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AFC Notes: Nick Caley, Cole Popovich, DeMeco Ryans, Texans

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.

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Nico Collins Clarifies Why He Was Limited at Texans Minicamp

The last time the Houston Texans were on the field for an organized practice was back in June during their brief OTAs and mandatory minicamp period. And it was in that offseason program where Nico Collins, the Texans' number one wide receiver, had a few days in which he wasn't a full participant in practice.

C.J. Stroud News / Viral Sports News / July 18

Texans QB C.J. Stroud Receives Polarizing Outlook From Teammate

In the world of the NFL, contract negotiations can create plenty of tension, but for Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, at least one voice in the locker room is ringing out loud and clear in his defense.

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The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

How many of the NFL running backs to reach the 2,000 rushing yard milestone in a single regular season can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 18

5 Texans Training Camp Battles to Watch (and Who's Most Likely to Be Cut)

Houston Texans training camp is right around the corner, as rookies will enter the building for practice this coming week, with veterans set to follow them for their arrival at the end of the month on July 28th.

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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.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / July 18

C.J. Stroud's QB Ranking Shows Just How Much He Needs to Prove

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has seen a wide range of opinions regarding his place among NFL signal-callers since his ugly end to last season.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 17

What Texans' Will Anderson Said After LeBron Called Him Bronny's Twin

Since Houston Texans edge rusher Will Anderson has been drafted to the NFL, he's seen a fair share of comparisons linking him as a close look-alike to the son of future Basketball Hall of Famer LeBron James: Bronny James.

Braden Smith News / Pro Football Rumors / July 17

Texans RT Braden Smith Had Neck Surgery; Expected Back For Camp

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 of KPRC 2 reports.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 17

AFC Notes: Brenton Strange, Dylan Horton, Derek Stingley Jr., Jaguars, Texans

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.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 17

One Texans Rookie With the Best Chance to Surprise Everyone

The Houston Texans are right on the cusp of kicking off training camp next week, which starts with getting their rookie class in the building on July 21st for a week’s head start on the veterans, who get back on the field on July 28th.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 17

Texans Training Camp Roster: Full 90-Man Roster Entering Camp

The Houston Texans are just a handful of days away from getting their long-awaited training camp off and rolling. After a lengthy, but productive offseason,

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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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 17

Texans' C.J. Stroud gets bad news from NFL teams amid uncertainty about future

The Houston Texans are unlikely to sign quarterback C.J. Stroud to a lucrative multiyear contract extension before training camp opens. Is he ever going to be worth the big bucks?

Texans' Xavier Hutchinson shares big C.J. Stroud prediction

John Harbaugh advised to trade budding player before it's too late

Texans Sign Fourth-Round OL Febechi Nwaiwu, Complete Draft Deals

The 'Most INTs in an NFL playoff game' quiz

Ed Ingram News / Houston Texans on SI / July 16

Texans OG Ed Ingram: Houston's Best Offensive Lineman Ranks No. 14

We're pushing forward with our ranking for the top 25 Houston Texans for the 2026 season, counting down who on the roster will be the most important pieces for this group's success in the months ahead.

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Febechi Nwaiwu News / Pro Football Rumors / July 16

Texans Sign Fourth-Round OL Febechi Nwaiwu, Complete Draft Deals

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.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 16

Lions may seriously regret one offseason move

It's make or break time for the Detroit Lions, head coach Dan Campbell included.

Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown gives NFL another reason to fear him

Is the Maxx Crosby and Lions dream finally over, or just starting?

The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 16

Texans Signed Fourth-Round OL Febechi Nwaiwu, Wrapped Up Draft Class

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. Nwaiwu, 23, was a no-star recruit who initially walked on at North Texas and later earned a scholarship.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / July 16

Texans' Xavier Hutchinson shares big C.J. Stroud prediction

Hutchinson doesn't seem worried about Stroud despite questions surrounding the quarterback's play over the last two seasons and his future in Houston.

NFL QBs facing the most pressure heading into the 2026 season

Texans co-founder and senior chair Janice McNair dies at 89

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Texans get Super Bowl truth bomb from insider, with a catch

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.

Houston Texans News / The Spun / July 14

Former Houston Texans Owner Janice S. McNair Dead Tuesday at 89

The Houston Texans confirmed that team co-founder and senior chair Janice S. McNair has passed away. She was 89. Janice McNair and her husband, Bob, founded the Texans in 2002.

Bob Mcnair News / Pro Football Rumors / July 14

Texans Co-Founder Janice McNair Dies At 89

Texans co-founder and senior chair Janice McNair died at the age of 89 in Houston on Tuesday, per a team announcement. McNair co-founded the Texans with her husband, Bob McNair, in 1999.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Texans $54 million star named ‘Dennis Rodman of linebackers’

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.

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

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 9