The Houston Texans can breathe a little easier—C.J. Gardner-Johnson is not expected to miss the entire season. That’s a major sigh of relief for fans hoping the team can build on last year’s playoff run.

According to the latest report, Gardner-Johnson did not suffer significant knee damage. Early tests showed his ACL is intact, meaning he likely won’t require a lengthy recovery. Additional evaluations are still pending to confirm the extent of the injury.

“Good news for the #Texans: Safety C. J. Gardner-Johnson, who was carted off in practice today, did not tear his ACL, sources say. He’s undergoing more tests, but initial tests have provided good news,” reported Ian Rapoport on X.

Gardner-Johnson’s Contract Details

Gardner-Johnson is under a two-year deal with the Texans. He’s set to

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