PHILLIP DORSETT II NEWS

Phillip Dorsett makes an impact WR Phillip Dorsett's big plays helped the Texans score at the end of both halves.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Two catches Saturday Dorsett caught two of three targets for 18 yards in Saturday's 17-13 preseason win over the Saints.

Impact Dorsett played 21 snaps, all in the first half, and appears ticketed for a spot among the team's top five wide receivers. Houston's leading options at the position (Brandin Cooks and Nico Collins) did not play, which gave plenty of opportunities for those further down the depth chart. After those two, some order of Dorsett, Chris Conley and Chris Moore should follow. If the Texans carry six wideouts, players like Jalen Camp (four targets, two catches, 53 yards, one TD) or Connor Wedington (three targets, two catches, five yards) could make the final roster.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first camp appearance Dorsett was on the field for the first time at training camp Friday,

Impact Dorsett had been hobbled by a foot injury late in 2021 and was not an on-field participant for offseason activities. Houston head coach Lovie Smith said Dorsett is in the mix for one of the top five spots at wideout.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 3, 2022 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Ready for camp Dorsett has been running daily and will be ready when Houston begins training camp in July, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official site reports.

Impact Dorsett made the claim, one which has been heard by many a player rehabbing an injury during the offseason, that he's "in the best shape of his life." After one week on the Texans' practice squad last December, he was signed to the active roster. Dorsett appeared in three games -- each week, his production increased -- before the season ended prematurely by a foot injury. Houston's wide receiver room is led by Brandin Cooks and Nico Collins, which leaves Dorsett batting with Chris Conley outside the numbers and also in the slot with rookie John Metchie (knee) -- who is considered the frontrunner, if healthy.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

WR Phillip Dorsett: "I'm in the best shape of my life right now" WR Phillip Dorsett has been a full participant in OTAs and says he feels healthier and faster than ever in his career.

JUNE 9, 2022 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM

Lands on IR Dorsett (foot) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact As expected, Dorsett will miss the final two games of the regular season after injuring his foot in Week 16. The 2015 first-round pick will end his 2021 campaign with seven catches for 110 yards across six appearances with three different teams. However, the majority (three catches and 55 yards) of that production came during the game he got injured in. Dorsett isn't expected to need surgery, so he should be fully healthy come the offseason and likely will draw some interest from teams in need of veteran wideout depth heading into the 2022 season.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to miss final two games Dorsett (foot) is expected to miss the final two games of the season but won't need surgery, John McClain of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Dorsett injured his foot leaping for a pass in the third quarter of Sunday's win over the Chargers and was unable to return to the contest. He finished what will likely be his last game of the season with three catches for 55 yards. The 28-year-old spent time with the Jaguars, Seahawks and Texans during the 2021 campaign and will likely draw some interest from teams in need of veteran wideout depth during the offseason.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Texans have best rushing game of season in win over Chargers

The Houston Texans had their best rushing game of the year to overcome 16 absences because of COVID-19 and upset the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday to win consecutive games for the...

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Texans run past Chargers 41-29, ding LA's playoff hopes

Rex Burkhead ran for a career-high 149 yards and two touchdowns, and the Houston Texans took advantage of three turnovers to beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-29

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Injures foot Dorsett was forced out of Sunday's game against the Chargers with a foot injury.

Impact Prior to his exit from the contest, Dorsett caught three of his six targets for 55 yards. In his absence, Nico Collins, Chris Conley, and Chris Moore will head Houston's Week 16 wideout corps.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Big catch in win Dorsett secured two of three targets for 43 yards in the Texans' 30-16 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.

Impact The veteran speedster got loose downfield for a 33-yard grab on one of his two catches and checked in a distant second to Brandin Cooks in receptions and receiving yards. The fact Dorsett was involved to an appreciable degree in only his second game with the Texans is encouraging, and although Houston is completely devoid of postseason aspirations, he and Cooks serve as an explosive receiving duo for rookie signal-caller Davis Mills for what's left of the regular season.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heavy-ish workload Week 14 Dorsett caught one of three targets for nine yards and had one carry for no gain in Sunday's 33-13 loss to Seattle.

Impact Dorsett, who joined the Texans' organization 10 days ago, was put to immediate use after Davion Davis left the game with an ankle injury. He played 39 snaps (48 percent share), which is significant for a newcomer. Dorsett has very little experience in the offense or familiarity with rookie quarterback Davis Mills, but that could develop over the final weeks of the season if Davis is unavailable.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Texans Sign Former Patriot Receiver Phillip Dorsett To Active Roster The Houston Texans signed former Patriots receiver Phillip Dorsett to their active roster, elevating him from the practice squad.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • NESN.COM

Moves up to active roster Dorsett was elevated to the active roster Saturday.

Impact It didn't take long for Dorsett to make his way up to the active roster after joining the practice squad earlier this week. As a result, the veteran wide receiver is now set to appear on his third team this season. The 28-year-old has just one reception despite being active for three games in 2021, but with the Texans lacking any reliable veteran targets outside of Brandin Cooks (back) and Chris Conley, it's possible Dorsett could be involved more Sunday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finds new home Dorsett signed with the Texans' practice squad Saturday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Dorsett will join his third team of the season after spending time with Jacksonville and Seattle. With Danny Amendola (knee) being placed on injured reserve Saturday, Dorsett will try to provide some emergency depth for the Texans and ultimately earn another shot on an active roster.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cut from practice squad The Seahawks cut Dorsett from their practice squad Tuesday.

Impact Dorsett made two appearances for the Seahawks this season, catching his only target for three yards. After being let go by the Jaguars and Seahawks, the sixth-year wideout will now have to search of his third team this season.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to practice squad Dorsett reverted to Seattle's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transactions report.

Impact Dorsett secured his only target for three yards during Sunday night's loss to Pittsburgh. He's appeared in two games with the Seahawks this season, in addition to one contest with Jacksonville.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated by Seattle Dorsett was elevated from the Seahawks' practice squad ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Impact Dorsett will join the active roster for a second straight week. However, he played just five offensive snaps and wasn't targeted in last week's loss to the Rams.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Reverts to practice squad Dorsett reverted to the Seahawks' practice squad following Thursday's loss to the Rams.

Impact Dorsett was elevated for Thursday's matchup but didn't take the field in the loss. The 28-year-old failed to haul in his lone target in an appearance with the Jaguars this season and will now return to Seattle's practice squad.

OCTOBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated for TNF Dorsett was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster for Thursday's game versus the Rams, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Impact The wide receiver was signed Sept. 30 and will make his first appearance with the Seahawks on Thursday Night Football. In 2019, his last full season in the league, he caught 29 passes for 397 yards and five touchdowns as a member of the Patriots.

OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Seattle Dorsett signed with the Seahawks' practice squad Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Dorsett was on the Seahawks' roster for the entire 2020 season, but he didn't play a game due to a foot injury. The 2015 first-round pick suited up for the Jaguars in Week 3 against the Cardinals but logged just one target on seven offensive snaps. He was subsequently cut. The speedster could get an opportunity if Tyler Lockett (hip) or DK Metcalf (foot) miss time.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Frustration builds for Seahawks after consecutive losses

The Seattle Seahawks’ performances over the past two weeks have left players frustrated and they know two upcoming games against division foes won’t leave much time for finding ans...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Let go by Jacksonville The Jaguars released Dorsett from their practice squad Monday.

Impact Dorsett played in his first NFL game Sunday since 2019 and failed to record a catch on just one target. He has been released from Jacksonville's practice squad in favor of kicker Matthew Wright, who will look to provide competition to a struggling Josh Lambo.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE