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NFL Exec Compares Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair to Dennis Rodman

After a couple of impressive seasons on the Houston Texans' defense, veteran linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair is finally getting some credit in being deemed one of the NFL's premier talents at the position–– both in the eyes of fans and via several league personnel members.

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Several Teams Interested in Stefon Diggs–– Should Texans Check In?

Talks are heating up surrounding where veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs could end up next now that we're only a couple weeks out from training camp.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / July 13

NFL Execs, Coaches Make Their Stance Clear on Texans' C.J. Stroud

Throughout the past couple of weeks, NFL executives, coaches, and scouts have been voting on who they've felt are the best 10 players at each position around the league via polling from ESPN.

Jayden Higgins News / Houston Texans on SI / July 13

Texans WR Jayden Higgins: Ranks No. 15, And Remains Vital for the Offense

We're continuiung with our ranking for the top 25 Houston Texans for the 2026 season, counting down who on the roster is the most vital for this group's success for the year ahead.

John Riggins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Season rushing-TD leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to hold an NFL franchise single-season record for rushing touchdowns can you name in five minutes?

The '2K-scrimmage-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL franchise receiving-leaders' quiz

The '1K-yard,15-rushing-TD seasons' quiz

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / July 12

Why This Former Pro Bowl QB Believes in C.J. Stroud, Texans for 2026

The Houston Texans–– and their quarterback C.J. Stroud–– are looking to end their 2026 season much better than the way they did earlier this year. The Texans came up short in their divisional round matchup vs.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason

NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 11

J.J. Watt opens up about his special connection to Bengals

Few players have become more closely associated with the Houston Texans than J.J. Watt, but there has always been another AFC team that has quietly held a special place in his heart.

NFL executives, coaches give Bengals' Dexter Lawrence II bulletin-board material

Bengals' BJ Hill sends message to Dexter Lawrence II 'haters'

The 'Most TDs without making the playoffs' quiz

DeAndre Hopkins News / Houston Texans on SI / July 11

Why a DeAndre Hopkins-Texans Reunion Doesn't Make Sense

Former Houston Texans All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins seems like he's willing to keep his NFL journey going in 2026 for what would be his 14th year in pro.

Terrion Arnold News / Houston Texans on SI / July 11

4 Free Agents Texans Can Sign Who Are Better Fits Than Terrion Arnold

This week, the Houston Texans were among the few teams linked with potential interest in recently-released cornerback and 2024 first-round pick Terrion Arnold––who has been the center of controversy after getting wrapped up in legal trouble and was arrested back in June for felony charges of kidnapping and armed robbery.

David Montgomery News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 9

Texans send clear Woody Marks message after David Montgomery trade

The Houston Texans have fallen short of their Super Bowl goals three seasons in a row now, and each of those three teams has had its own problems that has prevented it from making a deeper run in the postseason.

David Montgomery News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Bold predictions for David Montgomery in 2026 with Texans

The Houston Texans made a big move to get David Montgomery, who said he knew his time with the Lions had run its course. And there’s a big role waiting for Montgomery.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Houston Texans 2026 NFL Season Preview

The big picture for the Texans includes an expensive undertaking in the Houston suburbs: a state-of-the art team training facility with an accompanying entertainment and retail complex set to open in 2029.

NFL News / Yardbarker

One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / July 6

Texans RB Woody Marks In Line For Returner Role

2025 proved to be a one-and-done year for Nick Chubb as a member of the Texans. He totaled 122 carries, but Woody Marks also emerged as a regular presence on offense.

David Montgomery News / Yardbarker / July 5

How will Lions backfield fare after trade that left Montgomery 'sick'?

How will Lions backfield fare after trade that left David Montgomery 'sick'?

The Detroit Lions made waves during the offseason when they Montgomery to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round draft pick, a 2027 seventh-round pick and offensive lineman Juice Scruggs.

NFL teams may have financial reason to pass on former Lions CB Terrion Arnold

Lions get good news in latest offseason analysis