JOHN METCHIE III NEWS

Breaks out against Lions Metchie recorded five receptions on six targets for 74 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Lions.

Impact Metchie enjoyed the most productive game of his career and paced the Texans with 74 yards. He was particularly impressive on a possession just before halftime, initially hauling in a deep 25-yard pass before capping the drive with a 15-yard touchdown reception -- the first of his career. While Nico Collins (hamstring) is likely to be back in Week 11 against the Cowboys, Metchie could have the chance to earn a larger role across the second half of the season due to the underwhelming showings from Tank Dell.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Two targets in loss Metchie failed to catch either of his two targets in Thursday's 21-13 loss to the Jets in Week 9.

Impact With the team's top wideouts sidelined, Metchie was in line to take on a greater role, but it didn't work out that way. Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud spent much of the night running away from or getting hit by Jets defenders, which made a mess of the passing attack. Metchie, who played a season-high 50 snaps, and fellow wideout Xavier Hutchinson (59 snaps, three targets, no catches) were non-factors in the loss.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Could see increased workload Metchie is one of four healthy wide receivers entering Thursday's game against the Jets, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact The Texans received the expected bad news Tuesday that Stefon Diggs suffered a season-ending torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. That, coupled with Nico Collins (hamstring) on injured reserve for at least one more week, opens the door to Metchie, who had received a boost in his workload the last three weeks when it was only Collins sidelined. Metchie had a season-high four targets last Sunday when Diggs sustained his injury. In fact, it was Metchie that replaced Diggs and caught two passes on the same drive that resulted in a Houston score that made it a two-score game in the fourth quarter. He'll likely serve as the fourth wideout after Tank Dell, Robert Woods and Xavier Hutchinson in Week 9.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Blips on radar Metchie caught three of four targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Colts in Week 8.

Impact Metchie had his most productive game of the season on a day when Stefon Diggs sustained a non-contact knee injury that may be season-ending. Two of Metchie's targets came on the same drive after Diggs was removed from the game. If the injury turns out to be significant, that means Houston will be down its top two wideouts heading into Thursday's matchup against the Jets. That means Tank Dell would occupy the top of the depth chart, while Metchie, Xavier Hutchinson and Robert Woods take one greater roles.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Increased usage Sunday Metchie caught three of four targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Colts.

Impact Metchie had his most productive game of the season on a day when Stefon Diggs sustained a non-contact knee injury that may be season-ending. Two of Metchie's targets came on the same drive after Diggs was removed from the game. If the injury turns out to be significant and Diggs joins Nico Collins (hamstring) on the sidelines, Tank Dell would occupy the top of the depth chart, while Metchie, Xavier Hutchinson and Robert Woods take on greater roles as well.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Does little with extra snaps Metchie didn't draw a target while playing 25 of the Texans' 66 snaps on offense in Sunday's 41-21 win over the Patriots.

Impact Though he was active for the third straight game and saw his highest snap share of the season with Nico Collins (hamstring) on injured reserve and with Robert Woods (foot) inactive for the contest, Metchie didn't see any involvement in the passing attack. If Woods is cleared to play Week 7 against the Packers, Metchie would likely drop to fifth in the pecking order at receiver behind Stefon Diggs, Tank Dell, Xavier Hutchinson and Woods.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Active for first time Metchie caught his lone target for seven yards in Sunday's 24-20 win over Jacksonville in Week 4.

Impact Metchie was active for the first time in four games, taking the roster spot ceded by Tank Dell's inactivity due to a chest injury. Metchie was on the field for nine snaps. Xavier Hutchinson (13 snaps) has held down the fifth wideout spot when all hands are healthy.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive in Week 2 Metchie (coach's decision) was inactive for Week 2 against the Bears.

Impact Metchie has not suited up for either of the first two games, as it appears the coaching staff prefers Xavier Hutchinson as the fifth wideout and allots a spot to Steven Sims as a returner.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive in Week 2 Metchie (coach's decision) was inactive for Week 2 against the Bears.

Impact Metchie has not suited up for either of the Texans' first two games, as it appears the coaching staff prefers Xavier Hutchinson as the fifth wideout while allotting a spot to Steven Sims as a returner.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive in Week 1 Metchie (coach's decision) is inactive Week 1 against the Colts.

Impact Matchie was targeted in each of Houston's preseason contests, but when push came to shove, he was simply too far down on the depth chart in a loaded wide receiver room. With Sunday's inactive designation, it appears even the likes of Xavier Hutchinson and Steven Sims have surpassed Metchie, as both will be active for the season opener.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 27 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Bills Should Look to Trade for John Metchie III Buffalo’s wide receiver needs could end with the Houston Texans’ former high draft pick.

AUGUST 27 • KANSASCITY.COM

Records two catches Saturday Metchie caught two of three targets for 21 yards in Saturday's preseason finale against the Rams.

Impact Metchie is looking to earn one of the backup spots behind the starting trio of Stefon Diggs, Nico Collins and Tank Dell this upcoming season. The 24-year-old was coming off of a strong showing in the Texans' second preseason tilt when he had six receptions for 68 yards and a score. Metchie figures to either make the squad or land on the team's practice squad following a strong exhibition campaign.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Finds paydirt Metchie caught six of seven targets for 68 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason game against the Giants.

Impact Metchie had a couple of meh showings in the Hall of Fame Game and first preseason tilt, disappointing head coach DeMeco Ryans, but he responded Saturday. Metchie led the team in targets, receptions and yards as he positioned himself behind the team's top four wideouts. He's competing against Xavier Hutchinson (two of four targets, 20 yards) and Ben Skowronek (leg) at the back end of the wide receiver depth chart.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Finds paydirt Metchie caught six of seven targets for 68 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason game against the Giants.

Impact Metchie had a couple of meh showings in the Hall of Fame Game and first preseason tilt, disappointing head coach DeMeco Ryans, but he responded Saturday. Metchie led the team in targets, receptions and yards as he positioned himself behind the team's top four wideouts. He's competing against Xavier Hutchinson (two of four targets, 20 yards) and Ben Skowronek (leg) at the back end of the wide receiver depth chart.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

One drop, one catch Friday Metchie caught one of two targets for four yards in Friday's 20-12 preseason win over the Steelers.

Impact Metchie dropped the first pass thrown to him and didn't appear to respond in the way head coach DeMeco Ryans wanted to see following a quiet preseason opener last week in the Hall of Fame Game. The good news for Metchie is that neither of his main competitors -- Xavier Hutchinson nor Ben Skowronek -- shined as a receiver Friday night.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Coach looking for response Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said Friday that he wants to see how Metchie responds after a quiet preseason game Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 Houston reports.

Impact Metchie caught one of two targets for four yards after an impressive start to training camp. The coach believes Metchie didn't play with the same speed and decisiveness as seen when he showed up at camp, but Ryans said he's not reading too much into one game. "I just put a lot into how guys respond the next time," Ryans said. For now, Metchie has fallen behind Xavier Hutchinson and Ben Skowronek.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Snags one of two targets Metchie caught one of two targets for four yards in Thursday's 21-17 preseason loss to the Bears.

Impact Metchie, who was in the starting lineup, finished behind Xavier Hutchinson (six targets) and Ben Skowronek (four) as a target. Houston kept its top wide receivers out of the game, and these three figure to battling for the final two spots on the depth chart with Robert Woods and Noah Brown (undisclosed).

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

John Metchie III: Texans' wide receivers follow 'the Alabama way' Houston will kick off the NFL preseason on Thursday night against the Chicago Bears in the Hall of Fame Game.

AUGUST 1 • AL.COM

Texans WR John Metchie III receives George Halas Award The former Alabama standout has been recognized by the Pro Football Writers of America for overcoming the most adversity to succeed in the N...

MAY 28 • AL.COM

Texans QB CJ Stroud: Everyone knows how 'special' John Metchie III can be C.J. Stroud is expecting big things from the Houston Texans’ offense and a promising thrid season for John Metchie III

APRIL 18 • USATODAY.COM

Needs consistency Metchie finished the 2023 regular-season with 16 catches on 30 targets for 158 yards over 16 games.

Impact For much of the season, which was essentially Metchie's rookie year after sitting out 2022 with acute promyelocytic leukemia, he was on the bottom rungs of the depth chart. He got to show himself late in the season when injuries hit and was a big part of the playoff win over Cleveland, but Houston head coach DeMeco Ryans told

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

'Can't Be Messed With!' Texans Rave About John Metchie III's 'Swag' John Metchie III has overcame a handful of struggles on his way to providing the Houston Texans’ wide receiving unit a boost during their po...

JANUARY 18 • SACBEE.COM

Stroud's precision is 100 on surgical sideline strike to John Metchie III Houston Texans C.J. Stroud's precision is 100 on a surgical sideline strike to wide receiver John Metchie III.

JANUARY 13 • NFL.COM

Top-three wideout again Metchie caught one of two targets for five yards in Saturday's 23-19 win over Indianapolis in Week 18.

Impact Metchie played a season-high 38 snaps, as Houston was without Noah Brown (back) and Robert Woods (hip). The health situation also meant more playing time for fellow depth wideout Xavier Hutchinson (36 snaps). The Texans clinched a playoff spot with the win, so Metchie's potential role next week is dependent on the health of Brown and Woods.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE