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Troy Aikman calls out Texans QB CJ Stroud for throwing pick-six vs. Patriots: ‘Just a terrible decision’
Troy Aikman had a big problem with Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud’s decision-making in the playoff game against the New England Patriots. In the second quarter of the divisional round contest, Stroud threw an interception to Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones, who returned it 26 yards for a touchdown.
NFL News / Total Pro Sports / January 18
Texans vs Patriots Divisional Round Weather Forecast
As the Houston Texans travel to New England for the NFL Divisional Round playoff game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, weather conditions in Foxborough, Massachusetts, could significantly influence how the game unfolds.
Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 18
Texans rumors: Ian Rapoport’s ‘best guess’ on C.J. Stroud contract extension
The Houston Texans are gearing up for arguably their most important game in franchise history. Houston heads to New England for a Divisional Round matchup with a trip to the AFC Championship on the line.
The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz
How many of the players to rush for at least three touchdowns in one NFL playoff game can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Field Level Media / January 18
Texans OT Trent Brown inactive vs. Patriots
Houston Texans offensive tackle Trent Brown is unable to play against his former team on Sunday afternoon. Despite testing out his ailing ankle prior to kickoff, Brown was listed as inactive for the Texans in their AFC divisional round game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass.
Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?
Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.
NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / January 18
Texans, Patriots Inactives Reveal One Surprise Absence
The Houston Texans and New England Patriots have each revealed their inactives list for their looming divisional matchup, giving a glimpse of who's in and who's out for the playoff action in Foxboro.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 18
Trent Brown’s last-ditch effort to play for Texans vs. Patriots fails
The Houston Texans may have to rely on their defense in their playoff game against the New England Patriots on Sunday. With wide receiver Nico Collins already ruled out, it appears the club will also be without right tackle Trent Brown.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 18
NFL expert compares Texans defense to ’11 velociraptors with machine guns’ before playoff game vs. Patriots
The Houston Texans’ defense has been the talk of the town throughout the 2025-26 season. It’s regarded as the best defense in the league, as the unit aims to make things difficult for the New England Patriots on Sunday.
DeMeco Ryans News / Houston Texans on SI / January 18
DeMeco Ryans Remains Steady as Texans Face Test vs Patriots
Tuning into what Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans says always leaves you with the firm belief that he treats every game in the exact same studious manner.
NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / January 18
How Concerning Weather Impacts Texans-Patriots Playoff Game
The Houston Texans escaped the Wild Card Round with a dominant 30-6 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, capped off by two defensive touchdowns in the fourth quarter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 18
Five things to know about Jarrett Stidham, Broncos' new starting quarterback
Arguably the wildest game of the 2025 NFL postseason saved its biggest twist until after the final whistle.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Leki Fotu News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 17
Texans Elevated DL Leki Fotu
The Texans announced the elevation of veteran DL Leki Fotu ahead of the team’s Divisional Round matchup. Fotu, 27, is a former fourth-round pick by the Cardinals in the 2020 NFL Draft out of Utah.
Houston Texans News / Total Pro Sports / January 17
The Houston Texans Are Officially Screwed After Getting Brutally Jinxed By ESPN
If the Houston Texans had any hopes of taking down the Patriots, it was dashed on Friday. The confidence to take down the number 2 seed dwindled last week when star wideout Nico Collins was carted off the field.
C.J. Stroud News / Athlon Sports / January 16
C.J. Stroud, Texans Suffer Double Loss on Friday
As the Houston Texans prepare for one of their toughest tests of the postseason, the week has taken an unexpected turn. Just two days before their divisional round matchup against New England, the Texans were hit with concerning injury news that could impact both their offensive rhythm and depth.
Nico Collins News / Pro Football Rumors / January 16
Texans WR Nico Collins Remains In Concussion Protocol, Will Miss Divisional Round
If the Texans upend the Patriots on Sunday, they’ll advance to the AFC title game for the first time in franchise history. The Texans will have to do it without their best offensive weapon.
The '2025 NFL sack leaders by team' quiz
How many of the players to lead each NFL team in sacks in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 16
Tom Brady weighs Patriots’ schedule before matchup with Texans’ 'ridiculous' defense
Even franchise legend Brady knows they will have their work cut out for them.
Drake Maye News / Yardbarker / January 16
Drake Maye using unique way to motivate Josh McDaniels
This coming Sunday's divisional-round playoff game between the New England Patriots and the Houston Texans will feature a unique battle of minds involving a pair of brothers. Josh McDaniels is serving as New England's offensive coordinator, while young brother Ben is Houston's passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach.
Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / January 15
Texans WR Nico Collins (concussion) misses another practice
Three days out from the Texans' AFC divisional playoff game at New England, wide receiver Nico Collins was still not practicing on Thursday after sustaining a concussion in Monday's 30-6 wild-card win at Pittsburgh.
Houston Texans News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14
Laura Rutledge speaks out after interaction with Texans player
Laura Rutledge of ESPN has interviewed countless athletes in her career, but some just stand out. She named one on Tuesday, when she gave Houston Texans star defensive end Will Anderson Jr.
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