Stroud 'Planning To Play' For Texans In Preseason Matchup Vs. Steelers

KPRC reporter Aaron Wilson joins Next Up as the Houston Texans conclude their final practice in Ohio before traveling to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday.

Many starters did not participate in practice, including Stefon Diggs, who left the field early Tuesday after a collision. "It's mostly a day off for [Diggs]," but the Texans "are missing a lot of guys," Wilson said.

Linebacker Christian Harris has been dealing with a soft-tissue leg injury and is "not going to be back until late in the preseason."

While others have been dealing with injuries, rookies like safety Calen Bullock and cornerback Kamari Lassiter have been able to stand out. "It's a matter of when, not if, Calen Bullock becomes a starter."

The starters for the Texans are expected to take the field for their second preseason matchup, including the star quarterback. "C.J. [Stroud] is planning to play."