If Texans starting tight end Garrett Graham is going to play Sunday against Denver, he better get better in a hurry. According to interim coach Wade Phillips, the hamstring injury that prevented Graham from playing in Week 15 has not improved, per the Houston Chronicle. Phillips expressed pessimism at the possibility of Graham suiting up.

His continued absence would thrust rookie Ryan Griffin back into the starting role. Griffin caught six passes for 62 yards in the loss to Indianapolis.