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NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / November 5

Why Texans' Week 9 Game vs. Chargers Matters More Than You Think

The Houston Texans are just days away from their Week 9 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers–– a game that sets up as a pivotal one as this team sits at a 2-5 record through their first seven games.

C.J. Stroud News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Three Encouraging Signs and Two Real Worries for C.J. Stroud's Texans at the 0-7 Chargers

For a team that hasn’t won at home, a cross-country flight might be welcome. C.J. Stroud and the 2-5 Houston Texans open the second half of their season Sunday at SoFi Stadium against the 0-7 Los Angeles Chargers, and DeMeco Ryans has kept his staff intact through a 0-4 start at home.

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Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / November 5

The Texans Went Back to Youth Football Drills to Fix Their Tackling

The Houston Texans’ defense has not looked as dominant as it did last season. During the bye-week practice sessions, the coaching staff went back to basic youth football tackling drills.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / November 5

3 Players Texans Should Call About Before the NFL Trade Deadline

The Houston Texans are less than a week away from the NFL trade deadline. And when taking a step back to look at where this team stands heading into Week 9 with their 2-5 record, it's hard to tell whether or not the Texans will be true buyers or sellers over the course of the next few days.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 5

Anderson Jr. shares odd praise for Herbert after 'seeing ghosts' jab

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. shares odd praise for Chargers' Justin Herbert after 'seeing ghosts' jab

It doesn't sound like the Texans will be looking past the Chargers.

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh, Justin Herbert respond to 'deli meat,' 'seeing ghosts' jabs after loss to Rams

Chargers reportedly not 'eager to enter teardown mode' despite falling to 0-7

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Braden Smith News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Could a Trade for Texans Braden Smith Solve Dolphins Protection Crisis as Miami Seeks Offensive Line Help

Braden Smith joined the Houston Texans on a two-year contract in 2026 after spending his first eight NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts. He was not acquired through a trade.

Taron Johnson News / Athlon Sports / November 5

NFL Analyst Breaks Down Why Targeting Taron Johnson Makes Sense for Texans’ Playoff Push

Despite their disappointing 2-5 start, the Houston Texans still have a path back into the AFC playoff race. Their remaining schedule offers opportunities to recover, but the margin for error is shrinking.

Jalen Pitre News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Texans’ Jalen Pitre set to return from shoulder injury for Chargers game after latest update

The Houston Texans’ official Week 9 injury report has delivered a significant boost ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Safety Jalen Pitre appears to be nearing a return from his shoulder injury for Sunday’s showdown.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 4

Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. raises eyebrows with Justin Herbert take before Chargers game

Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. had some high praise for Justin Herbert ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. However, his assessment of the quarterback’s current play might leave NFL fans wondering what he has been watching.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

David Montgomery News / Houston Texans on SI / November 4

Texans' Latest David Montgomery Injury Update Should Raise Concerns

The Houston Texans have been a bit depleted in their running back room because of their recent injury to veteran David Montgomery, who's been sidelined with a groin injury dating back to the first half of their Week 5 game against the Tennessee Titans.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / November 4

Texans Make Roster Moves to Bounce Back After the Bye Week

The Houston Texans return to action with a 2-5 record after losing three consecutive games by a combined 12 points. Their defeat to the New York Giants exposed problems in closing out games, particularly on defense.

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Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 4

Texans Announce Four Practice Squad Moves

The Houston Texans announced they signed DT Jaden Crumedy and WR Daniel Sobkowicz to their practice squad and cut DT Kyonte Hamilton and TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / November 4

The 2-5 Texans’ Path Back Runs Through a Young Guard and Their Biggest Trade Addition

The Houston Texans enter the second half of their season at 2-5, with all four home games ending in losses. Their overtime defeat to the New York Giants made matters worse, exposing problems in tackling, offensive execution, and game management.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / November 4

Texans, C.J. Stroud expected to sign contract extension 'barring a massive unforeseen downturn in his play'

An update emerged on Stroud's contract situation.

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Texans Signing DT Naquan Jones Off 49ers’ PS

Texans DE Jadeveon Clowney Generating Trade Interest

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Jadeveon Clowney News / Pro Football Rumors / November 2

Texans DE Jadeveon Clowney Generating Trade Interest

Jadeveon Clowney has played for seven NFL teams since arriving as the 2014 No. 1 overall pick. The 13th-year veteran has been part of many transactions.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2

Coach shares why Herbert is not a good fit for a McDaniel offense

Offensive coach shares why Chargers' Justin Herbert is not a good fit for a Mike McDaniel offense

For a piece published on Monday, Mike Sando of The Athletic spoke with an offensive coach from another team who seems convinced that Harbaugh is making a mistake by extending the marriage involving Herbert and McDaniel for at least one more week.

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh sticking with Mike McDaniel as play-caller after loss to Rams

Chargers QB Justin Herbert may already be damaged goods

Khalil Mack trying to deal with 'outside noise' amid trade rumors, Chargers' losing season

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Naquan Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2

Texans Signing DT Naquan Jones Off 49ers’ PS

Aaron Wilson reports the Texans are signing DT Naquan Jones to the active roster off the 49ers’ practice squad. Jones, 28, wound up going undrafted out of Michigan State back in April of 2021.

Jadeveon Clowney News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 1

Texans DE Jadeveon Clowney Emerging As Trade Candidate

According to Adam Schefter, Texans DE Jadeveon Clowney is generating some trade interest ahead of the deadline. He returned to Houston, where he started his career, on a one-year deal this summer and has been a rotational rusher.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29

NFL Week 8 panic meter: Should Chiefs, 49ers be worried?

We're nearly halfway through the 2026 NFL regular season, so we have a pretty good idea about which teams are contenders and which teams are pretenders. Many of those contenders suffered losses in Week 7, but do any of them need to worry?

Are Chiefs going to make a move at wide receiver?

DeForest Buckner trade is more than on-field impact for 49ers

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes reacts to report leaking that he, Andy Reid told Josh Simmons to leave team meeting

Chiefs send clear message to Harrison Butker with bold Justin Tucker move

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Jaylin Noel News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28

Texans Place Jaylin Noel On IR; WR Not Expected Back This Season

The Texans’ injury issues at wide receiver persist. Weeks after the team placed Jayden Higgins on IR with an ACL tear, its other 2025 Iowa State receiver draftee — Jaylin Noel — joins him on IR.

C.J. Stroud News / Pro Football Rumors / October 28

Texans, C.J. Stroud Were Close On Offseason Extension; Deal Expected In 2027

Although the Texans have been one of the NFL’s most disappointing teams, C.J. Stroud has not been the primary reason for Houston’s struggles. The fourth-year quarterback has shown improvement from his concerning conclusion to Year 3.