James Houston
LB - Cleveland Browns
Week 18 Outlook
Availability
The Lions released pass rusher James Houston.
Fantasy Impact
Houston has been in and out of the lineup this season for Detroit. He will look to land another opportunity with a different team.
James Houston is active for Week 7 for the Detroit Lions against the Minnesota Vikings.
Fantasy Impact
Houston had been a healthy inactive the last few weeks for the Lions, but will be tasked with attempting to offset the loss of star pass-rusher Aidan Hutchinson (leg) against a Minnesota offense that has yet to face many challenges leading into the NFC North divisional clash.
James Houston is active for Week 2 for the Detroit Lions against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Fantasy Impact
Houston was a healthy inactive for the Lions for Week 1, now making his season debut as part of a Detroit pass rush looking to keep consistent pressure on Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield in the Week 2 contest.
James Houston is officially inactive for Week 1 for the Detroit Lions against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday night.
Fantasy Impact
Houston will not suit up for head coach Dan Campbell, leaving a key pass-rushing option unavailable for a Detroit defense looking to put plenty of pressure on a solid Los Angeles offense Sunday night.
Lions LB James Houston had his practice window opened by the team on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Houston has not played since Week 2 after he suffered a fractured ankle against the Seahawks. The 25-year-old will now have 21-days to be added to the active roster and removed from injured reserve.