Overview
- General manager Nick Caserio said Dell is anticipated to participate at the start of Houston’s 2026 offseason program.
- Caserio described Dell’s ability to return to peak form as "to be determined," citing April–June field work and then training camp for clearer answers.
- Dell dislocated his knee and tore three ligaments in late 2024 in Kansas City, underwent multiple surgeries, and missed the entire 2025 season.
- Caserio praised Dell’s daily presence and attitude during rehab, and Dell posted that he has to "prove myself again."
- If his progress holds, reporting indicates Houston could feel less urgency to add veteran receivers given his prior productivity with C.J. Stroud.