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One Position the Texans Won't Be Touching in NFL Draft

One Position the Texans Won't Be Touching in NFL Draft

With the 2026 NFL Draft right around the corner, the Houston Texans have much talk surrounding exactly where on their roster they'll be placing the most focus within their eight selections throughout all three days on the board.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 20
Texans 7-Round Mock Draft: A Complete Blueprint to Upgrade the Trenches

Texans 7-Round Mock Draft: A Complete Blueprint to Upgrade the Trenches

The clock is ticking before the 2026 NFL Draft officially arrives on April 23rd, meaning the time has almost come for the Houston Texans to finalize their long-spanning scouting process and bring in a new wave of rookie contributors.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 20
Texans’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade

Texans’ perfect 2026 NFL Draft trade

For the Houston Texans, a championship window demands a fearless move. Houston is now calibrating for a title run, and that changes everything about how they must approach the 2026 NFL Draft.

Aireontae Ersery News / Houston Texans on SI / April 19
Texans' Aireontae Ersery Looks Primed for Breakout Season

Texans' Aireontae Ersery Looks Primed for Breakout Season

The Houston Texans have a few candidates on the roster for next season already looking to be in prime position to take a notable leap forward in their development.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

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 / Houston Texans on SI / April 19
Seven Prospects Texans Could Realistically Draft at No. 28

Seven Prospects Texans Could Realistically Draft at No. 28

The Houston Texans are days away from deciding what to do with their 28th-overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, offering a prime opportunity to add a bright young piece with high potential, and potenially address a lingering team need before the preparation for next season begins to ramp up.

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

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
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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 19
Five Texans Players Who Could Lose Their Jobs on Draft Night

Five Texans Players Who Could Lose Their Jobs on Draft Night

The 2026 NFL Draft is creeping around the corner for the Houston Texans, providing a perfect opportunity to reload this roster with a brand-new set of young talent, especially with four selections scheduled in the top 70 picks.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / April 19
Texans Veteran Believes C.J. Stroud Will Surprise the League

Texans Veteran Believes C.J. Stroud Will Surprise the League

C.J. Stroud enters a pivotal offseason headed into what will be his fourth year with the Houston Texans, taking on a season that might be his most important yet when it comes to defining his future with the franchise.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 19
Every Expert's First-Round Mock Draft Pick for the Texans

Every Expert's First-Round Mock Draft Pick for the Texans

The Houston Texans are just days away from deciding what to do with their first round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, slated to pick at the 28th-overall spot on the board.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 18
J.J. Watt Had Telling Reaction to Texans' Will Anderson Jr. Deal

J.J. Watt Had Telling Reaction to Texans' Will Anderson Jr. Deal

The Houston Texans locked in one of their top stars for now and in the future with a new extension for All-Pro edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., as he was signed to a three-year, $150 million deal on Friday to cement his future with the franchise through the 2030 season.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / April 18
Fast-Rising OT Prospect Visits Texans Before NFL Draft

Fast-Rising OT Prospect Visits Texans Before NFL Draft

The Houston Texans are continuing to survey some of the best offensive tackle prospects ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, this time by bringing in one of the

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

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
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Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft
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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 18
Local DT Prospect Wouldn't Mind Landing With Texans in Draft

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.

Houston Texans News / HITC / April 18
Texans star Will Anderson Jr.’s new three-year extension makes him NFL’s highest-paid non-QB

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.

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The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz
 The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
 The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
 The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / April 18
Texans Linked to Serious Interest in Ohio State Offensive Star

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

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.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 17
Field Yates breaks down how Will Anderson extension impacts Texans’ draft strategy

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.

Nick Caserio News / Houston Texans on SI / April 17
Texans' Nick Caserio Pumps Brakes on Blockbuster Draft Trade Up

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 / The Forkball / April 17
Texans Sign Will Anderson Jr. to Three-year, $150 Million Extension

Texans Sign Will Anderson Jr. to Three-year, $150 Million Extension

The Houston Texans have locked in their defensive cornerstone, agreeing to a three-year, $150 million extension with Will Anderson Jr. The deal includes $134 million guaranteed and makes Anderson the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, surpassing the mark previously set by Micah Parsons.

Will Anderson News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
Will Anderson’s agent reacts to his huge new contract

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
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Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / April 17
Texans, Will Anderson Jr. Agree On Record-Setting Extension

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 / Pro Football Rumors / April 16
Texans Hosted Denzel Boston, Malachi Lawrence

Texans Hosted Denzel Boston, Malachi Lawrence

With the draft a week away, Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston continues drawing plenty of interest. Boston visited the Texans earlier this week, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / April 14
NFL execs react to what Nick Caserio said about C.J. Stroud

NFL executives share telling reactions to what Texans' Nick Caserio said about future of C.J. Stroud

Unnamed executives discussed what Caserio did and didn't say about Stroud's future. 

Texans noticeably leaving this C.J. Stroud question unanswered
Texans could make painful Tank Dell decision during NFL Draft
Will Anderson Jr. To Command $50MM AAV?
The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / April 14
Texans could make painful Tank Dell decision during NFL Draft

Texans could make painful Tank Dell decision during NFL Draft

Will the Texans prepare for life without Dell during the draft?

Texans noticeably leaving this C.J. Stroud question unanswered
Will Anderson Jr. To Command $50MM AAV?
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