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Texans' Next Contract for Nico Collins Got More Expensive

Earlier this offseason, the Houston Texans gave Nico Collins a bit of a bump in pay on his current contract. After that adjustment, Collins' contract went from around $20 million for the 2026 season to then have $9 million added onto the deal in 2026, paired with an $8 million raise that'll come in 2027.

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Winners & Losers of Texans' Second Padded Training Camp Practice

The Houston Texans have wrapped up their second padded training camp practice on Tuesday, which also happened to be Jadeveon Clowney's first day back in the building since re-signing to the team on a one-year deal.

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Texans place WR DJ Turner on injured reserve

The Houston Texans placed wide receiver DJ Turner on injured reserve Tuesday with an undisclosed injury. It was the corresponding move after the signing of defensive end Jadeveon Clowney became official.

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Texans Sign Super Bowl-Winning WR in Latest Roster Move

The Houston Texans have made a move to their wide receiver room; one to add a Super Bowl champion to their already loaded position group. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson, the Texans have signed free agent wide receiver Montrell Washington after a successful workout on Tuesday.

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Jadeveon Clowney News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Jadeveon Clowney makes first statements after Texans reunion

Recently, the Houston Texans made a splash when it was announced that they would be signing free agent pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney to a deal. The move reunites Houston with their 2014 number one overall draft pick, who had a solid career with the Texans in the 2010s.

Azeez Al-Shaair News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Texans’ Azeez Al-Shaair immediately shuts down injury concerns after training camp scare

Training camp is underway for the Houston Texans as the team prepares for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Unfortunately, there were some injuries sustained during practice on Tuesday, as Azeez Al-Shaair was reportedly one of the players who got banged up on a play.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 4

One Texans Training Camp Overreaction Fans Should Ignore

The Houston Texans have close to a week in the books when it comes to their training camp practices rolling into next season. And while we've only had a brief stint in which the Texans have worn pads in those practices, there's been a handful of noteworthy takeaways to gather since the team has been back in the building.

Houston Texans News / Viral Sports News / August 4

Texans Make Announcement After Landing 3-Time Pro Bowler

The Houston Texans have finalized a roster adjustment that coincides with the return of one of their most recognizable former stars. Jadeveon Clowney is officially back with the franchise that selected him first overall more than a decade ago, and the corresponding move involves veteran wide receiver DJ Turner.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 3

What DeMeco Ryans Said About Texans Signing Jadeveon Clowney

The Houston Texans made a major addition to their defensive line over the weekend by reuniting with their former number-one overall pick, Jadeveon Clowney, by signing him to a one-year deal that could reach up to $8 million in total value.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Keylan Rutledge News / Pro Football Rumors / August 3

Keylan Rutledge Favorite For Texans’ Center Job

The Texans’ latest round of offensive line tinkering included multiple key free agency additions — Braden Smith, Wyatt Teller — but the team’s most notable offseason investment up front came via the draft.

C.J. Stroud News / Athlon Sports / August 3

Texans QB C.J. Stroud Ready to Put ‘Best Foot Forward’

It can be argued that no NFL player is under more pressure to succeed in 2026 than Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud. The 2023 Offensive Rookie of the Year doesn’t need to be an MVP to help his team reach the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 4

Three big-name NFL free agents who may have already played their final game

Three recognizable veterans remain available as training camps begin.

Brandon Aiyuk gets big update on Commanders' interest

Colts work out WR Chase Claypool

Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs breaks silence on hold-in; fans won't like his comments

Three NFL players who could be traded during the 2026 season

Five players with most to prove in 2026 NFL preseason

Sione Takitaki News / Field Level Media / August 3

Texans build depth with veteran LB Sione Takitaki

The Houston Texans bolstered their linebacker depth Monday with the signing of free agent Sione Takitaki. Takitaki, 31, played his first five campaigns in Cleveland before spending one season each with New England and Minnesota.

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The 'Non-QB No.1-overall picks' quiz

Since 1966, 29 non-QBs have been selected first in the annual NFL Draft. How many can you name in five minutes?

Mario Edwards Jr News / Pro Football Rumors / August 2

Texans Sign DT Mario Edwards Jr.

In a day of reunions in Houston, the Texans have signed a second former member of their defensive line. While the signing of Jadeveon Clowney will grab more headlines as the team reunites with its former No.

Jadeveon Clowney News / Field Level Media / August 2

Texans reportedly bring back Jadeveon Clowney, sign Mario Edwards

Former No. 1 pick Jadeveon Clowney is returning to the Houston Texans for the first time since the 2018 season, multiple reports said Sunday. Clowney will sign with Houston for a base value of $5.5 million and a max value of $8 million, KPRC2 in Houston reported.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 2

Jadeveon Clowney’s reasons for joining Texans don’t include money

Recently, it was announced that free agent pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney would be joining the Houston Texans in free agency. The move reunites Clowney with the team that selected him number one overall back in 2014.

Houston Texans News / 5 GOATs / August 2

Report: Houston Texans signing former No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney

Former South Carolina superstar Jadeveon Clowney is returning to the place it all began in the NFL. According to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Clowney is signing with the Houston Texans.