13

Houston Texans: Offensive Weapon Pinpointed as Potential Trade Bait

It used to seem that Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce was bound to become a star in the NFL. That was after he rushed for 939 yards and four touchdowns in 13 games (all starts) in his rookie season in 2022.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 12

Texans RB Revealed as Team's Most Likely Trade Candidate

Could the Houston Texans look to make a bold trade ahead of this month's upcoming NFL draft? In the eyes of some, the idea may not be far out of the realm

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 11

Houston Texans Urged to Cut Ties With Frustrating Weapon

The Houston Texans have a bell cow running back in Joe Mixon leading the way, and he ultimately made the Pro Bowl this past season for his efforts. However, Mixon is getting older, and he has a ton of mileage on his legs.

NFL News / Battle Red Blog / January 7

Value of Things: By the Numbers— Texans vs. Titans

What was the good, bad, and ugly from the regular season finale Sunday’s tilt between your Houston Texans and the hated Tennessee Titans was about as anti-climatic as you can get.

NFL News / Battle Red Blog / January 6

Dameon Pierce runs all over the Tennessee Titans

If you’re gonna have a break out game... For the second time the Tennessee Titans have chosen to wear Houston Oilers uniforms when facing the Houston Texans and for the 2nd time the Texans have made them pay for it.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / May 2, 2024

Texans GM says former fourth-round RB will play 'big role' in offense

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Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / December 24, 2023

Watch: Texans RB Dameon Pierce has 98-yard TD on kickoff return

The Texans need other offensive playmakers to step up without star rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud. Second-year running back Dameon Pierce is doing that.

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