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Texans WR Jayden Higgins: Ranks No. 15, And Remains Vital for the Offense

We're continuiung with our ranking for the top 25 Houston Texans for the 2026 season, counting down who on the roster is the most vital for this group's success for the year ahead.

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Why This Former Pro Bowl QB Believes in C.J. Stroud, Texans for 2026

The Houston Texans–– and their quarterback C.J. Stroud–– are looking to end their 2026 season much better than the way they did earlier this year. The Texans came up short in their divisional round matchup vs.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 11

J.J. Watt opens up about his special connection to Bengals

Few players have become more closely associated with the Houston Texans than J.J. Watt, but there has always been another AFC team that has quietly held a special place in his heart.

NFL executives, coaches give Bengals' Dexter Lawrence II bulletin-board material

Bengals' BJ Hill sends message to Dexter Lawrence II 'haters'

The 'Most TDs without making the playoffs' quiz

DeAndre Hopkins News / Houston Texans on SI / July 11

Why a DeAndre Hopkins-Texans Reunion Doesn't Make Sense

Former Houston Texans All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins seems like he's willing to keep his NFL journey going in 2026 for what would be his 14th year in pro.

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The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

Terrion Arnold News / Houston Texans on SI / July 11

4 Free Agents Texans Can Sign Who Are Better Fits Than Terrion Arnold

This week, the Houston Texans were among the few teams linked with potential interest in recently-released cornerback and 2024 first-round pick Terrion Arnold––who has been the center of controversy after getting wrapped up in legal trouble and was arrested back in June for felony charges of kidnapping and armed robbery.

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The top beneficiaries from the 2026 NFL offseason

NFL teams annually make moves late in the summer, but rosters are mostly set after free agency and the draft. Here are the players who benefited from this year's offseason carousel.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 10

3 Burning Questions for Texans' Tight End Group This Season

The Houston Texans' tight end room is one of the more intriguing position groups on the roster heading into training camp, which now only sits around two weeks away from getting off and rolling.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 9

Texans LB Henry To'oTo'o: Houston's No. 16 Player Enters Pivotal Season

We're pushing forward with our ranking for the top 25 Houston Texans for the 2026 season, narrowing down which players across the roster will be the most impactful for the year ahead.

David Montgomery News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 9

Texans send clear Woody Marks message after David Montgomery trade

The Houston Texans have fallen short of their Super Bowl goals three seasons in a row now, and each of those three teams has had its own problems that has prevented it from making a deeper run in the postseason.

David Montgomery News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Bold predictions for David Montgomery in 2026 with Texans

The Houston Texans made a big move to get David Montgomery, who said he knew his time with the Lions had run its course. And there’s a big role waiting for Montgomery.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Houston Texans 2026 NFL Season Preview

The big picture for the Texans includes an expensive undertaking in the Houston suburbs: a state-of-the art team training facility with an accompanying entertainment and retail complex set to open in 2029.

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / July 6

Texans RB Woody Marks In Line For Returner Role

2025 proved to be a one-and-done year for Nick Chubb as a member of the Texans. He totaled 122 carries, but Woody Marks also emerged as a regular presence on offense.

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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.

David Montgomery News / Yardbarker / July 5

How will Lions backfield fare after trade that left Montgomery 'sick'?

How will Lions backfield fare after trade that left David Montgomery 'sick'?

The Detroit Lions made waves during the offseason when they Montgomery to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round draft pick, a 2027 seventh-round pick and offensive lineman Juice Scruggs.

NFL teams may have financial reason to pass on former Lions CB Terrion Arnold

Lions get good news in latest offseason analysis

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / July 2

Texans Not Planning To Sign Receiver

Former Texan Stefon Diggs is among a handful of established wide receivers remaining in free agency, but a reunion with Houston looks unlikely. The Texans are not planning to sign a receiver, Jonathan M.

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Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 2

Texans Waive Two Players From IR

Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports the Texans are waiving DB Ajani Carter and OLB Xavier Thomas from injured reserve. Carter, 25, originally signed on with the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent out of Houston in August of last year.

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 1

Texans Cut Two Players From IR

The Houston Texans officially released DB Ajani Carter and LB Xavier Thomas from injured reserve with an injury settlement on Wednesday, per the NFL Transactions

Jake Andrews News / Pro Football Rumors / June 30

Jake Andrews, Keylan Rutledge Vying For Texans’ C Job; First-Rounder Also In G Mix

Another offseason featuring significant offensive line questions brought more changes in Houston. The team used its first-round pick on a college guard, doing so after re-signing Ed Ingram and adding Wyatt Teller in free agency.

C.J. Stroud News / Yardbarker / June 26

Texans OC shares big claim about C.J. Stroud amid uncertainty

It's looking a lot like Houston Texans starting quarterback C.J. Stroud will not be receiving a contract extension before the 2026 NFL season gets underway.

Texans' C.J. Stroud, Panthers' Bryce Young get more bad news about contract situations

How 49ers’ Brandon Aiyuk is 'lighting money on fire' amid Commanders rumors, concerns

Will Howard gets bad news amid Steelers' development of Drew Allar

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