The Houston Texans are evaluating their return-game options ahead of Sunday’s Week 10 road matchup vs. the Cleveland Browns.

The Texans have been without primary returner Jaylin Noel since placing him on injured reserve in October with a turf-toe injury. He is expected to miss the remainder of the season, leaving Houston without a contributor on offense and special teams.

Meanwhile, the Kansas City Chiefs waived wide receiver and return specialist Nikko Remigio on Wednesday after acquiring Josh Downs from the Indianapolis Colts. Remigio handled both kickoff and punt returns during his time in Kansas City.

The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov shared an update Thursday on X, formerly Twitter, reporting that Remigio announced on Instagram he is signing with the Texans and joining their 53-man active roster.

Former #Chiefs WR/returner Nikko Remigio announced on Instagram that he is signing with the Houston Texans.

He is joining Houston’s 53-man active roster. pic.twitter.com/jxGIjGdpfu

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) November 12, 2026

Remigio appeared in eight games for the Chiefs this season, returning 14 punts for 78 yards and 12 kickoffs for 318 yards. He averaged 5.6 yards per punt return and 26.5 yards per kickoff return before being released by Kansas City.

The 27-year-old entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2023 after playing at California and Fresno State. His professional experience has centered on special teams, with limited receiving production.

Noel led Houston with 331 receiving yards when the team placed him on injured reserve. His absence affected two units, making return experience one consideration as the Texans assessed potential additions.

Remigio gives the Texans a player familiar with fielding both types of kicks, although the team has not announced his specific assignments or offensive workload.

Joining the active roster also does not establish whether he will play Sunday. His game-day status and responsibilities remain undetermined.

The Texans enter the matchup at 3-5, with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT in Cleveland.

For Houston, Remigio’s arrival supplies another experienced return option as the club prepares for its next game and the remainder of the regular-season schedule.