The Houston Texans' defensive success has been made possible by many contributors, but Kamari Lassiter has remained a critical piece of the puzzle.

The Texans ruled out cornerback Kamari Lassiter (knee/ankle) for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Colts.

DeMeco Ryans and the Houston Texans made on impactful decision to end their week of preparation before facing the Indianapolis Colts.

The Houston Texans will be rolling into their final game of the regular season vs. the Indianapolis Colts a bit shorthanded defensively.

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HOUSTON – The Texans plan to play their starters in the final game of the regular season against the Indianapolis Colts, according to coach DeMeco Ryans. They’re also balancing another agenda: managing multiple starters’ injuries and resting them during the week.

A few notable names out of the fold for the Colts, as well, the biggest difference-maker being Sauce Gardner, who's season has been brought to an end due to a calf injury, and will leave this Indianapolis secondary a bit shorthanded against a Texans receiving corps that won't include Nico Collins.