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Field Yates breaks down how Will Anderson extension impacts Texans’ draft strategy

Field Yates breaks down how Will Anderson extension impacts Texans’ draft strategy

The Houston Texans made Will Anderson the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history on Friday after giving him a three-year, $150 million contract extension with $134 million guaranteed.

Nick Caserio News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17
Texans' Nick Caserio Pumps Brakes on Blockbuster Draft Trade Up

Texans' Nick Caserio Pumps Brakes on Blockbuster Draft Trade Up

The Houston Texans might not be in the market for a massive trade up the board in this year's NFL Draft. That is, at least probably not within the top 10 picks, according to Texans general manager Nick Caserio.

Stephon Gilmore News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz
The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz
The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz
Houston Texans News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
Will Anderson’s agent reacts to his huge new contract

Will Anderson’s agent reacts to his huge new contract

Houston Texans edge rusher Will Anderson effectively reset the market for pass rushers on Friday with his new $150 million deal, and his agent is taking a well-earned victory lap.

NFL News / Yardbarker
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team
Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move
Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft
Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft
Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade
Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / April 17
Reports: Texans' Will Anderson Jr. agrees to 3-year, $150M deal

Reports: Texans' Will Anderson Jr. agrees to 3-year, $150M deal

All-Pro edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. agreed to a three-year, $150 million contract extension to make him the highest paid non-quarterback in NFL history, multiple media outlets reported on Friday.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17
Texans Mock Draft Based Purely on Their Top-30 Visits

Texans Mock Draft Based Purely on Their Top-30 Visits

The Houston Texans, just like any team throughout the NFL, have been busy as it comes to bringing in various prospects on top-30 visits in the days leading up to next week's draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough
2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds
NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel
Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft
NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors
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The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
 The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
 The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz
 The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 17
Will Anderson Jr. gives Myles Garrett ammo for pay raise

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. gives Browns' Myles Garrett ammo for pay raise amid trade rumors

Earlier this week, ESPN NFL insider Dan Graziano raised eyebrows when he said at the time that he thought it was "more likely that" Garrett "gets another contract bump from the Browns" this offseason than gets traded to an advertised Super Bowl contender. That supposed bump just got more expensive for either the Browns or a different club.

Vikings legend Cris Carter has bad news for J.J. McCarthy
McCarthy gets more bad news ahead of potential battle with Kyler Murray
Jacoby Brissett makes business decision amid Ty Simpson rumors
Zay Flowers reveals why Lamar Jackson usually skips voluntary workouts
Fernando Mendoza is already like Raiders minority owner Tom Brady
Defiant Dianna Russini speaks out after resigning in wake of Mike Vrabel scandal
Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / April 17
Texans, Will Anderson Jr. Agree On Record-Setting Extension

Texans, Will Anderson Jr. Agree On Record-Setting Extension

The edge defender market stood south of $35MM per year barely 13 months ago. It has now climbed to $50MM AAV. Will Anderson Jr. agreed to a monster Texans extension Friday, continuing this market’s rocket rise.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 17
Texans Sign DE Will Anderson Jr. To Record Three-Year, $150M Extension

Texans Sign DE Will Anderson Jr. To Record Three-Year, $150M Extension

According to Ian Rapoport, the Texans have agreed to terms with DE Will Anderson Jr. on a three-year, $150 million contract with $134 million guaranteed.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17
Texans' Pre-Draft Visit for Top OT Might Be Sign of Things to Come

Texans' Pre-Draft Visit for Top OT Might Be Sign of Things to Come

Just around a week away from the 2026 NFL Draft going down in Pittsburgh, the Houston Texans have reportedly brought in one of this year's top offensive tackle prospect for a top-30 vist.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17
Four Teams Texans Could Trade Down With in NFL Draft

Four Teams Texans Could Trade Down With in NFL Draft

The Houston Texans have been no stranger when it comes to trading out of the first round in their past two drafts. And depending on how the board falls in this year's action, there's a real chance the front office makes a similar decision for a third-straight year.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17
25 Best NFL Draft Fits for the Texans–– Ranked by Round and Impact

25 Best NFL Draft Fits for the Texans–– Ranked by Round and Impact

The clock is gradually counting down before the Houston Texans are up on the clock for the 2026 NFL Draft with their eight total selections across this year's board, allowing for this already-talented roster to load up on more young talent.

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / April 16
Texans Hosted Denzel Boston, Malachi Lawrence

Texans Hosted Denzel Boston, Malachi Lawrence

With the draft a week away, Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston continues drawing plenty of interest. Boston visited the Texans earlier this week, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 16
Texans Fill Three Major Needs in Expert's Latest Mock Draft

Texans Fill Three Major Needs in Expert's Latest Mock Draft

The Houston Texans hold three selections in the first 64 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. That gives them a handful of perfect opportunities to address any lingering needs around their roster headed into next season with a trio of high-level prospects at their respective positions.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 14
Texans’ bold predictions in 2026 NFL Draft

Texans’ bold predictions in 2026 NFL Draft

The Texans 2026 NFL Draft will not be about playing it safe. They will swing for franchise-altering impact. It starts with a stunning, aggressive move up the board for Spencer Fano followed by a calculated strike for a red-zone dominator.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / April 14
NFL execs react to what Nick Caserio said about C.J. Stroud

NFL executives share telling reactions to what Texans' Nick Caserio said about future of C.J. Stroud

Unnamed executives discussed what Caserio did and didn't say about Stroud's future. 

Texans noticeably leaving this C.J. Stroud question unanswered
Texans could make painful Tank Dell decision during NFL Draft
Will Anderson Jr. To Command $50MM AAV?
The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / April 14
Texans could make painful Tank Dell decision during NFL Draft

Texans could make painful Tank Dell decision during NFL Draft

Will the Texans prepare for life without Dell during the draft?

Texans noticeably leaving this C.J. Stroud question unanswered
Will Anderson Jr. To Command $50MM AAV?
NFL Draft intel: Concerning Rueben Bain Jr. report, Arvell Reese-Cowboys rumors, Fernando Mendoza's elite work ethic
The 'Rookie receiving-leaders by NFL team' quiz
Tank Dell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 13
Will Tank Dell’s expected Texans return from gruesome knee injury impact NFL Draft strategy?

Will Tank Dell’s expected Texans return from gruesome knee injury impact NFL Draft strategy?

The Houston Texans are a bit of a wild card for the 2026 NFL Draft. Will they target needs or the best available player? And will Tank Dell’s expected return from his gruesome knee injury impact the Texans’ draft strategy?

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