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Texans, Colts Announce Inactives Ahead of Week 13 Game

The Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts have both revealed their official inactives list for their Week 13 matchup on the horizon. Here's the full outlook

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Texans Have Several Players Nearing Historic Milestones vs. Colts

The 6-5 Houston Texans have a big test on the horizon against their 8-3 division rival Indianapolis Colts, as the Texans will be looking to sustain their recent win streak to push their name further into the AFC playoff discussions heading into the final stretch of this season.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / November 30

Three Bold Predictions for Texans' Week 13 Matchup vs. Colts

The Houston Texans have a massive division matchup underway for Week 13 as they travel to take on the Indianapolis Colts for their first of two meetings this season.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / November 30

C.J. Stroud’s return, Daniel Jones’ injury, and trench play shape Texans-Colts AFC South week 13 matchup

Houston’s defense meets the NFL’s top offense in a game that could redefine the AFC South race. C.J. Stroud returns for the Texans, while Daniel Jones plays through a fibula injury that may alter Indianapolis’ offensive rhythm.

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / November 29

Texans Announce Rookie CB Placed on Injured Reserve

The Houston Texans have placed one of their rookie defensive backs on Injured Reserve before facing off against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 13. According to a team announcement, the Texans have placed undrafted rookie cornerback Ajani Carter on Injured Reserve, sidelining him for at least the next four games of the season.

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The most memorable NFL Thanksgiving game performances

The NFL on Thanksgiving has become one of the great American traditions, dating back to 1920. These are some of the most memorable moments and performances from the Turkey Day games.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / November 29

Texans' C.J. Stroud Shrugs Off Injury Concerns Before Return

C.J. Stroud's return to the Houston Texans as the starting quarterback is bound to be a welcomed one, but the nature of any head injury always means mental hurdles will also have to be overcome.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 29

Texans Announce Two Moves

The Texans announced two roster moves on Saturday, elevating CB Ameer Speed for Week 13 and placing CB Ajani Carter on injured reserve. Speed, 26, spent five years at Georgia before transferring to Michigan State for his final season.

Houston Texans News / A to Z Sports / November 28

Houston Texans protect CJ Stroud at all costs, add even more offensive weapons in latest 7-round 2026 NFL mock draft

After a rough beginning of the season, the Houston Texans have recovered under backup quarterback Davis Mills. Head coach DeMeco Ryans has built a great culture, and his team plays incredibly hard for him.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / November 28

C.J. Stroud Has One Takeaway on Texans Upon Return From Concussion

While Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has been forced to the side with his concussion for the past three weeks, he's been able to watch what exactly this team is made of on both sides of the ball en route to lifting above a .500 record for the first time this year.

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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

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 28

Texans QB C.J. Stroud, S Jalen Pitre to return vs. Colts

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans announced on Friday (via Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle) that quarterback C.J. Stroud and safety Jalen Pitre cleared concussion protocol and will return from their multi-game absences in Week 13 against the Colts.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 28

Texans' starter who projects to be a difficult matchup for the Colts, surprisingly shows up on the injury report ahead of Week 13

The Indianapolis Colts' upcoming game against the Houston Texans is arguably their most crucial remaining on the schedule. After a rough 3-5 start to the year, the Texans have won three straight and now sit at 6-5, just two games behind the Colts and one game behind the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 28

Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. misses practice ahead of critical Colts clash

The Houston Texans’ Week 13 preparation carried promising news with C.J. Stroud practicing in full, signaling progress in his return plan after his own recent injury.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 27

AFC Notes: Will Anderson Jr, Davis Mills, Colts, Jaguars, Texans

The Colts couldn’t close the game over the Chiefs in Week 12, where they lost on the road in overtime after holding an 11-point lead after three quarters.

Will Anderson News / Pro Football Rumors / November 26

Texans eyeing extension for Will Anderson soon

The Houston Texans are expected to begin extension talks with star edge-rusher Will Anderson early in the 2026 offseason, per Dianna Russini of The Athletic.

Davis Mills News / The Lead / November 26

Davis Mills Proved His Extension Was Worth It

Right before the start of the 2025 NFL season, the Houston Texans signed backup quarterback Davis Mills to a one-year extension. Initially, it was an interesting move, given that the Texans had just drafted Graham Mertz in the sixth round of the 2025 draft.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / November 21