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Texans Noncommittal On C.J. Stroud Extension

We heard throughout the offseason that the Texans were slow-playing extension talks with C.J. Stroud. While the QB is back in the building for training camp, it sounds like the two sides still haven’t made progress on that front.

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Texans Work Out Two RBs, Including Former 700-Yard Rusher

The Houston Texans have brought in a couple of free agent running backs for a workout after their second day of training camp practice. And one of those guys happens to be a pretty productive veteran, who's only a few years removed from logging nearly 900 yards from scrimmage in a single season.

Alexander Mattison News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Texans Worked Out Four Including RB Alexander Mattison

The Houston Texans had four players in for a workout on Thursday including RB Alexander Mattison, per the NFL transaction wire. The rest of the list includes

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

How many of the active NFL quarterbacks with at least five-career fourth quarter comebacks can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL Passing-TD leaders' quiz

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The 'Most passing yards without a touchdown' quiz

Kayden McDonald News / Houston Texans on SI / July 30

How Rookie DT Kayden McDonald Is Turning Heads at Texans Camp

The Houston Texans made a statement to bolster their defensive line earlier this offseason by trading up to land Ohio State lineman Kayden McDonald at

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Jake Hansen News / Houston Texans on SI / July 30

Texans Linebacker Carted Off in Training Camp Practice

The Houston Texans saw one of their veteran linebackers, Jake Hansen, go down with an apparent leg injury on the second day of training camp. According to ESPN reporter DJ Bien-Aime, Hansen went down on the ground in practice, slammed his hand on the ground in frustration, and couldn't put any weight on his leg.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 30

Four Bold Texans Training Camp Predictions That Could Come True

The Houston Texans' training camp is officially in session. And within those practices that are on the horizon, there's going to be some surprises in store.

Nick Caserio News / Houston Texans on SI / July 30

What Nick Caserio Said About Texans' Offensive Line Competition

One of the main storylines that has faced the Houston Texans leading into training camp has centered around what their offensive line is going to look like after the adjustments they've made throughout the offseason.

Jadeveon Clowney News / Houston Texans on SI / July 29

Jadeveon Clowney-Texans Reunion Rumors Heat Up: Why It Makes Sense

It seems like there could be some mutual interest budding between the Houston Texans and former No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney in sparking a potential reunion ahead of next season.

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The 'Rookie receiving-record by team' quiz

How many of the rookies with the most receiving yards in a single game for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

DJ Turner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 29

Texans Signed WR DJ Turner

The Houston Texans announced they have signed WR DJ Turner to the roster and waived TE Louis Hansen in a corresponding move. Turner, 29, started his career at Maryland before transferring to Pittsburgh.

Jaylin Noel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 29

Texans’ Jaylin Noel gets reassuring injury update after NFI update

Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel will be unable to participate in team practices for the time being, but there appears to be no major concern about his status.

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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

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Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / July 28

Texans give significant training-camp update regarding WR Tank Dell

After questions surrounding the possibility that Dell would ever be able to play another down in the NFL, he and the team got excellent news on Tuesday.

NFL insider gives Texans fans a major C.J. Stroud update

The '1K-receiving-yard rookie seasons' quiz

Jaylin Noel News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 28

Texans Place WR Jaylin Noel On NFI List, Two Players On PUP List

The Houston Texans have placed WR Jaylin Noel on the NFI list, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Additionally, the Texans have placed LB E.J. Speed and DB M.J.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 25