DARE OGUNBOWALE NEWS

Report: Texans re-signing RB Dare Ogunbowale The Houston Texans are re-signing running back Dare Ogunbowale to a one-year contract, NFL Network reported on Sunday.Financial terms were n...

APRIL 21 • KANSASCITY.COM

Returning to Houston Ogunbowale re-signed with the Texans on a one-year deal on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact After stints in Washington, Tampa Bay and Jacksonville, Ogunbowale will enter his third straight season in Houston. Primarily used on offense as a third-down back, the journeyman tallied 53 total yards in 2023, while also notably converting on a 29-yard field goal attempt. He will presumably compete for the No. 3 spot on the running back depth chart behind Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Dare Ogunbowale delivers one of 2023's best hit-stick tackles vs. Trenton Irwin Houston Texans running back Dare Ogunbowale delivers one of 2023's best hit-stick tackles vs. Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Trenton Irwin...

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • NFL.COM

C.J. Stroud, Dare Ogunbowale getting national shine, Texans power rankings roundup | Daily Brew The Houston Texans will be “on to Cincinnati” tomorrow but, for now, the NFL world is still reeling from Sunday’s thrilling 39-37 win over t...

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Ogunbowale gets a 'kick' out of Texans' 39-37 win over Buccaneers

When running back Dare Ogunbowale was thrust into action as Houston’s emergency kicker Sunday against Tampa Bay he was ready for whatever he might be asked to do

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

2023 Bad Beats: Texans win but bettors lament Houston taking knee

C.J. Stroud rallied the Texans to a 39-37 win over the Buccaneers, but Houston taking a knee after the winning TD was costly for bettors.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Running back Dare Ogunbowale handles second half placekicking duties for Texans Texans K Ka'imi Fairbairn exited the game vs Buccaneers with an injury

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

WATCH: Texans RB Dare Ogunbowale kicks off against the Buccaneers Running back Dare Ogunbowale had to handle kickoff duties for the Houston Texans in Week 9 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

RB Dare Ogunbowale has H-Town food hookups | Drew's Dozen RB Dare Ogunbowale shared with Drew Dougherty of Texans TV about aliens, the aux cord, and how the Texans offensive lineman are the restaura...

JULY 28, 2023 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Leads backs in finale Ogunbowale had 11 carries for 33 yards and caught five of six targets for five yards in Sunday's 32-31 win over the Colts in Week 18.

Impact Ogunbowale led all running backs in yards in what was his most productive game since becoming a regular in the rotation Week 12. Houston finished out the season with Ogunbowale, Royce Freeman and Rex Burkhead in the backfield following the season-ending ankle injury to Dameon Pierce. There's zero chance any of the three will challenge a healthy Pierce for the top spot in 2023. Of the three, only Ogunbowale has a contact for next season. Adding to the dynamic, the Texans fired head coach Lovie Smith, so there should be many changes to an underwhelming offense come September.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays Week 17 Ogunbowale had seven carries for 21 yards and caught two of three targets for four yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to Jacksonville in Week 17.

Impact Ogunbowale was on the injury report all week with a knee injury, but he was available to play 26 snaps in the loss. He and Royce Freeman (30 snaps) were co-leaders in the backfield and should be once again Week 18 against Indianapolis.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Ogunbowale (knee) is officially active for Sunday's game versus the Jaguars.

Impact The 28-year-old is dealing with a knee injury and practiced as a limited participant Thursday and Friday, but he's been cleared to take the field for Sunday's divisional contest. Ogunbowale should again work as the top backup to Royce Freeman with Dameon Pierce (ankle) lost for the season.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status in question for Week 17 Ogunbowale (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Jaguars.

Impact Ogunbowale showed up on the Texans' injury report Thursday as limited by a knee issue and maintained that activity level and listing to wrap up Week 17 prep. If he avoids inactive status Sunday, he'll continue to work behind Royce Freeman as the team's No. 2 running back with Dameon Pierce (ankle) out for the season, which so far has resulted in 16 carries for 42 yards and no targets over the last two games.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited by knee issue Ogunbowale was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's practice with a knee injury.

Impact While Dameon Pierce (ankle) has been sidelined for the past two games with a season-ending injury, Ogunbowale has worked ahead of Rex Burkhead as the No. 2 option in the backfield behind Royce Freeman. Ogunbowale has logged eight carries and no targets in both of those contests, totaling a meager 42 yards on his 16 totes. The knee injury now threatens his ability to maintain the modest role he's held the past two weeks in Sunday's game against Jacksonville, though Ogunbowale can put to rest any concerns about his health by practicing in some capacity Friday.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 28 yards in win Ogunbowale rushed the ball eight times for 28 yards in Saturday's 19-14 win over the Titans.

Impact Ogunbowale served as the change of pace back behind Royce Freeman in Houston's backfield. He wasn't able to muster much production, as his longest rush of the day went for only eight yards. Notably, Ogunbowale also wasn't targeted for the second consecutive game, a dent to his already minimal utility for fantasy purposes.

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stymied on ground in OT loss Ogunbowale rushed eight times for 14 yards and did not draw a target in the Texans' 30-24 overtime loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

Impact Ogunbowale was outpaced by practice-squad callup Royce Freeman by three carries and 37 yards in the Texans' first game without Dameon Pierce (IR-ankle). The lack of usage in the air attack was also somewhat curious, considering both Ogunbowale's well-established track record as a receiver and Kansas City's propensity for allowing production through the air to running backs. Given the solid 4.6 yards per carry Freeman churned out Sunday, it's likely a similar pecking order holds for a Week 16 divisional road matchup against the Titans on Saturday afternoon.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set for bigger role Ogunbowale is in line for more work Sunday against the Chiefs with Dameon Pierce (ankle) ruled out.

Impact Ogunbowale is one of two healthy running backs on the Texans' active roster, the other being Rex Burkhead, while Gerrid Doaks and Royce Freeman are candidates to be elevated from the practice squad. Considering their respective careers to this point, Burkhead may be the best bet for runs between the tackles, but Ogunbowale's pass-catching chops may result in a fantasy-relevant Week 15. Overall, Ogunbowale has averaged 7.7 yards on 71 catches across six seasons, supplementing a modest mark of 3.5 yards per carry.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Watchlist for Week 16: Streaming targets, free agent sleepers include Dare Ogunbowale, Hunter Renfrow, Jordan Mason, and Jeff Driskel The fantasy playoffs are upon us, and injuries seem to be as prevalent as ever. Depth often translates to championships, so get out ahead of...

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Watchlist for Week 16: Streaming targets, free agent sleepers include Dare Ogunbowale, Hunter Renfrow, Jordan Mason, and Jeff Driskel The fantasy playoffs are upon us, and injuries seem to be as prevalent as ever. Depth often translates to championships, so get out ahead of...

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Three touches in loss Ogunbowale had one carry for minus-3 yards and caught both of his targets for four yards in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Cowboys.

Impact Ogunbowale saw 18 snaps, the most of any back not named Dameon Pierce, who left late in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury. After the rookie starter exited, the coaching staff went with Rex Burkhead over Ogunbowale or Eno Benjamin, but if Pierce is unable to play in Week 15 against Kansas City, all three RBs would be in line for more playing time.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dare Ogunbowale's best advice | Drew's Dozen RB Dare Ogunbowale answered questions about the locker room, the Lion King, barbecue and a lot more in this 1-on-1 with Drew Dougherty of Te...

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Ascends to top RB backup Ogunbowale had two carries for eight yards and caught two of three targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 27-14 loss to the Browns in Week 13.

Impact With Rex Burkhead (concussion) inactive, Ogunbowale moved up the depth chart to become the top backup for Dameon Pierce. He's been used in spots this season, mostly has a pass catcher, but is more known as a special teamer. Eno Benjamin, claimed off waivers from the Cardinals three weeks ago, made his Houston debut and did not receive a touch or a target in four snaps. Benjamin has more of a track record than Ogunbowale, so he could eventually become the primary backup once the coaches feel he has a grasp of the offense.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Watson set to make Browns' debut at Texans after suspension

All eyes will be on QB Deshaun Watson, who returns from his 11-game suspension for alleged sexual misconduct to make his Cleveland debut against the Houston Texans, his former team

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

QB switch does nothing to help improve terrible Texans

The Houston Texans benched Davis Mills for Kyle Allen this week with coach Lovie Smith saying the switch gave them their best chance to win against the Miami Dolphins

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS