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C.J. Stroud shines with 318 yards, 2 TDs in Texans’ win over 49ers

C.J. Stroud threw for season-high 318 yards and two touchdowns as the host Houston Texans never trailed and turned in their best offensive showing of the season in a 26-15 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday afternoon.

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Texans offense gets on track as 'Cyclone Season' overwhelms 49ers defense

Following a Monday Night Football defeat at the hands of the Seattle Seahawks, the Houston Texans had a short week to prepare for what was arguably the biggest game of their 2025 season thus far.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / October 26

3 Key Takeaways From Texans' Much-Needed Win vs. 49ers

The Houston Texans found their groove in Week 8 against the San Francisco 49ers for what would end up as their third win of the 2025 season, where both sides of the ball came out for a productive and sound day to elevate to 3-4, and kick off a long, three-game home stand on the right foot.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / October 26

Texans handle 49ers 26-15

The Texans beat the 49ers 26-15, and it wasn't that close. Houston has won three of its past four games to improve to 3-4, while San Francisco fell to 5-3.

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The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 400 catches in their career can you name in five minutes?

C.J. Stroud News / Pro Football Talk / October 26

C.J. Stroud has 300 yards, two TDs as Texans lead 49ers 23-7

The Texans couldn't do anything offensively on Monday night against the Seahawks. They have had their way with the 49ers, who are without Nick Bosa and Fred Warner.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Houston Texans News / Sporting News / October 26

Houston Texans shine bright against San Fransisco 49ers

Heading into the half, the Texans looked more dominant than ever.

NFL News / Toro Times / October 26

One telling stat highlights dominance of Texans defense in 1st half vs. 49ers

I'm not breaking any news when I suggest that the Houston Texans defense is among the very best in the NFL. There are countless stats that I could rely on to strengthen this very point, but perhaps the strongest one comes from the 1st half of today's game versus the San Francisco 49ers.

Derek Stingley News / Athlon Sports / October 25

NFL Announces Punishment for Texans CB Derek Stingley

The Houston Texans lost to the Seattle Seahawks on "Monday Night Football," 27-19. The Seahawks jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter and Houston was not able to catch up.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 25

Texans Officially Move Rookie Off Injured Reserve

The Houston Texans will be getting one of their rookies back from Injured Reserve in Week 8 vs. the San Francisco 49ers. According to a team announcement, the Texans have elevated cornerback Jaylin Smith from Injured Reserve, as he looks to make his return after missing four games of action.

Brenden Bates News / Houston Texans on SI / October 25

Texans Waive TE to Clear Roster Spot

The Houston Texans have cut ties with one of their tight ends ahead of their Week 8 matchup vs. the San Francisco 49ers According to a team announcement, the Texans have waived tight end Brenden Bates.

Derek Stingley News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 25

Why Texans’ Derek Stingley was fined $11,593 in Week 7 vs. Seahawks

Back in March, the Houston Texans made one of the biggest moves of the offseason when they signed star cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. to a three-year, $90 million contract extension.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / October 25

C.J. Stroud Sends Subtle Message on Texans' Offensive System

It's getting into broken record territory how often the Houston Texans falter and fail because of the same issues recurring over on the offensive side of the ball.

Dalton Schultz News / Toro Times / October 25

On National Tight Ends Day, the Texans need Dalton Schultz to come up big

Back in 2019, a new holiday was added to the NFL's calendar following a sideline interaction between San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle and then-Niners quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo the year prior.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / October 25

Three-game home stretch will either make or break Texans' 2025 season

Over the next three weeks, we'll learn a whole lot about the Houston Texans, and all of those lessons will be learned inside the friendly confines of NRG Stadium.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 24

Texans receive unfortunate Nico Collins, Christian Kirk injury updates for 49ers game

It’s been a slow start for the Houston Texans as the club finds itself 2-4 to begin the 2025-26 NFL season. With the team hoping to right the ship, it sounds like the offense is running into some roadblocks with the latest injury updates regarding wide receivers Nico Collins and Christian Kirk.

Houston Texans News / The Lead / October 23

Texans Proved Offensive Woes Are the Norm, Not the Exception

The Houston Texans (2-4) continue to dig themselves into a hole they have shown they cannot get themselves out of. The late Monday Night Football loss proved that.

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / October 23

Texans will not fire OC Nick Caley

After two seasons with Bobby Slowik guiding their offense, the Texans made a coordinator change this offseason. Nick Caley was tapped as his replacement, setting up the former Patriots and Rams staffer to handle OC duties for the first time in his career.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 23

Texans work out ex-Lions DB before 49ers clash

The Houston Texans have disappointed their fans during the first half of the 2025 season. Houston lost 27-19 against Seattle on Monday Night Football, dropping their record to 2-4.

C.J. Stroud News / Field Level Media / October 23

C.J. Stroud, Texans confident heading into meeting with injury-ravaged 49ers

A three-team tussle atop the NFC West figures to naturally play itself out by season's end. While the San Francisco 49ers have gained an early edge with victories against fellow 5-2 rivals Los Angeles and Seattle, right tackle Colton McKivitz knows a Week 8 visit to Houston offers a unique challenge.

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / October 22

Texans interested in acquiring RB

With injured starter Joe Mixon uncertain to play in 2025, the Texans have interest in acquiring a running back before the Nov. 4 trade deadline, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / October 22

The Texans' struggles go far beyond C.J. Stroud

Just two years removed from looking like the NFL's next big contender, the Texans are going the wrong direction.

'MNF' takeaways: Dominant defensive performance lifts Seahawks over gritty Texans

Texans coach throws kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn under the bus over mistake

The most overpaid & underpaid NFL players at every position

The 'Active four-passing-TD NFL game leaders' quiz

Azeez Al-Shaair News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair could be suspended for his latest cheap shot

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair was penalized yet again for unnecessary roughness on Monday night, and he is now facing another potential suspension because of his history.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / October 21

Texans coach throws kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn under the bus over mistake

The Texans tried to stage a late-game comeback against the Seahawks on Monday night, and a mistake from veteran kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn made the task more difficult.

'MNF' takeaways: Dominant defensive performance lifts Seahawks over gritty Texans

20 NFL players who were one-season wonders

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 21

Dominant defensive performance lifts Seahawks over Texans

'MNF' takeaways: Dominant defensive performance lifts Seahawks over gritty Texans

The Seattle Seahawks flexed their muscle with a dominant defensive performance in a 27-19 win over the Houston Texans in the second game of a "Monday Night Football" doubleheader.

NFL panic meter: Should Commanders, Chargers be worried?

Week 7 fantasy football takeaways: Rashee Rice has arrived

25 old-school NFL star defensive players modern fans should know

The 'NFL most improved players' quiz

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / October 20

Texans activate Denico Autry, Jaylen Reed

Shortly before their 21-day activations windows closed, both Denico Autry and Jaylen Reed are back in the fold. Both defenders were activated by the Houston Texans on Monday, per a team announcement.