Texans tackle Derek Newton returning to practice this week

Texans veteran offensive tackle Derek Newton is returning to practice this week on a limited basis.

Newton has been sidelined since suffering a strained hamstring during the first day of training camp.

Newton isn't expected to play in the Texans' preseason finale against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night.

However, Texans coach Bill O'Brien said he could foresee Newton being ready for the season-opener Sept. 11 against the Chicago Bears at NRG Stadium.

Newton has been replaced in the lineup for the preseason with former undrafted lineman Kendall Lamm.