Jalen Pitre, the Houston Texans' nickel cornerback, has sustained a partial tear of his pectoral muscle and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks. This injury comes after a disappointing loss to the Tennessee Titans, highlighting Pitre's significance to the team's defense.

Pitre, who transitioned from safety to nickel corner this season, has been a key player with impressive stats, including 65 tackles and eight pass deflections. His absence will lead to Jimmie Ward stepping into the nickel role, while Eric Murray and Calen Bullock will take on full-time safety duties.