Houston designated Hughes (hip) for return from its injured reserve list Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

The Texans placed Hughes (hip) on injured reserve Saturday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Hughes (hip) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bills.

The Texans re-signed Hughes (ankle) on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Hughes recorded four tackles and two sacks in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Bears in Week 3.

Hughes had three tackles, two sacks, an interception and forced a fumble in Sunday's 20-20 tie with the Colts in Week 1.

Hughes started at defensive end and saw his first action of the preseason in Thursday's game against the 49ers, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

The Texans signed Hughes on Tuesday, NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports.

General manager Brandon Beane said this week that while he expects Hughes -- an unrestricted free agent -- to explore the market, he's very open to having the veteran return to the team, the Bills' official site reports.