Ross is expected to start in place of injured cornerback Kamari Lassiter (shoulder) in Week 6 against New England, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ross, who was elevated from the practice squad Week 2 and signed to the active roster a week later, has seen special-teams only duty in four games played. He appeared in 13 regular-season games for Houston in 2023, primarily on special teams.