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Local DT Prospect Wouldn't Mind Landing With Texans in Draft

The Houston Texans have been carefully picking apart this year's defensive tackle class leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, having reportedly brought in several highly rated prospects projected to land in the top two days; a hint of what to expect come draft night at the end of the month.

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Texans star Will Anderson Jr.’s new three-year extension makes him NFL’s highest-paid non-QB

Will Anderson Jr. has reset the NFL market, and not just by a small margin. The Houston Texans star has been rewarded for his rapid rise into one of the league’s most dominant defensive players.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 18

Texans Linked to Serious Interest in Ohio State Offensive Star

One big name in this year's draft on the offensive side of the ball has been linked with some significant interest from the Houston Texans. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson, Ohio State tight end Max Klare has met "extensively in-person" with the Texans since the NFL combine.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 18

One Perfect TE Target for Texans in Every Round of NFL Draft

The Houston Texans have attacked a handful of position needs across this offseason on either the free agent or trade market to get this roster to the level of being a real contender of winning the AFC South, if the season were to start today.

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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?

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Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 17

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.

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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

Nick Caserio News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17

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.

Houston Texans News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

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.

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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

Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / April 17

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.

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The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

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The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17

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 / 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

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

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

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

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.