Houston Texans: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Joe Mixon News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 7

NFL RB Joe Mixon has ‘dengerative’ foot injury that could be career-ending

Joe Mixon’s injury situation was one of the most fascinating situations to watch last season. The NFL running back was coming off an incredibly successful 2024 campaign that saw him return to form as one of the best at his position.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7

Texans Signing LB Chad Muma To Practice Squad

According to Aaron Wilson, the Texans are signing LB Chad Muma to their practice squad on Tuesday. Houston’s practice squad now includes: WR Lewis Bond

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6

Seahawks should take a swing on another Pro Bowl RB after nixed Joe Mixon signing

Change of plans for the Seattle Seahawks.

Robert Saleh shares strong Cam Ward statement amid Titans' 0-4 start

Cam Ward draws backlash for postgame behavior after Titans' loss to Ravens

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 6

Texans Add New Trio to Practice Squad, Lose Noteworthy DB to Rival

The Houston Texans have made a several roster changes following the events of their Week 4 loss to the Dallas Cowboys— all of which came from their practice squad.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 6

Texans Should Be Concerned About Latest Injury to CB Jaylin Smith

It looks like the Houston Texans will be without some depth in their secondary for at least the next four weeks. That's because second-year cornerback Jaylin Smith has been placed on injured reserve.

Tony Romo News / The Spun / October 6

JJ Watt 'Honored' Week After Officially Replacing Tony Romo At CBS

Former Houston Texans star J.J. Watt is certainly enjoying his first full season as the lead color commentator for CBS Sports. Watt spent the 2025 season on the No.

Alijah Huzzie News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Jaguars Signing CB Alijah Huzzie Off Texans’ Practice Squad

Aaron Wison reports the Jaguars are signing CB Alijah Huzzie to the active roster off the Texans’ practice squad. Huzzie, 25, signed with the Texans as an undrafted free agent out of North Carolina following the 2025 draft.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 6

Seahawks Not Signing RB Joe Mixon

Joe Mixon’s lengthy free agency stay will continue, as it turns out. Mixon took a physical with the Seahawks, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter notes the team will not be signing the veteran running back.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6

Seahawks Not Signing RB Joe Mixon Following Physical

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Seahawks have decided not to sign RB Joe Mixon after he underwent a physical for the team. Yesterday, it was reported Seattle was planning to sign Mixon to the practice squad following a physical.

Nico Collins News / TWSN / October 6

Houston Texans to Trade Nico Collins?

This is the question people are asking because the Houston Texans are sitting at 0-4 without a single win on the season, and staring a year of missed playoffs right in the face.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

C.J. Stroud News / Athlon Sports / October 6

C.J. Stroud Earns PFF Honors Despite Texans' Week 4 Loss to Cowboys

The Houston Texans are 0-4 after four weeks, yet the team has been competitive in nearly every contest. The team led the Buffalo Bills late in Week 1 before losing 36-31, then fell 20-6 to Cincinnati, and finally dropped a 34-30 thriller to Dallas.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 6

Texans Week 5 Consensus Power Rankings: Houston Hits New Lows at 0-4

The Houston Texans have fallen into the treacherous territory of being one of five teams in the NFL to have an 0-4 record now four weeks deep into the 2026 season–– which comes after their latest 30-34 loss to the Dallas Cowboys suffered in Week 4.

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NFL News / HITC / October 6

‘I’m gonna pass’ – The Weather Channel trolls Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans after 0-4 starts

The Weather Channel has mocked two NFL teams on social media: the Houston Texans and Tennessee Titans. The AFC South rivals have been among the league’s worst teams through the opening four weeks of the season.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / October 6

CBS Sports Hands Texans a F Grade Following a Disappointing Defensive Showing

Honestly, the Houston Texans have not been completely outclassed through four weeks. They have lost every game, but three of those defeats came by five points or fewer.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Texans Fall Further in Week 5 Power Rankings Roundup After Miserable Loss to Cowboys

Houston is now 0-4, but the record does not tell the whole story. The Texans have held fourth-quarter leads in three of their four losses. They lost by five to Buffalo, 14 to Cincinnati, two to Indianapolis and four to Dallas.

Tank Dell News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5

Texans Plan To Open 21-Day Practice Window For Tank Dell

Texans wide receiver Tank Dell has not played in a game since Dec. 21, 2024, but a return may finally be in sight. The team expects to open Dell’s 21-day practice window this week, head coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday (via Jonathan M.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5

Seahawks adding running back depth with signing of Joe Mixon

Joe Mixon hasn't taken a snap in an NFL game since January 18, 2025, when he rushed for 88 yards and a touchdown in the postseason. Injuries caused him to miss the entire 2025 season, and it was unclear whether he'd ever play another down in the NFL.

Seahawks place RB Jadarian Price (chest) on injured reserve

Jadarian Price injury could be major blow to Seahawks’ rushing attack

Four storylines no one saw coming after four weeks in NFL season

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5

Four storylines no one saw coming after four weeks in NFL season

Though the 2026 NFL season is just four weeks old, it's produced plenty of narratives no one saw coming.

Underachieving defense is Texans' biggest problem right now

Panthers QB Bryce Young makes trust in Tetairoa McMillan clear after win over Lions

'SNF' takeaways: Bryce Young leads Panthers to upset win over Lions

Giants players make feelings on Jameis Winston, J.J. McCarthy chatter clear after win over Cardinals

Why Cam Skattebo was insulted ahead of Giants' win over Cardinals

The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

DeMeco Ryans News / Yardbarker / October 5

Update on Ryans hot-seat rumors emerge after Texans' loss

Update on DeMeco Ryans hot-seat rumors emerge after Texans lose to Cowboys, fall to 0-4

What was advertised to be an elite Houston defense was torched by Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb to the tune of 17 receptions for 189 yards on Sunday.

CeeDee Lamb reveals mindset after career-high performance in Cowboys' win over Texans

Underachieving defense is Texans' biggest problem right now

CeeDee Lamb saves Cowboys from 1-3 start with incredible outing vs. Texans

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Houston Texans News / TWSN / October 5

Houston Texans’ Defensive Regression Is Becoming Impossible to Ignore

The Houston Texans‘ defense built a reputation and was one of the most dominant and feared units heading into the 2026 NFL season. However, things have completely changed as that unit is now regressing.