Justin Herbert, Keenan Allen playing vs Texans today? Chargers give latest injury update

As the Los Angeles Chargers face off against the Houston Texans on Saturday, questions surround the injury status of Justin Herbert and Keenan Allen

Published on: Dec 28, 2025, 01:06:31 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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As the Los Angeles Chargers face off against the Houston Texans on Saturday, questions surround the injury status of Justin Herbert and Keenan Allen. The two were mentioned in the latest injury report. In a positive update, it was reported that the two were full participants in practice all week.

Justin Herbert #10 of the Los Angeles Chargers jogs onto the field during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs (Getty Images via AFP)

Los Angeles Chargers Injury Report

Out

Jamaree Salyer (OL) — Hamstring | Did not practice | Appeared in 6 games this season

R.J. Mickens (S) — Shoulder | Did not practice

2025: 24 tackles, 2 INTs, 2 PBUs

Benjamin St-Juste (CB) — Shoulder | Did not practice

2025: 27 tackles, 1 INT, 6 PBUs

Derius Davis (WR) — Ankle | Did not practice | Played 10 games in 2025

Questionable

Kimani Vidal (RB) — Neck | Limited practice

152 carries, 631 yards, 3 TDs this season

Teair Tart (DL) — Groin | Limited practice

Mekhi Becton (OG) — Knee | Full practice | 4 games played in 2025

Full Practice Participants

Donte Jackson (CB) — Hip

Trey Pipkins (OL) — Ankle | 5 games played

Khalil Mack (OLB) — Rest

5.5 sacks, 28 tackles, 5 TFL

Justin Herbert (QB) — Hand

Passing: 319/480, 3,491 yards, 25 TDs, 12 INTs

Rushing: 461 yards, 2 TDs

Bud Dupree (OLB) — Back

Keenan Allen (WR) — Rest

73 receptions, 724 yards, 4 TDs on 106 targets

Houston Texans Injury Report

Out

Darrell Taylor (DE) — Ankle | Full practice | 3 games played

Ajani Carter (CB) — Hamstring | Full practice

Jamal Hill (LB) — Calf | Did not practice | 6 games played

Trent Brown (OT) — Ankle | Did not practice | 4 games played

Questionable

Justin Watson (WR) — Calf | Full practice

Aireontae Ersery (OT) — Thumb | Limited practice | 6 games played

Full Practice Participants

Austin Brinkman (LS) — Knee | 1 game played

Woody Marks (RB) — Ankle

167 carries, 584 yards, 2 TDs

Derek Stingley Jr. (CB) — Oblique

32 tackles, 4 INTs, 13 PBUs

Kamari Lassiter (CB) — Foot

85 tackles, 4 INTs, 16 PBUs

Azeez Al-Shaair (LB) — Ankle

96 tackles, 1 INT, 1 TFL

Denico Autry (DE) — Knee | Limited practice

Dylan Horton (DE) — Hip

Sheldon Rankins (DT) — Knee

2.5 sacks, 5 TFL, 32 tackles

Dalton Schultz (TE) — Knee

75 receptions, 685 yards, 3 TDs on 98 targets

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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