A joint practice session saw the Texans' defense outperform the Panthers. However, the team suffered injuries to two players, Braden Smith and Ali Gaye, who were carted off the field. The nature and extent of their injuries are not known, as the coach declined to provide an update.

The injuries occurred on adjacent fields, prompting a temporary halt in action. Both players were helped onto carts and taken away.

Further details about the practice and the injuries can be found through additional reporting, including comments from the coach and plans for the upcoming preseason game.