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Laremy Tunsil has been one of the NFL’s shrewdest negotiators. The Commanders tackle has thrice secured contracts that made him the NFL’s highest-paid offensive lineman. He did so with the Texans, the first instance following a blockbuster trade with the Dolphins, and became the …
The Texans star is standing on what he believes. The post Texans’ C.J. Stroud Reaches Out to Super Bowl Champion appeared first on HEAVY.
Former Eagles undrafted free agent Reed Blankenship earned a huge new contract with the Houston Texans this offseason, and he and Cooper DeJean welcomed Blankenship’s new teammate Calen Bullock on their Exciting Mics podcast. Bullock overlapped with Makai Lemon for one year at US…
As a Houston pro sports fan, you are almost contractually obligated to look for, and expect the worst to happen, usually in a highly dramatic and painfully creative fashion. Earlier, we discussed how the 2026-27 season could go so, so wrong for the Texans. However, for all that c…
Houston Texans training camp kicks off this Wednesday. The fresh grass at Reliant Stadium is eager to receive its 25th edition of the Houston Texans roster. Expectations could not be higher. The bar has been set at the divisional round and nothing less would satisfy the fanbase. …
Nick Vannett has seen game action with nine NFL teams over a 10-year career. He was briefly with a 10th team (the Texans) as well. The nomadic tight end, however, is returning to the place his career began. The Seahawks agreed to terms with Vannett on Friday, bringing him back ne…
The Texans have explored similar options before. The post Texans Get Eyes on 6-Foot-9 Former Giants O-Lineman: ‘Human Mountain’ appeared first on HEAVY.
Colts When taking a look at impending extensions for running backs, Joel Corry of CBS Sports notes that Colts RB Jonathan Taylor is entering the final year of a three-year, $42 million deal and could be next in line. Corry expects Taylor to be looking for a contract near the top…
Last year, the Houston Texans scrambled a bit at the running back position. They signed four-time Pro Bowl running back […]
Joe Mixon missed all of last season with a mysterious injury, and now a recent update from Texans reporter Aaron Wilson ignited retirement rumors.
According to reports, Joe Mixon has told former Bengals teammates his NFL career is likely over after a injury cost him the entire 2025 season.
The 2023 Texans draft class moves into the final year of their rookie deals, a natural inflection point for evaluating each player’s future with the team. With extensions already in place for C.J. Stroud and Will Anderson Jr., the remaining players now face a season that will det…
Joe Mixon missed all of 2025 and requested a release from the Texans this spring. The veteran running back has remained on the open market since then, but he is unlikely to return to the NFL. During a recent Texans training camp preview (video link), KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson went int…
About 6 years ago, I detailed the Five Best Wide Receivers in Houston Texans History. That list included Corey Bradford, Will Fuller V, Kevin Walter, DeAndre Hopkins and, of course, Andre Johnson. Based on receiving yardage alone, Nico Collins is already the 3rd place WR all-time…
Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles news and links … Ranking NFL teams by under-25 talent: Pats, Texans lead list – ESPN18) Philadelphia Eagles. Last year’s rank: 14. Blue chips: LB Jihaad Campbell, CB/S Cooper DeJean. Notable graduated players: DT Jalen Carter, CB Quinyon Mitch…
The Texans would need to have a significant change of heart. The post Texans Trade Pitch Sends C.J. Stroud to Desperate NFC Team appeared first on HEAVY.
To say that there are high expectations for the Houston Texans this season is to understate the obvious. After a less-than-satisfying end to a strong 2025-26 season, Houston did a lot to shore up the team strengths (re-signing/extending key defensive stalwarts) and spent a lot of…
What could derail the Houston Texans in the 2026-2027 season? A few of those things are presented here.
This would be a major shake-up. The post Texans Predicted to Move on $131 Million Quarterback appeared first on HEAVY.
He has a lot to prove. The post C.J. Stroud Gets Blunt Take Before Texans Vets Report for Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin sent shockwaves throughout the football world after announcing that he would be stepping down from his position after the team’s loss in the AFC Wild Card playoffs to the Houston Texans. Pittsburgh wasted no time, hiring Mike McCarthy in the…
Houston Texans News From The Gambia to Peterborough: Stories Behind Houston’s 2026 Roster (HoustonTexans.com) Nico Collins on limited offseason work: They want me ready for camp (Pro Football Talk) Eyes of the Guru IDP Info, Part 21: Houston Texans (Football Guys) Report: Free ag…
Trending add: Tank Dell (WR, HOU) — added in 1208 Sleeper leagues
The Texans have missed him. The post Texans’ Tank Dell Draws More Attention After Turning Heads appeared first on HEAVY.
Jaguars Jaguars GM James Gladstone has quickly established a reputation as an executive who likes to be active and aggressive. SI.com’s John Shipley lists four players Gladstone could be open to flipping in a preseason trade, including OL Walker Little, CB Christian Braswell, S E…
Autry, 36, has not announced his intention yet. He became a free agent in March after his contract with the Texans expired. Autry entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent and played 12 seasons, four with the Raiders, three with the Colts, three with the Titans and two with the …
The Houston Texans’ training camp officially kicks off on July 28th, and there are several players worth keeping an eye on as the offseason comes to a close. PLAYER ONE: WR JAYLIN NOEL Although Jaylin Noel didn’t put up eye-popping numbers in 2025, he consistently made plays when…
Trending add: Tank Dell (WR, HOU) — added in 1512 Sleeper leagues
He would make for an interesting addition. The post Texans Show Interest in ‘Versatile’ Former Raiders Playmaker appeared first on HEAVY.
The Texans could still add to a group that is already a strength, and an official workout links them to one potential candidate. The post Texans Move on $22 Million Super Bowl Champion With Multiple Team Ties appeared first on HEAVY.
Free-agent S Jordan Whitehead has been fully-cleared to resume his football career after undergoing neck surgery, according to Mike Garafolo. Garafolo adds that Whitehead has had workouts with both the Texans and the Colts, with more to come soon. Whitehead, 29, is a former fourt…
Jaguars Jaguars HC Liam Coen had a heck of a debut season in Jacksonville, winning 13 games and the AFC South. One of the things that drew team brass to him during the interview process was his “Three Better/Three Best” philosophy of development. Coaches look at three things for …
For an article published on Monday, Mike Jones of The Athletic suggested that those running the Texans have already made a significant call regarding what they won't do before the 2026 season gets underway.
Despite his struggles in the playoffs, a Hall of Famer is still siding with C.J. Stroud over Baker Mayfield for the future.
Year two of Nick Caley’s run as offensive coordinator will reveal exactly where this Texans offense is headed. The plan is clear: ease the burden on C.J. Stroud and spread it across a roster built for defined, specialized roles. Every move Houston made this offseason points to th…
Houston Texans News Texans taking different approach to alleviate postseason woes (ESPN.com) J.J. Watt makes fan’s day with surprise New York meet-up (Chron.com) Houston Texans Given Clear Message on Keylan Rutledge (Yahoo Sports) New Reliant Stadium signs going up as Texans, Rod…
He could help the Texans early and often. The post Texans Rookie Wide Receiver Gets Tremendous Vote of Confidence appeared first on HEAVY.
Texans Texans OL coach Cole Popovich detailed what he’s looking for in his offensive line and wants them to be intelligent and tough. “The two main things are tough and smart, I just want to see tough and physical play,” Popovich said, via Click2Houston. “When you’re watching the…
The Cleveland Browns walked off the field on January 13, 2024, at Houston’s NRG Stadium, disappointed but with the belief that better days were ahead. Cleveland had just fallen to the Houston Texans in a Wild Card playoff game, the second playoff appearance in four years for the …
The Texans star spoke candidly. The post Nico Collins Sets Record Straight After Texans’ Eyebrow-Raising Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
The Texans hope they did enough to address their issues. The post Texans Get Concerned Message About Second-Year Running Back appeared first on HEAVY.
He still has a lot to prove this season. The post Texans Teammate Does Not Mince Words Amid Message to C.J. Stroud appeared first on HEAVY.
Colts Colts RB coach DeAndre Smith said the team hopes to take some of the workload off of RB Jonathan Taylor‘s plate this year. “We definitely need to find ways to take some of that workload off him,” Smith said, via ESPN. “If I can find another guy or two that can take some of …
A New York Jets and Houston Texans trade idea would swap QB C.J. Stroud for a treasure trove of draft picks. The post Jets Trade Pitch Lands 24-Year-Old Pro Bowl Quarterback appeared first on HEAVY.
The NBA legend offered his thoughts on the Texans star earlier this year. The post Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. Sends Message on LeBron James After Comments appeared first on HEAVY.
On January 21, the San Francisco 49ers signed offensive lineman Zachary Thomas to a Reserve/Future contract. Thomas was a sixth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, where the Chicago Bears drafted him. He’d spent time with the Bears, Rams, Patriots, and Colts. Thomas was most recent…
While a member of the Colts in 2025, right tackle Braden Smith went on season-ending IR with neck and head injuries in mid-December. Now, as he prepares to enter the first season of a two-year, $25MM contract with the Texans, Smith is on the mend from neck surgery, Aaron Wilson o…
The Texans are largely basing their decision off his potential. The post Texans Get Strong Words Over Risky Plan for ‘Physical Tone-Setter’ appeared first on HEAVY.
Jaguars Jaguars TE Brenton Strange said after signing a contract extension that he didn’t want to be anywhere else. “I feel like Duval is home to me,” he said, via the team’s website. Strange added that he felt like the team would offer him a contract extension but added that he’…
Bengals Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase was voted the top receiver in football by coaches, execs and scouts around the league: “He’s the best I’ve gone against,” an NFL head coach said. “He can break it for 80 [yards] at any time.” (Jeremy Fowler) Another veteran coach raved about his v…
Jaguars The Jaguars’ coaching staff has been explicit about their praise for second-year UDFA CB Jabbar Muhammad’s improvements. Jacksonville HC Liam Coen thinks he might be their most improved player, while DC Anthony Campanile raved about his ability to make plays on the ball. …
This will be a source of intrigue until they finalize a decision. The post Texans Get Blunt Take on C.J. Stroud ‘Problem’ Before Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
The Texans have signed fourth-round offensive lineman Febechi Nwaiwu to a four-year, $5.6MM contract, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 reports .The team now has all eight members of its 2026 draft class under contract. A native of the Lone Star State, Nwaiwu began his college career as a w…
He could be a fitting finishing piece. The post Texans Urged to Add $99 Million Former Cowboys Starter appeared first on HEAVY.
The Houston Texans have signed fourth-round OL Febechi Nwaiwu to his rookie contract, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. He’s the final member of Houston’s draft class to sign. Rd Pick Player Pos. Note 1 26 Keylan Rutledge G Signed 2 36 Kayden McDonald DT Signed 2 59 Marl…
Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick of PFF released their 2026 Running Back Rankings recently and you have to scroll pretty far to see the Houston Texans new tailback, David Montgomery. Despite all the local hype from both Detroit and H-Town, it seems the folks at PFF, and their gr…
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere… The 5 O’Clock Club The 5 o’clock club is published from time to time during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn’t much NFL news being published. Feel free to introduce topics that interest …
The year is going to be key. The post Texans Triplet Does Not Hold Back About C.J. Stroud appeared first on HEAVY.
The Cleveland Browns are once again seeking an answer at the quarterback position, with veteran Deshaun Watson trying to recapture the magic of his previous stint with the Houston Texans and second-year pro Shedeur Sanders trying to overcome a poor rookie season and his fifth-rou…
Cardinals: Currently no, but Ford had a concept car called the Cardinal at one point Falcons: Ford Falcon) Ravens: No Bills: No Panthers: No, but Ford had a vehicle platform called the Panther platform at one point Bengals: Currently no, but Buick had a concept car called the Ben…
I remember draft weekend in 2023 like it was yesterday. Absolutely, there was a ton of giddiness over getting Will Anderson and C.J. Stroud back to back. However, the draft also featured Tank Dell. However, one of the later picks I was most excited about was Xavier Hutchinson. Wh…
Throughout the offseason, SB Nation will host surveys for NFL fans, sponsored by the folks over at FanDuel Sportsbook. For Pride of Detroit, we are tasked with fielding questions from Detroit Lions fans, and this week’s question centers around superstar running back Jahmyr Gibbs.…
8:20pm: Commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement: “Janice McNair was a woman of extraordinary generosity, grace and faith, whose impact on the Houston community and the NFL will be felt for generations,” Goodell said (via NFL.com). “Alongside Bob, she helped bring the NFL …
Janice McNair, the co-founder and former owner of the NFL's Texans, has died, the team announced Tuesday in a statement.
Jaguars Jacksonville added two rookie tight ends in the draft in second-rounder Nate Boerkircher and fifth-rounder Tanner Koziol to pair with Brenton Strange. Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence is excited about the various personnel groupings they can run thanks to the added talent in th…
There are a lot of questions surrounding the Houston Texans, but one NFL insider believes that have what it takes to go on a Super Bowl run. The post Texans Draw Bold Super Bowl Prediction, But There’s a Catch appeared first on HEAVY.
The Houston Texans have standout defensive players. And they have a new running back for 2026. Still, while they got a Super Bowl truth bomb from an insider, there’s a catch, according to a post on X by The Dan Patrick Show. “If they can run the ball, I mean, I think they’ll win …
It is a sad day for the Texans. The post Texans Owner Cal McNair Sends Message After Mother, Founder Dies appeared first on HEAVY.
Houston Texans co-founder and senior chair Janice S. McNair has died at the age of 89, the organization announced Tuesday. McNair, who helped bring the NFL back to Houston alongside her late husband Bob McNair, leaves behind a legacy that extended far beyond football through deca…
Houston Texans co-founder Janice S. McNair has died. The team confirmed her death in a statement Tuesday evening, saying she passed away peacefully.
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The Texans are taking some risks already, and he could be a hedge. The post Texans Trade Pitch Adds Dolphins Playmaker With ‘Big-Play Potential’ appeared first on HEAVY.
The Houston Texans paid their stud linebacker. And he expressed appreciation to the fans. But apparently Azeez Al-Shaair has a little bad boy in him, according to ESPN. The $54 million star was named the Dennis Rodman of NFL linebackers. Al-Shaair received a ranking of No. 6 amon…
The second edition of the roster prediction series is here. The roster is little changed since early June, but the tides still change around NRG as the World Cup comes to an end and training camp gets underway soon. Similar to how NCAA Basketball’s Bracketology works, I’ll update…
I was curious when the last time each team had "sustained success" was and put together this list of the last time each team had three winning seasons in a row. Team Season Buffalo Bills 2025 Detroit Lions 2025 Green Bay Packers 2025 Houston Texans 2025 Los Angeles Rams 2025 Phil…
The decision to select him was though out. The post Texans Get Good News About Polarizing Rookie Draft Pick appeared first on HEAVY.
Colts Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated names Colts’ third-round S A.J. Haulcy as a rookie to watch in Indianapolis’ offseason program, given his “instincts and feel for the game” have quickly shown up in practice. Breer mentions that Haulcy looks like the favorite to start opp…
He has been sorely missed. The post Texans Expected to Make Telling Decision Regarding Tank Dell appeared first on HEAVY.
The Texans will take a “measured approach” with WR Tank Dell at the start of training camp, per team insider Aaron Wilson. That includes limited pra
It was a perfect match for both sides. The post Texans’ $37 Million ‘Cornerstone’ Sends Strong Message Ahead of Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.