The upcoming matchup between the Houston Texans and Minnesota Vikings is crucial for the Texans as they strive to maintain their unbeaten record. However, several key players will be sidelined for today's game.

The Texans will notably miss running back Joe Mixon, who has had a strong season, along with Dameon Pierce and others. Cam Akers is set to start in their absence.

On the Vikings' side, wide receiver Jordan Addison and rookie linebacker Dallas Turner are out due to injuries, impacting their offensive and defensive strategies.