24 Johnathan Joseph CB

Joseph (shoulder) is active for Sunday's matchup with the Patriots.

Joseph was limited in practice throughout the week but was left off the team's final injury report. He'll play and isn't expected to be limited at all.

Joseph (shoulder) is expected to play against the Patriots on Sunday.

Joseph only practiced on a limited basis this week but is not listed as questionable, so apparently the Texans are confident he can play. It's fantastic news after the veteran cornerback underwent a second MRI little more than a week ago, and Houston will need him as they will try to contain Tom Brady on Sunday.

Joseph (shoulder) was a limited participant at Texans' practice Wednesday.

Joseph exited in the second quarter of last Thursday's win over the Bengals and underwent at least two MRI screenings, but the injury doesn't seem overly serious. The veteran cornerback's status for Sunday's game against the Patriots remains unclear, but he doesn't appear to be looking at an extended absence, at least.

Joseph's (shoulder) first MRI didn't indicate that his injury is anything serious, though he will undergo a second for more clarification, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

While the full extent of his injury is currently unknown, the fact Joseph's injury doesn't appear to be serious is certainly a good sign for the Texans' secondary. More information should emerge in the coming days.

Joseph (shoulder) will not return to Thursday's game against the Bengals.

Joseph injured his shoulder during the second quarter and will remained sidelined for the entirety of the game, although there is not much else known about the injury at this time. As a result, Marcus Burley will continue to see increased reps at cornerback for the remainder of the contest.