Grimes (illness) is questionable to play Sunday against the Jaguars.

EDGE Analysis

Grimes didn't practice this week and realistically appears doubtful to play. In his potential absence, only Alfred Blue and Tyler Ervin will remain to serve as depth behind Lamar Miller.

Grimes did not practice Thursday due to illness.

EDGE Analysis

The longevity of this flu bug will ultimately be the deciding factor on whether or not Grimes is available Sunday against the Jaguars. As the No. 4 running back on the depth chart, his absence wouldn't necessarily take a huge toll on the offensive game plan, but the back does play an important role in the special teams unit. Look for more updates to come as kickoff nears.

Grimes (ankle) carried the ball twice for 11 yards in Houston's 20-13 win over Detroit on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Grimes had not played since Week 3 when he cracked his fibula in a loss to the Patriots. His return comes at a time when both Lamar Miller (shoulder) and Alfred Blue (ribs) are banged up, but both played through those injuries in Sunday's win. With a bye week coming up and time to heal, the Texans are expected to have a full complement of healthy backs when the season resumes Week 10 on the road in Jacksonville.

Grimes (ankle) is active for Sunday's Week 8 tilt versus the Lions, the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Grimes thus will make his first appearance since Week 3, but is expected to have limited participation with Lamar Miller (shoulder) also active and Alfred Blue available to take on part of the workload in the backfield as well.

Grimes (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions.

EDGE Analysis

Grimes hasn't played since Week 3, but he returned as a limited participant throughout practice this week. That puts him in contention to play Sunday, when starting tailback Lamar Miller (shoulder) is also considered questionable to suit up. While both players' statuses will need to be determined before a clear outlook on Houston's backfield can be shaped, Alfred Blue figures to see more touches than usual given the circumstances.

Grimes (lower leg) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Grimes suffered a cracked fibula Week 3 against New England and hasn't practiced since. It looks like his return is coming, but this week against the Lions may be asking too much from Grimes.

Grimes (ankle) returned to a limited practice Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

It remains to be seen if Grimes is a candidate to play Sunday against the Lions, but his return to practice signifies that a return is in sight for the Texans' reserve back.

Grimes (ankle) is inactive for the Texans' Week 4 tilt versus the Titans, the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The reserve running back will reportedly miss at least a month with his injury, providing Alfred Blue and Tyler Ervin unfettered access to the backup tailback touches behind Lamar Miller.

Grimes (ankle) has been ruled out for a month due to a cracked fibula, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Injuries continue to decimate the Texans' this season, but Grimes is expected to make a full recovery. The back has logged four carries for 12 yards and hauled in five receptions for 28 yards so far this season, but will now be sidelined until late October at the earliest. Alfred Blue and Tyler Ervin are expected to see increased carries in Grimes absence.

Grimes is dealing with an ankle injury and didn't practice Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Grimes caught four passes during the Texans' Week 3 loss to New England, but is suffering from what appears to be a minor ankle issue at this point. His status for Sunday's game against the Titans may be in question if he's unable to get back on the practice field throughout the week.