Story byBig SargeFri, December 5, 2025 at 1:09 AM UTC·1 min readThe Houston Texans suffered a significant blow to their defensive line when the NFL Network reported, and sources later confirmed to Big Sarge Media, that defensive tackle Tim Settle Jr. is expected to undergo season-ending foot surgery. After reviewing game footage, Settle was seen hobbling towards the sidelines late in the fourth quarter of the Texans’ 20-16 victory over the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. The team placed him on the injured reserve list on Thursday afternoon. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“Sad news, Tim was playing really good football for us and was having a really good season,” said Texans defensive coordinator Matt Burke.