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Sources: Texans start Davis Mills against Vikings, hold out C.J. Stroud, multiple starters

HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA, AUG 9 – Rookie wide receiver Jaylin Noel showed promise with two receptions for 16 yards despite Texans' 20-10 preseason loss, earning praise from quarterback C.J. Stroud and coaches.

  • During their preseason opener, Houston Texans lost 20-10 to the Minnesota Vikings, with C.J. Stroud among spectators and rookie Jaylin Noel making his NFL debut.
  • Coming into training camp, Noel was projected for a significant role and impressed during the pre-draft process while Tank Dell recovered.
  • During the contest, Noel had two receptions for 16 yards, including a first down, with Stroud noting `J-No looks great` on social media on August 9.
  • For roster decisions, Noel’s role in the Texans’ offense remains unclear and competition for targets will be fierce.
  • On August 9, NFL Draft Files posted about Noel turning nothing into something, and Nick Schwager of Battle Red Blog highlighted his playmaking ability.
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Vikings WR Justin Jefferson assures fans he will return 'real soon'

Minnesota Vikings fans have understandably been concerned about Justin Jefferson's latest injury. The four-time All-Pro wide receiver, however, provided some assurance ahead of his team's preseason opener against the Houston Texans on Saturday. Sidelined since July 24 with a strained left hamstring, Jefferson -- who was not in the lineup for Saturday's matchup -- delivered a simple message via the NFL's social media account on X. "Don't worry," …

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KPRC-TV broke the news in Houston, United States on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
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