Impact It remains to be seen if he was limited or practiced fully, but Akins' return to the field in any capacity Thursday is a good sign after the tight end sat out Wednesday's practice.
OCTOBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
JORDAN AKINS #88 - TIGHT END - CLEVELAND BROWNS
191 YDS •
20 REC •
1 TD
191 YDS
20 REC
1 TD
Back at practice Akins (ankle/concussion) practiced Thursday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Texans vs. Jaguars Wednesday injury report: TE Jordan Akins did not participate The Houston Texans held their first practice of the Romeo Crennel era, and TE Jordan Akins did not participate with an ankle injury and conc...
OCTOBER 7, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Not practicing to start week Akins (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports. He's also dealing with an ankle injury.
Impact Akins was concussed on a helmet-to-helmet hit from Vikings safety Harrison Smith this past Sunday, which also led to an ejection for Smith. The third-year tight end was coming into his own as Houston's top pass-catcher at his position, but Akins is still dealing with the aftereffects of Smith's hit and seems unlikely to suit up Sunday against the Jaguars. Akins will need to clear the concussion protocol before he can return to the field.
OCTOBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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Jordan Akins ruled out with a concussion, Harrison Smith ejected Jordan Akins will not return for the second half against the Minnesota Vikings
OCTOBER 4, 2020 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Won't return Sunday Akins has been diagnosed with a concussion and won't return to Sunday's game versus the Vikings.
Impact Akins recorded three catches for 46 yards before absorbing an illegal hit from Vikings safety Harrison Smith, who was ejected for his actions. Darren Fells will operate as the top tight end for the rest of the game while Pharaoh Brown rotates in.
OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Possible concussion Akins is being evaluated for a possible concussion Sunday against the Vikings, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Prior to his exit from the game, Akins paced the Texans with three catches for 46 yards. Darren Fells is next up for the team's pass-catching looks at tight end.
OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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Two catches in Week 3 Akins caught two of three targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 28-21 loss to the Steelers in Week 3.
Impact Akins, who had his second catch of 20-plus yards, has 11 catches through three weeks. Darren Fells was the big name among Houston tight ends entering 2020, but Akins has passed him as the lead man. He's played 78.2 percent of the offensive snaps compared to Fells' 44.2 percent.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Baseball failures led to Texans TE Jordan Akins' breakout season Through two games, Akins has caught all nine of his targets, and he's averaging a career-best 1.62 yards per route run.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Transcripts: Justin Reid, Jordan Akins, Anthony Weaver and Tim Kelly Press Conferences (9-24-2020) Houston Texans players and assistant coaches spoke with the media on Thursday.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Jordan Akins emerging as a favorite target | Daily Brew After missing the 2019 postseason with a hamstring injury, the Texans tight end focused on getting healthy and improving his mental game.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Seven catches Week 2 Akins had a career-high seven catches on seven targets for 55 yards in Sunday's 33-16 loss to the Ravens.
Impact Akins has been a surprise through the first two weeks. After scoring a touchdown Week 1, he finished second in targets behind Brandin Cook in Week 2. He's caught all nine targets through two weeks while doubling the playing time of Darren Fells, who entered training camp as the lead tight end and scored Houston's lone touchdown Sunday. The usage may be a function of the Texans playing from behind, but Akins is emerging as a go-to option for quarterback Deshaun Watson.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jordan Akins - Houston Texans - TE - Stats, News, Career Info Jordan Akins - #88 - Tight End - Houston Texans - Get the latest news, highlights, and career stats for Jordan Akins from CBSSports.com.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • SCOUT.COM
Scores in Week 1 loss Akins caught two of two targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 34-20 loss to the Chiefs in Week 1.
Impact Akins had more snaps (48) than Darren Fells (25) and shined on his two receptions. His first resulted in a first down after he piled on 15 yards after the catch, showing elusiveness and tackle-breaking ability. Then he got separation and easily snagged a dart from Deshaun Watson for a 19-yard touchdown. Fells was the leader at tight end in 2019, but Akins has the early edge in 2020.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Deshaun Watson Finds Jordan Akins in the Back of the End Zone for a TD
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • YOUTUBE
Jordan Akins ducks underneath would-be tackle for slick first-down pickup Houston Texans tight end Jordan Akins ducks underneath would-be tackle for slick first-down pickup.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • NFL.COM
'Made Ya Look!' Jordan Akins Makes Chiefs Defender Miss
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • YOUTUBE
Deshaun Watson could turn Jordan Akins into a TE1 for fantasy With opportunity, good buzz and Deshaun Watson, Jordan Akins has a path to being a TE1 for fantasy this year. For years, the Houston Texans'...
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • FANSIDED.COM
Transcripts: Jordan Akins Press Conference (8-29-2020) Houston Texans Jordan Akins spoke with the media on Saturday after practice.
AUGUST 29, 2020 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
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More consistency Houston offensive coordinator Tim Kelly noted the improved consistency Akins has shown in preparation for his third NFL season.
Impact Darren Fells is the expected starter at tight end with Akins part of a bunch looking to be the primary backup. "Jordan's become a more consistent player," said Kelly. "So, looking at the jump that he's made from year two to year three, he's been more consistent, has come in every day and has really made, basically, a big play a day for us as we've gone through this camp. The one thing that's shown that he's definitely improved on has been his consistency." Akins flashed as the second-string tight end in 2019 when he caught 36 passes with an 11.6 YPG and two touchdowns. Jordan Thomas, Kahale Warring and Dylan Stapleton are also in the mix.
AUGUST 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
