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Texans Week 7 Final Injury Report And Game Status

The Houston Texans host the New York Giants on Sunday after consecutive wins over the Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars. C.J. Stroud’s offense has found its rhythm, but injuries could force changes to the lineup.

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3 Bold Texans Predictions vs. Giants: Woody Marks Shines, Tank Dell's Return

The Houston Texans' Week 7 matchup against the New York Giants is sitting right around the corner. And it's a game that, for the Texans, could hold some pretty high stakes for a few reasons.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / October 24

Texans Roster Tracker: Every Move Made Ahead of Week 7

The Houston Texans enter Sunday’s Week 7 game against the New York Giants after back-to-back wins, including a dramatic 34–31 victory over Jacksonville in London.

David Montgomery News / Houston Texans on SI / October 23

Why Woody Marks Could Take Over Texans' Starting RB Job in Week 7

The Houston Texans are heading into Week 7 against the New York Giants facing another game without their starting running back David Montgomery. Montgomery, who's been atop the Texans' depth chart at running back since the start of the season, has officially been ruled out for a second straight game with a groin issue.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 23

Three key matchups to watch in NFL Week 7 games

Here are the matchups we are looking at for the Week 7 games.

Report expands on why Seahawks didn't keep Chiefs' Kenneth Walker III this offseason

Seahawks' Mike Macdonald shares painful admission about Chiefs' Kenneth Walker III

Ravens leave Bengals guessing if Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley will start Week 7 game

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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.

Tank Dell News / Houston Texans on SI / October 23

Texans Injury Report vs. Giants: 3 Starters Ruled Out, Tank Dell Update

The Houston Texans and New York Giants have officially released their third and final injury reports following Friday's practice heading into their Week 7 matchup.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 23

Texans Rule Out Four Players Week 7

The Houston Texans announce they’ve ruled out RB David Montgomery, S Jalen Pitre, S Reed Blankenship, and OT Blake Fisher for Week 7 against the Giants.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 23

J.J. McCarthy’s 9.2% Sack Rate Gives Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter an Opening

The New York Giants are turning to J.J. McCarthy at quarterback after their 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints. Acquired from the Minnesota Vikings only 20 days earlier, McCarthy showed promise in relief, throwing for 243 yards and a touchdown despite an interception.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Giants’ Week 7 Opponent: What to Know About the Houston Texans

The Houston Texans may have started the season 0-4, but they are an extremely dangerous opponent to the New York Giants. The Giants will make their first trip to Houston since 2018 on Sunday and will be seeking their sixth straight win against the Texans, despite being a double-digit underdog in quarterback J.J.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 23

3 Texans Storylines I'm Watching Most in Week 7 Matchup vs. Giants

The Houston Texans are heading into Week 7 against the New York Giants riding some positive momentum from their last two wins against the Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 23

One Trade Deadline Move the Texans Must Prioritize ASAP

The Houston Texans sit under three weeks away from the NFL trade deadline. And already before and in the middle of this season, the Texans have been pretty busy on the trade market.

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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.

David Montgomery News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Woody Marks vs. Giants Week 7: Two Expectations for Texans RB With David Montgomery, Jawhar Jordon Sidelined

The Houston Texans enter Week 7 after back-to-back wins over the Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars, but David Montgomery’s groin injury has left Woody Marks in line for another heavy workload.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 24

Harrison reportedly had doubts about Beck, problems with Cardinals

Marvin Harrison Jr. reportedly had doubts about Carson Beck, problems with Cardinals since rookie season

For a piece published on Friday, ESPN's Josh Weinfuss, DJ Bien-Aime and Dan Graziano expanded on why Harrison was eager to get away from the team that made him the fourth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Troy Aikman felt Joe Buck 'double-crossed' him amid ESPN contract saga

Saquon Barkley argues why Eagles shouldn't embrace fire sale

John Harbaugh may want to replace Cam Skattebo before trade deadline

Skattebo was 'taught a lesson' as Jonathan Taylor trade rumors swirl

George Pickens claps back after getting called out by Brian Schottenheimer

Report expands on why Seahawks didn't keep Kenneth Walker III

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Jalen Pitre News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Jalen Pitre Injury Update: Texans Safety's Week 7 Start in Jeopardy

Houston Texans are preparing for their Week 7 matchup against the New York Giants on Sunday, October 25, after winning back-to-back games against the Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / October 23

Texans' Week 7 Odds Point to Potential Blowout vs. Giants, J.J. McCarthy

The Houston Texans head into their Week 7 contest against the New York Giants riding the high of logging two straight wins over their last two matchups, and now hope to extend that streak to three in their last game before the bye.

Jamal Hill News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 22

Jaguars Signing LB Jamal Hill

Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports the Jaguars are signing former Texans LB Jamal Hill to the practice squad after he cleared waivers. Hill, 25, was an honorable mention All-PAC 12 in 2020 at Oregon.

Tank Dell News / Yardbarker / October 22

Texans' Dell vows he's 'ready to get tackled' in first game back

Texans' Tank Dell vows he's 'ready to get tackled' in first game back since December 2024

Dell suffered a dislocated knee, a torn ACL, a torn MCL, a torn LCL and meniscus damage that left him needing multiple surgeries on Dec. 21, 2024.

Texans seem ready to make expensive C.J. Stroud contract extension decision

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Houston Texans News / ESPN / October 22

Kyrie explains offer to pay Al-Shaair's fine: 'You have to stand up'

Azeez Al-Shaair was fined after he wore the name Hind Rajab on his eye black during the Texans' season opener.

Houston Texans News / Stadium Rant / October 22

Houston Texans’ Playoff Chances: 3 Reasons Why They Are Still Alive

After four straight losses to begin the year, the Houston Texans’ playoff chances looked all but over. Now, after back-to-back victories, the squad looks rejuvenated.

Jawhar Jordan News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Jawhar Jordan Injury Update: Why is the Texans RB Placed on Injured List?

The Houston Texans elevated running back Jawhar Jordan from the practice squad for their Week 6 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and he made the opportunity count.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Giants' Harbaugh explains starting McCarthy over Winston

Giants' John Harbaugh explains starting J.J. McCarthy over Jameis Winston vs. Texans

Winston had served as Harbaugh's first-choice option ever since Week 1 QB1 Jaxson Dart suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 2.

Todd Bowles reveals when he'll make Baker Mayfield, Jalon Daniels decision

Bo Nix may be playing for future with Broncos through rest of 2026 season

Mike Vrabel has one Drake Maye hope for Bears game amid QB's turnaround

Texans seem ready to make expensive C.J. Stroud contract extension decision

What Dan Quinn told Jayden Daniels about viral blunder in loss to 49ers

Roger Goodell reacts to NFLPA call to investigate Eagles over Jalen Hurts

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 21

Will Eagles be sellers at the NFL trade deadline? ESPN analyst suggests 2 impactful deals

The Philadelphia Eagles (2-4) seem headed into a transition year after franchise quarterback Jalen Hurts was diagnosed with blood clots and placed on injured reserve. Will that lead to the team shaking things up at the deadline?

Three surprising players the Eagles could trade after disastrous start

Three potential trade proposals for Eagles RB Saquon Barkley

Why Eagles won't be punished by NFL for Jalen Hurts blood clot situation

Report addresses relationship between Eagles' Jalen Hurts, GM Howie Roseman amid blood clot situation

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