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Here's Why Each Texans Rookie Could Start, And Why They Won't

The Houston Texans brought in an intriguing batch of young talent on both sides of the ball through their 2026 NFL Draft action last month, and now head into rookie minicamp for the team to get their first official look at those new selections working out and in uniform.

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Texans Announce Uniform Numbers for Every 2026 Draft Pick

The Houston Texans are officially kicking off their 2026 rookie minicamp this weekend, marking the first time their incoming draft picks and undrafted free agents will be taking the field as members of the team.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 7

An Early Look at Every Team on Texans' 2026 Schedule

The 2026 NFL schedule release date has yet to be announced, so we don't exactly know when the Houston Texans will discover how their 18 weeks in the regular season will shake out.

Stefon Diggs News / Houston Texans on SI / May 7

Texans Shouldn’t Rule Out Reuniting With Stefon Diggs

Earlier this week, free agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs was officially found not guilty in his legal case from December of 2025 for felony strangulation, misdemeanor assault, and battery that could now uplift the pause put on his future status in the NFL, and potentially find a new home before next season.

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C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / May 7

How Texans QB C.J. Stroud Transformed His Body This Offseason

One of the bigger storylines revolving around Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud moving through this NFL offseason hasn't just surrounded what's on the horizon for his upcoming contract extension, but also his eye-catching body transformation undergone this offseason.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 7

Texans' Azeez Al-Shaair Breaks Down Awkward First Talk With DeMeco Ryans

DeMeco Ryans and Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair have built a notably strong bond with one another throughout their time together with the Houston Texans, and dating back to their partnership on the San Francisco 49ers' defense.

Brandon Hill News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 6

Broncos Also Hosting DB Brandon Hill For Tryout

The Denver Broncos are hosting former Texans DB Brandon Hill for a tryout during their rookie minicamp, according to Mike Klis. Hill, 25, was a seventh-round pick out of Pittsburgh by the Texans in the 2023 draft.

Clayton Tune News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 6

Texans Hosting QB Clayton Tune For Tryout

The Houston Texans are hosting former Cardinals QB Clayton Tune for a tryout during their rookie minicamp, according to Jonathan Alexander. Tune, 26, was a first-team All-ACC selection in 2022.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 6

Texans Hosting Tryout for Former Cardinals QB

The Houston Texans might have their eyes on a free agent quarterback and alumnus of the University of Houston as a potential late-offseason target. According to Jonathan M.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 6

Texans Could Have Interest in Signing Former No. 1 Pick

The Houston Texans could be among the teams interested in bringing in a familiar face, and former 2014 number-one draft pick, Jadeveon Clowney. According to a recent report from Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, Clowney, who's currently a free agent following the draft, has been gaining interest from some of his former teams.

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

C.J. Stroud News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 5

AFC Notes: Anthony Hill, Cal McNair, C.J. Stroud, Texans, Titans

Texans owner Cal McNair told reporters that the team is fully committed to QB C.J. Stroud and that he will leave negotiations on a new deal to GM Nick Caserio.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 5

What NFL Executives Are Saying About Texans' Draft Haul

The Houston Texans made sure to stay busy throughout all three days of this year's NFL draft. And in doing so, they were able to get their hands on a set of eight new rookies to enter the mix for this season.

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C.J. Stroud News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5

Texans make another statement about CJ Stroud's future

The Houston Texans have dealt with trade rumors surrounding CJ Stroud this offseason, but team ownership is making another clear statement about his future.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 5

Four Texans Rookies Who Could Contribute for Multiple Years

The Houston Texans added a new batch of eight fresh faces to the 2026 NFL Draft that now offers another dose of youth for their already-budding group, highlighted by work in the trenches on both sides of the ball, but also a few valuable additions around the edges to positions of need.

C.J. Stroud News / Yardbarker / May 5

Exec, reporter make clear statement on potential C.J. Stroud extension

What once looked like a slam dunk for the Houston Texans may not be the case anymore.

Texans owner Cal McNair offers new update on uncertain future of C.J. Stroud

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C.J. Stroud News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 4

AFC Notes: C.J. Stroud, Carnell Tate, Colts, Texans, Titans

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN writes that fourth-round G Jalen Farmer will likely play “early and often,” given the Colts typically draft mid-round linemen and immediately put them into the starting lineup.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 4

3 Key Storylines to Watch for Texans' Rookie Minicamp

The Houston Texans, now in phase one of their offseason training, are on the brink of getting a first look at their incoming rookie class in the building as rookie minicamp gets rolling for three days later this week, from May 7th to 9th.

Ali Gaye News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 4

Texans Claim OLB Ali Gaye Off Waivers

The Houston Texans announced they have claimed OLB Ali Gaye off waivers from the Titans. Gaye, 27, originally signed on with the Texans as an undrafted free agent out of LSU in 2023.

C.J. Stroud News / Yardbarker / May 5

Texans owner offers new update on uncertain future of Stroud

Texans owner Cal McNair offers new update on uncertain future of C.J. Stroud

Stroud has seemingly regressed since he earned Offensive Rookie of the Year Award honors for the 2023 campaign.

NFL executives give Texans some advice about the future of Stroud

Steelers reporter repeats how Aaron Rodgers saga will end

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Tank Dell News / HITC / May 4

Texans’ wide receiver depth lets them manage Tank Dell’s return on their clock

What stands out most about Houston’s latest Tank Dell update isn’t the timeline, but the tone. DeMeco Ryans made it clear, saying “it’s not about how quickly he returns” and that Dell will be back “at some point this year.” That tells you everything you need to know about where the Texans are mentally these days.

Mike Adams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 4

Panthers Hiring Former S Mike Adams To Staff

Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports the Panthers are hiring former S Mike Adams to their coaching staff. Adams played with the Panthers in 2017 and 2018. He most recently served as the assistant secondary coach with the Giants and Bears.

Houston Texans News / Football Analysis / May 4

Texans’ Undrafted Backup Becomes NFL’s Third-Highest-Paid Linebacker

Nobody in the draft room called his name. Not in the first round. Not in the seventh. Azeez Al-Shaair walked into the NFL in 2019 without a team believing he was worth a single pick.

Azeez Al-Shaair News / Field Level Media / May 1

Texans officially sign LB Azeez Al-Shaair to extension

The Houston Texans announced a three-year contract extension with Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair on Friday. Terms were not disclosed but multiple reports put the total value at $54 million.

Houston Texans News / NFL Analysis Network / May 1

The Texans locked in the real center of their contention window

Houston did not just clear a contract deadline when it exercised C.J. Stroud’s $25.904 million fifth-year option and Will Anderson Jr.’s $21.512 million option for 2027.

Azeez Al-Shaair News / Field Level Media / April 29

Report: Texans, LB Azeez Al-Shaair reach 3-year extension

Pro Bowl linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with the Houston Texans, NFL Network reported on Wednesday. Financial terms were not disclosed for Al-Shaair, who became the second key defensive player to sign an extension with the team this month.