Irv Smith Jr. has signed with the Texans after a stint on their practice squad, following a season with the Bengals where he recorded 18 catches for 115 yards and one touchdown. He previously signed with the Chiefs but was waived in August. Smith could see action against the Bengals in an upcoming game.

Irv Smith Jr. struggled in the game against the Dolphins, finishing with a low PFF grade of 48.4, indicating challenges in his performance that could impact the Texans' offensive effectiveness moving forward.

Irv Smith Jr. has been elevated from the practice squad to serve as the only backup tight end for Dalton Schultz, following Cade Stover's emergency appendectomy. With the tight end position already thin due to injuries, Smith's role becomes crucial for the Texans' offensive depth.

Irv Smith Jr. has been elevated from the practice squad by the Houston Texans, giving him an opportunity to contribute against the Miami Dolphins after recovering from a calf injury that sidelined him since the summer.

Irv Smith Jr. had a challenging performance against the Jaguars, earning one of the lowest grades among the offensive players with a PFF grade of 55.7. Despite the team's overall success in the game, Smith's struggles highlight the need for improvement in his contributions moving forward.