24 Johnathan Joseph CB

Joseph (neck) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Barring any setbacks, Joseph's full practice suggests he'll play in Saturday's game. The veteran cornerback was held out of last week's win over the Jaguars.

Joseph (neck) said he's trending in the right direction and is optimistic to play in Saturday's first-round playoff game against the Colts, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Joseph sat out Sunday's 20-3 win over the Jaguars, the second game he's missed this season due to injury and just his ninth over eight seasons with Houston. The Texans have the advantage of being at home, but they need all hands on deck in the secondary against Indianapolis' Andrew Luck, who completed 67 of 103 passes for 863 yards, six touchdowns and one interception in two games against them this year.

Joseph (neck) is inactive for Sunday's Week 17 tilt against Jacksonville.

Joseph played through a neck injury earlier in December and was limited in practice with the issue this week. He should be back for the playoffs as the issue doesn't appear overly serious. Look for Shareece Wright to draw the start at left cornerback while Joseph is sidelined.

Joseph (neck) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Joseph also dealt with a neck issue in early December, but it remains to be seen if this an aggravation of that issue or is a new injury. Regardless, the veteran cornerback was a limited practice participant this week and seems likely to play Week 17.

Joseph (hip/illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Eagles.

Joseph was either limited or held out of all of the Texans' practices this week. It's unclear if he'll be limited at all Sunday as the team looks to secure the division and a first-round bye in the playoffs. Look for Joseph to see his typical role as the team's starting left cornerback, with Shareece Wright and Aaron Colvin likely to see an few extra snaps if Joseph does end up being limited.