J.J. Watt (chest, IR) could return for Houston in Week 17

Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt (torn pec, IR) could return in Week 17, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.

What It Means:

Watt could practice with the team if Houston does not clinch a playoff spot before Week 17; otherwise, he could return to practice ahead of the first round of the playoffs.

He had 4 sacks and 24 tackles in 8 games this season.