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Multiple Teams Have Called Texans About Nico Collins Trade

The Houston Texans appear to have some interest gaining around the trade market as it relates to their Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins. According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, teams have called the Texans to "check in" on the status of wide receiver Nico Collins, as he's slated to get a contract adjustment in the near future.

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Teams Calling Texans About Nico Collins

The draft represents a major checkpoint on the NFL calendar when it comes to high-profile player movement. Several veterans are always the subject of calls from suitors, and one of the Texans’ offensive pillars is on that list.

Nico Collins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 23

Teams Calling Texans About Potential Trade For WR Nico Collins

Jordan Schultz reports that teams around the NFL are calling the Texans to check in on WR Nico Collins‘ availability with an understanding that he needs

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 23

This Rumored Texans Draft Target Makes Too Much Sense

The Houston Texans are right on the cusp of landing on the clock for the 2026 NFL Draft. And throughout the scouting process leading up to Thursday's action, several prospects have seen some lingering ties as a potential fit with H-Town in one way or another.

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Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 23

Texans Can't Pass on Rumored Draft Trade With Division Rival

As with the lead-up to any NFL Draft, there's bound to be persisting chatter linking teams to various trades and moves around the board. The Houston Texans have certainly seen their fair share already.

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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

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 23

Three Realistic Trades for Texans to Move Up in NFL Draft

In the final hours before the 2026 NFL Draft kicks off, the Houston Texans were at the center of some first-round trade buzz, being viewed as a potential candidate to trade up from pick 28.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 23

Final Texans 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Projecting All 8 Picks for Houston

The long wait for the 2026 NFL Draft is officially over. And with that, it means the time has come to submit some final mocks and predictions for how the three days of action could unfold in Pittsburgh.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 22

4 Prospects Texans Could Target in Rumored Draft Trade Up

The Houston Texans find themselves as the latest team mentioned in some buzzing trade rumors right around the corner from the 2026 NFL Draft. On the eve

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 22

Texans' Draft Plans Could Shift After Latest First Round Buzz

Throughout the entire build-up process for the 2026 NFL Draft, the Houston Texans have been circled as a premier candidate to target an upgrade on their offensive line with one of their top selections on the board.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 22

Texans Can't Leave NFL Draft Without These Three Positions

Leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, the Houston Texans have made it clear their primary focus is to enter each round and pick they may have with a mindset of taking the best football player, no matter where they line up on the field.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Texans trade up with Panthers to help C.J. Stroud in Peter Schrager’s final mock draft

The Houston Texans are ready for the 2026 NFL Draft. Houston enters the draft with eight total selections, including the 28th overall pick. One national analyst has the Texans making a bold trade to further upgrade their offensive line during the first round.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Yardbarker / April 22

Texans' Anderson makes feelings on Stroud clear amid uncertainty

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. makes feelings on C.J. Stroud clear amid uncertainty

Stroud has received no financial guarantees from his club other than having the fifth-year option for 2027 picked up.

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

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Houston Texans News / HITC / April 22

What was Will Anderson Jr. doing when he was handed $150 million deal by Houston Texans

Will Anderson Jr.’s record-breaking payday came with a moment he will never forget. The Houston Texans star had just secured one of the biggest contracts in NFL history, but the way he found out made it even more emotional.

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Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / April 21

Texans confirm contract extension for All-Pro DE Will Anderson Jr.

The Houston Texans announced they have signed All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr. to a contract extension on Tuesday. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed by the team, but the contract extension was first reported last Friday as being for three years and $150 million ($134 million guaranteed).

Tank Dell News / Pro Football Rumors / April 21

Texans WR Tank Dell Participating In Offseason Workouts

Texans wide receiver Tank Dell was participating in the start of the team’s offseason conditioning program this week, per KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson. Dell was a third-round pick in 2023 who has been an electric slot receiver when healthy.

Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / April 20

Ryans: Texans taking 'long-range view' with WR Tank Dell's rehab

Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said Tank Dell is working hard to recover from the "devastating" knee injury that cost him the entire 2025 season, but was vague when discussing a potential timeline for the wide receiver's return to the field.

Will Anderson 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.

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