Nelson had two tackles and an interception in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Titans in Week 8.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson set up Houston's first score, a field goal, when he picked off Titans rookie quarterback Malik Willis, giving the offense the ball at the Tennessee 11-yard line. Nelson has played every snap this year and been targeted just 26 times (16 receptions) for 157 yards, per Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle.

Nelson signed a two-year, $10 million contract with the Texans on Wednesday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson officially links up with Houston one day after visiting with the team. The veteran cornerback started all 16 of his appearances with the Eagles in 2021, across which span he compiled 50 tackles (34 solo), seven passes defensed and one interception. He could be in the mix to open Week 1 as a starter on the outside.

Nelson visited the Texans on Monday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson spent 2021 with the Eagles, starting all 16 games he appeared in. The seven-year veteran recorded 50 tackles (34 solo), seven passes defensed and one interception on the year. After also spending time with the Chiefs and Steelers in his career, Nelson still is searching for his fourth home for the 2022 season.

Nelson (coach's decision) is inactive Saturday against the Cowboys.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson will get the night off along with Darius Slay at the corner position. With Avonte Maddox also out due to COVID, the Eagles will be deploying their depth in the secondary against the Cowboys.

Nelson (hand) has returned to Sunday's game against the Giants, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson had a hand issue earlier in the contest and was initially considered questionable to return, but he has since been able to get back into the game. He'll resume his regular role in the Eagles' secondary.

Nelson (hand) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Giants, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear when Nelson suffered the injury, but his ability to return to Sunday's contest is uncertain. He hadn't recorded any stats prior to his departure with the hand issue.

Nelson (shoulder) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's practice estimation.

EDGE Analysis

Although Nelson sustained a shoulder injury in the first half of Sunday's win over the Jets, it doesn't appear as though he'll be limited by the issue ahead of Week 15. Across his last five appearances, the 2015 third-rounder has recorded 14 tackles (10 solo) and two pass defenses.

Coach Nick Sirianni said Monday that Nelson's shoulder injury isn't a serious concern, EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson suffered the shoulder injury during the first half of Sunday's win over the Jets and wasn't able to return, but it appears to be a minor issue. The 28-year-old will have the bye week to aid in his recovery before Philadelphia retakes the field Dec. 19 versus Washington.

Nelson (shoulder) will not return to Sunday's game against the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson exited with the shoulder issue in the first half and spent time in the medical tent. He's been ruled out since, though the exact nature of his injury remains unclear. Positively, Nelson will have the team's upcoming bye in Week 14 to rest before attempting to return for a Week 15 matchup against Washington.

Nelson is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Nelson was spotted in the medical tent after suffering the injury, but he has since returned to the bench, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. Prior to the injury, Nelson had not recorded any stats.