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Tank Dell News / TWSN / October 7
Tank Dell Moves Closer to NFL Return After Losing an Entire Season
For Tank Dell his return has been nearly two years in the making as the Houston Texans have officially designated him to return from injured reserve. The Texans now have a 21-day proactive window to elevate him and get him closer to being on the field for the first time since December 21 when he tore his ACL, MCL and LCL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Texans bring back former Cowboys RB after cutting him in preseason
The Houston Texans signed three players to their practice squad on Wednesday.
DeMeco Ryans News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7
Texans HC DeMeco Ryans Reclaims Defensive Play-Calling Duties
Sitting at 0-4, the Texans are not making a coaching change. A shift in responsibilities will be taking place along the sidelines, however. Head coach DeMeco Ryans announced on Wednesday that he is taking over defensive play-calling responsibilities.
The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz
How many of the most recent pair of teammates to rush for two touchdowns each in the same game for each NFL franchise can you name in eight minutes?
Nick Caserio News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Nick Caserio Could Take the Fall if the 0-4 Texans Can't Repeat Last Year's Turnaround
Dan Graziano isn’t predicting DeMeco Ryans loses his job. The question the ESPN insider raised Wednesday about the winless Houston Texans was aimed one office over.
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.
DeMeco Ryans News / Field Level Media / October 7
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans assumes defensive play-calling duties
The Houston Texans rode the NFL's top-ranked defense to a wild-card berth in 2025. They returned 10 starters from a unit that allowed a league-low 17.4 points per game.
DeMeco Ryans News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7
DeMeco Ryans makes key change after Texans’ 0-4 start
The Houston Texans are in the second week of October without a win in the 2026 season, and head coach DeMeco Ryans has now decided to make a big change.
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.
DeMeco Ryans News / Yardbarker / October 7
Texans HC DeMeco Ryans announces major defensive change as hot-seat rumors swirl
Houston Texans fourth-year head coach DeMeco Ryans is taking matters into his own hands as whispers about his job security grow louder.
Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7
Texans Open Practice Windows For Tank Dell, Kayden McDonald, Braden Smith
As expected, the Texans are in line to receive reinforcements on both sides of the ball shortly. Receiver Tank Dell, defensive tackle Kayden McDonald and offensive tackle Braden Smith have each had their practice windows opened, as noted by KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson.
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / October 7
Texans officially designate Tank Dell to return from IR
A returning Dell could provide the team with some much-needed energy and momentum.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 7
6 Texans Records to Look At Entering Week 5 Against Titans
Houston Texans have lost all four games, including Sunday’s 34-30 defeat to the Dallas Cowboys. Although the team has been competitive in three of those losses, late-game failures have turned winnable games into another loss.
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 7
Texans Sign Undrafted QB to 53-Man Roster Heading Into Week 5
The Houston Texans are making an addition to their quarterback room heading into their Week 5 game against the Tennessee Titans. And it's actually a signal-caller they had in the building this season already, considering he was on the practice squad for two weeks.
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / October 7
Texans' Defense Could Solve Its Problems With This One Change
The Houston Texans' defense––through the first four games of the 2026 season––has been a massive step below where they stood when wrapping up their previous campaign; a year in which many considered this group as the best defense in the NFL next to the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks.
Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / October 7
NFL Analyst Says the Texans Loom in the Marvin Harrison Jr. Market Because of C.J. Stroud
C.J. Stroud put it on the record before Marvin Harrison Jr. had played an NFL snap. “I think I would love to play with him again,” the Houston Texans quarterback said in April 2024.
Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / October 7
WTF of the Week: What's Wrong With the Houston Texans' Defense?
In the 2025 season, the Houston Texans’ defense ranked second in DVOA, behind only the Seattle Seahawks. Through four games in the 2026 season, the Houston Texans’ defense ranks 15th.
C.J. Stroud News / HITC / October 7
‘It’s in you’ – Russell Wilson tells CJ Stroud what he must do after 0-4 Houston Texans start
The Houston Texans have struggled to start the 2026 NFL season, despite CJ Stroud putting up consistently strong performances. Stroud has been about as reliable as a high-level quarterback can be in the NFL.
Joe Mixon News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 7
NFL RB Joe Mixon has ‘dengerative’ foot injury that could be career-ending
Joe Mixon’s injury situation was one of the most fascinating situations to watch last season. The NFL running back was coming off an incredibly successful 2024 campaign that saw him return to form as one of the best at his position.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7
Texans Signing LB Chad Muma To Practice Squad
According to Aaron Wilson, the Texans are signing LB Chad Muma to their practice squad on Tuesday. Houston’s practice squad now includes: WR Lewis Bond
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Seahawks should take a swing on another Pro Bowl RB after nixed Joe Mixon signing
Change of plans for the Seattle Seahawks.
Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 6
Seahawks Not Signing RB Joe Mixon Following Physical
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Seahawks have decided not to sign RB Joe Mixon after he underwent a physical for the team. Yesterday, it was reported Seattle was planning to sign Mixon to the practice squad following a physical.
Tank Dell News / Pro Football Rumors / October 5
Texans Plan To Open 21-Day Practice Window For Tank Dell
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell has not played in a game since Dec. 21, 2024, but a return may finally be in sight. The team expects to open Dell’s 21-day practice window this week, head coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday (via Jonathan M.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
Seahawks adding running back depth with signing of Joe Mixon
Joe Mixon hasn't taken a snap in an NFL game since January 18, 2025, when he rushed for 88 yards and a touchdown in the postseason. Injuries caused him to miss the entire 2025 season, and it was unclear whether he'd ever play another down in the NFL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
Four storylines no one saw coming after four weeks in NFL season
Though the 2026 NFL season is just four weeks old, it's produced plenty of narratives no one saw coming.
CeeDee Lamb News / Yardbarker / October 5
CeeDee Lamb reveals mindset after career-high performance in Cowboys' win over Texans
Lamb produced a performance worthy of Offensive Player of the Year Award votes.
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / October 4
Underachieving defense is Texans' biggest problem right now
Their biggest issue right now might be the side of the ball that was supposed to be their biggest strength.
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