A devastating injury to veteran E.J. Speed forces DeMeco Ryans into a high-stakes defensive shuffle as Houston scrambles to solidify its linebacker corps for a championship run.

Jason Hansen’s devastating foot injury further depletes Houston’s linebacker depth, leaving the defense scrambling for defensive reinforcements as a promising playoff run hangs in the balance.

The Houston Texans had a few injuries to report on before training camp officially starts up this week.

With E.J. Speed sidelined by a torn quad, Houston’s championship-caliber roster faces a sudden void. General manager Nick Caserio must now secure veteran depth to fortify the defense.