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Texans’ C.J. Stroud Highlights Rookie WR Helping Rising Offense

Getting superstar wide receiver Nico Collins back in the starting lineup after his concussion absence must surely figure to put Houston Texans quarterback C.J.

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Will Anderson Jr. makes statement that puts the NFL on notice

Based on how the first eight weeks of the 2025 season have gone, you wouldn't get much pushback if you were to suggest that the Houston Texans are the best defense in the National Football League.

NFL News / Toro Times / October 31

Texans and Broncos gearing up for a vintage defensive battle

This Sunday at NRG Stadium, the two best defenses in the NFL will be under the same roof, as the Denver Broncos visit the Houston Texans in what should be an old-school, smashmouth, defense-dominates-the-day affair that your father or grandfather would love.

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The 'NFL all-time rushing leaders' quiz

In NFL history, 32 players have rushed for 10,000 or more yards over the course of their careers. How many of the 32 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

The 'Single-season rushing record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Multiple 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

Houston Texans News / Stadium Rant / October 31

Are The 2025 Houston Texans A Sleeping Giant?

The Houston Texans currently sit at 3-4 and are in third place in the AFC South. While that doesn’t exactly scream juggernaut, there are signs that this team could be a sleeping giant.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / October 30

Texans expected to get back major offensive help for Broncos clash

Houston is going to need all the help it can get, but there is good news in that regard.

George Kittle reveals how 49ers responded to disappointing loss to Texans

Who are the best first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

The 'Players with 1,000 receiving yards in the 2023 NFL season' quiz

Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / October 30

Texans WR Nico Collins set to return, Christian Kirk could too

Houston Texans standout receiver Nico Collins cleared concussion protocol on Thursday and plans to play in Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos. Collins missed last week's 26-15 home victory over the San Francisco 49ers after he sustained the head injury against the Seattle Seahawks on Oct.

Dalton Schultz News / Houston Texans on SI / October 30

Texans’ TE Status Uncertain Ahead of Broncos Matchup

The Houston Texans could be without a big part of their lineup during Week 9's matchup vs. the Denver Broncos. According to the Texans' latest injury report after their second practice of the week, tight end Dalton Schultz was listed as a DNP for the second-straight practice with a back/shoulder injury.

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Talk / October 30

Woody Marks added to Texans injury report as a limited participant

Running back Woody Marks was added to the Texans' injury report for Thursday's practice. Marks was listed as a limited participant due to a calf injury.

Houston Texans News / Sporting News / October 30

Houston Texans' Woody Marks gets surprise injury update after Thursday's practice

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks was added to the team's injury report on Thursday and his status for the Week 9 game against the Denver Broncos is now up in the air.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

Will Anderson News / Houston Texans on SI / October 30

Will Anderson Thinks Texans Can Be Even Better Defensively

The Houston Texans, through the first half of the 2025 NFL season, have remained atop the league as one of the best collective defensive units. The Texans

C.J. Stroud News / Toro Times / October 30

CJ Stroud talks chemistry with the 'big kids' along the offensive line

In the post-game locker room after last Sunday's 26-15 win over the San Francisco 49ers, Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans handed CJ Stroud the game ball.

Houston Texans News / The Lead / October 29

Texans Offense Thrives Through Full-Team Effort Against 49ers

The Houston Texans (3-4) were triumphant over the San Francisco 49ers (5-3), winning 26-15. It is Houston’s first win this season over a team with a winning record, and an important step forward.

Nico Collins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 29

Texans WR Nico Collins earns must-see injury update for fantasy managers

The Houston Texans got off to a rocky start this season. They were 0-3, coming off a divisional loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Texans’ offense looked miserable, which masked how good the defense had been.

Dalton Keene News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 29

Texans Announce Two Practice Squad Moves

The Houston Texans announced they signed TE Dalton Keene to their practice squad and released RB Jawhar Jordan in a corresponding move. Houston hosted Keene for a workout last week. Keene, 26, was selected with the No.

George Kittle News / Yardbarker / October 29

George Kittle reveals how 49ers responded to disappointing loss to Texans

The 49ers lost to what was previously a 2-4 Texans team in Week 8.

49ers get needed help by trading for Patriots' Keion White

25 NFL legends who never won a Super Bowl

The 'NFL tight end 1,000-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Houston Texans News / Total Apex Sports / October 28

Houston Texans Defense Making History Through First 7 Games

Some defenses in NFL history are so legendary that they become part of the league’s mythology. The Houston Texans’ defense is starting to feel like it belongs in that conversation.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / October 22