The Houston Texans placed tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (concussion) on the Reserve/Retired list on Thursday. He suffered three concussions last year and was put on Injured Reserve twice. It's a disappointing end for the 26-year-old who caught 54 passes for 559 yards and four touchdowns in 2016 before inking a three-year extension with Houston. Ryan Griffin now tops the tight end depth chart, but Houston may be in the market for one of the remaining tight ends such as Austin Seferian-Jenkins, Eric Ebron or Julius Thomas.
Houston Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (concussion) confirmed he plans to attend the offseason workouts. Multiple concussions the past two years have Fiedorowicz considering retirement, but he is on track to participate in organized team activities. Even with him looking likely to return, the Texans cannot count on Fiedorowicz staying healthy after missing 11 games last season. Houston is expected to add depth at tight end this offseason.
Houston Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (concussions) admits he is considering retirement. Fiedorowicz did say he was planning to report to organized team activities. Fiedorowicz has suffered four concussions since December of 2016. If he can get cleared for 2018, it will be his age-27 season.
Houston Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (concussion) may be forced to retire after suffering his fourth concussion in the last two seasons, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Fiedorowicz was placed on Injured Reserve last week after suffering his third concussion of the year. To continue his career, the 26-year-old would likely have to pass a team physical, which could be a tall task given his lengthy history of brain injuries. Fiedorowicz agreed to a three-year, $21 million extension with $10 million guaranteed over the summer, though the deal includes a de-escalator that would reduce his base salary to $2.8 million if he were cut due to a pre-existing injury such as a concussion. Stephen Anderson will start for the Texans this week and is a solid TE1 against the 49ers.
Despite suffering his third concussion of 2017 and landing on Injured Reserve for the second time, the Houston Texans expect tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (concussion) to be with the team for the 2018 season. Questions had emerged about Fiedorowicz's recent spate of head injuries possibly leading to an early retirement, but head coach Bill O'Brien expects him to return. Fiedorowicz could be a fantasy sleeper in 2018 if he's healthy with the return of quarterback Deshaun Watson, but he isn't worth being held in keeper formats.
Texans Place C.J. Fiedorowicz On IR, Promote MyCole Pruitt To Active Roster
Houston Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz(concussion) has been placed on Injured Reserve after sustaining his third concussion of the 2017 season. Fiedorowicz ends the season with 14 catches for 127 yards. Stephen Anderson will see his snaps increase now, but he isn't likely to be fantasy relevant except in deeper formats as a low-end streamer. MyCole Pruitt, who was promoted to the active roster, is unlikely to be relevant in any formats.
Houston Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (concussion) is being evaluated for a concussion in Week 13 against the Titans. It's bad news for the big tight end, as he was placed on Injured Reserve earlier in the year with another concussion. He had just two catches for 16 yards before his injury, and he may have to be shut down for the rest of the season. Stephen Anderson had two catches for 22 yards and a score in the first half, and he'd see a much bigger role if Fiedorowicz is out for the rest of the year. Anderson would be a weak TE2 with Tom Savage at quarterback, though.
Houston Texans tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz returned in Week 10 after multiple concussions had sent him to Injured Reserve, but he wasn't able to find much traction against a tough Rams defense. Fiedorowicz caught two of his six targets, totaling just ten yards. He's likely sitting on a lot of waiver wires right now; his play this week suggests he should stay there.
C.J. Fiedorowicz Will "Play A Lot," But Expectations Should Be Tempered
Houston Texans tight end C. J. Fiedorowicz (concussion) has been activated from Injured Reserve and will play Sunday against the Rams. Head coach Bill O'Brien says Fiedorowicz will see the field "a lot," but fantasy owners should still be hesistant about starting the tight end. Houston's offense is a mess now that Tom Savage is the starting quarterback. Fiedorowicz is a low tier streaming option this week.
The Houston Texans have activated tight end C.J. Fiedorowicz (concussion) from the Injured Reserve. He is expected to play against the Rams. Fiedorowicz is a talented player who should quickly regain his spot atop the team's depth chart, but he's not a great option against Los Angeles this week. Still, keep an eye on his usage, especially if you're a tight end streamer.