4 years agoHouston Texans linebackers Whitney Mercilus and Dylan Cole have been placed on the COVID-19 list. The move comes after news that the Texans closed their facility due to a positive test from linebacker Jacob Martin, who is considered a close contact of both Mercilus and Cole. Mercilus has 14 tackles and three sacks in seven games this year, though the Texans Defense has struggled mightily. They'll be without Martin, Mercilus and Cole when they face the Jaguars in Week 9. The game is still set to be played. Even a bit short-handed on defense, the Texans D is worth starting this week with quarterback Jake Luton under center for the Jags.--Tim Capurso
Source: Houston Chronicle - John McClain