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Texans rookie WR to compete for a starting role

The No. 34 pick made a number of plays downfield this spring, according to ESPN’s DJ Bien-Aime, though few of those passes were thrown by C.J. Stroud.

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Houston Texans Former Superstar Named Best No. 11 Draft Pick Ever

The Houston Texans have drafted well over the last 15 years and have impressed recently with the addition of players like C.J. Stroud. Stroud has become one of the best young quarterbacks in the NFL, having been taken with the No.

Christian Kirk News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Texans WR Christian Kirk Makes Life-Changing Announcement

Christian Kirk was traded from the Jacksonville Jaguars to the Houston Texans this offseason, moving from one division rival to another. The 5-foot-11 wide receiver spent three seasons in Florida, having his best season in 2022 when he caught 84 passes for 1,108 yards and eight touchdowns.

Jayden Higgins News / Houston Texans on SI / July 3

Houston Texans Rookie Given Bullish Year One Prediction

Heading into the 2025 NFL season for the Houston Texans and their offense, it could be a year where rookie wideout Jayden Higgins is primed for a major role within this unit for a variety of factors.

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Houston Texans News / Toro Times / July 3

Texans receiving corps ranked top 10 in latest rankings

The receiving corps plays a pivotal role in football, especially for a franchise like the Texans, who boast a dynamic quarterback in C.J. Stroud. Surrounding a talented signal-caller with reliable and explosive pass-catchers maximizes offensive potential and sustains a high-powered passing attack.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 3

2 way-too-early 2026 NFL Draft prospects Houston Texans must monitor

The Houston Texans are no longer the rebuilding squad people penciled in as a weekly “W” just a couple seasons ago. They’re young, bold, and hungry. They also have just enough playoff experience to be taken seriously.

Christian Kirk News / Houston Texans on SI / July 3

Texans Veteran Wideout's Price Tag Draws National Criticism

As they say, the NFL is a business, which means every team’s business decisions are up for criticism. Year after year, the NFL’s free agency frenzy sees players across the league get grossly overpaid.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 3

Houston Texans Gaining Momentum in AFC South

Following a season in which the Houston Texans made their way to another division title in the AFC South and went 10-7 on the year, it was an offseason where the front office was far from complacent entering their third season in the C.J.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 3

Analyst Reveals Houston Texans' Must-Get Fantasy Player

The Houston Texans offense was one that saw its ups and downs across the 2024 season, but seem to be on the upward swing following a productive offseason–– one with both coaching staff changes (headlined by hiring new OC Nick Caley), and roster movement in an attempt to upgrade their line and weapons unit, helping C.J.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 3

Anonymous Coach Sends Confident Message on Texans Rookie

The Houston Texans have just under a month to go until training camp officially kicks off, giving the first chance for the team to throw on pads after a busy offseason and start preparing for a big 2025 campaign on the horizon.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 2

Houston Texans WR Pinned as Biggest X-Factor to Success

The Houston Texans have a big opportunity ahead in year three to do something never before done in franchise history. With a first place finish in the AFC South, it'll be Houston first time winning their division in three-straight years, effectively starting off the DeMeco Ryans and C.J.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 2

Analyst Reveals Biggest Question for Houston Texans Next Season

The Houston Texans have made a variety of changes and additions around their roster this offseason to effectively give this group a breath of new life

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / July 2

Top 3 Houston Texans fantasy football picks for 2025 drafts

With NFL training camps officially underway this month, the countdown to the 2025 preseason is on. But for fantasy football enthusiasts, there’s another date circled on the calendar: draft day.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / July 2

Houston Texans Receive Interesting Take on C.J. Stroud's Contract

The Houston Texans will have to pay out the big bucks, perhaps as soon as this time next year to their star quarterback and second-overall pick from two offseasons ago in C.J.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / July 1

Houston Texans Roster Not Built Around C.J. Stroud, Exec Claims

Houston Texans assistant general manager Chris Blanco made it clear that the franchise isn't building its championship aspirations around quarterback C.J.

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Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / July 1

Texans' Mixon has settled lawsuit related to shooting outside his home

Texans' Joe Mixon has settled lawsuit related to shooting outside his home

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon has reportedly settled a civil lawsuit related to a shooting that took place outside his home.

Houston Texans News / Battle Red Blog / July 1

Houston Texans Training Camp: Players to Watch

Players to watch for the Houston Texans throughout training camp. Training camp for the Houston Texans begins on Wednesday, July 23rd, and there are some players that you need to keep your eye on, as we move closer to the start of the 2025 regular season.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 1

AFC Notes: C.J. Stroud, Treylon Burks, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

Jaguars DB coach Anthony Perkins was asked about third-round DB Caleb Ransaw potentially playing safety instead of cornerback in his first season. “Caleb’s doing awesome,” Perkins said.

C.J. Stroud News / The SportsRush / July 1

Houston’s Assistant GM Says Texans’ Roster Isn’t Centered Around QB CJ Stroud

CJ Stroud is heading into his third NFL season, and the results so far speak volumes. Since arriving in Houston, the former No. 2 overall pick has injected life back into a franchise that had been desperately searching for stability at the quarterback position.

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / July 1

Texans set for training camp with big questions up front

As NFL training camps draw near, the Houston Texans are set to report to the Houston Methodist Training Center with more optimism and questions than ever before.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Texans' Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr. Ranked Among Best Pass-Rush Duos Entering 2025 Season

Entering the 2025 season, the Houston Texans are expected to have one of the most elite defenses in the NFL. This includes a talented secondary and front seven that should wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks. Leading that front seven are defensive ends Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr., who recently checked in at No.

Houston Texans News / A to Z Sports / June 30

Pair of NFL analysts express similar hot takes about how the Houston Texans' 2025 season will unfold

The month of June is for speculation, hot takes, and debates as we await the NFL training camps to open in late July. A to Z Sports' own Destin Adams and Kyle Crabbs have been analyzing each division, making bold predictions for teams and players.

Houston Texans News / A to Z Sports / June 29

NFL anaylst thinks the Texans should replace a veteran player they lost unexpectedly this offseason before training camp begins

The Houston Texans have their eye on a third straight AFC South championship. Their moves in free agency and the 2025 NFL Draft had this in mind. One of their moves was to sign veteran Ronald Darby to add needed depth in their CB room, but his unexpected retirement threw a wrinkle into their plans.

DeMeco Ryans News / Athlon Sports / June 27

DeMeco Ryans Sets High Bar for Ascending Texans

In the 2006 NFL Draft, the Houston Texans spent the No. 1 overall pick on pass rusher Mario Williams, but it was their second-round pick who stole Defensive Rookie of the Year Honors.

Nico Collins News / A to Z Sports / June 27

Pro Football Focus ranks Houston Texans WR Nico Collins in top 5 of two different major categories

Nico Collins has established himself as one of the best wide receivers in the NFL over the past two years. A third-round pick by the Houston Texans in the 2021 NFL Draft, Collins broke out in 2023 with 80 receptions for 1,297 yards and eight touchdowns.