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3 Reasons Texans Can Be Optimistic After 0-3 Start, And 3 Reasons Not to Be

3 Reasons Texans Can Be Optimistic After 0-3 Start, And 3 Reasons Not to Be

After three weeks of NFL regular season action, the Houston Texans find themselves as one of five teams in the league without a win on their record— coming out to the same 0-3 record that they sat at this time last season.

Dare Ogunbowale News / Houston Texans on SI / September 29
Texans Reunite With Dare Ogunbowale: What It Means for Houston's RBs

Texans Reunite With Dare Ogunbowale: What It Means for Houston's RBs

The Houston Texans are bringing back a familiar face to their running back room heading into Week 4 of the season. According to Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle, the Texans are signing running back Dare Ogunbowale from the Las Vegas Raiders to their 53-man roster.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Stock up, Stock Down in Texans' loss to Colts in Week 3

Stock up, Stock Down in Texans' loss to Colts in Week 3

Houston Texans are back in a familiar hole after falling to 0-3 following a loss to the Indianapolis Colts, marking their second straight 0-3 start. They forced three turnovers but still could not finish the game after taking a 17-16 lead late in the fourth quarter.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Will Anderson Jr.'s Big Week 3 Was Wasted by a Texans Offense That Managed 223 Yards

Will Anderson Jr.'s Big Week 3 Was Wasted by a Texans Offense That Managed 223 Yards

Houston Texans lost 19-17 to the Colts despite forcing three turnovers, dropping to 0-3 for the second straight season. Edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. was the biggest reason Houston stayed in the game, finishing with 2.5 sacks, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and seven tackles.

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The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) to throw multiple touchdowns in a game after turning 38 can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz
The 'Single-season TD record by NFL team' quiz
The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz
Nico Collins News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Nico Collins' Hamstring Update Gives the Texans One Reason for Hope Before Week 4

Nico Collins' Hamstring Update Gives the Texans One Reason for Hope Before Week 4

The Houston Texans are 0-3 for the second straight season after falling 19-17 to the Indianapolis Colts. The former had a late 17-16 lead but could not close the game, despite forcing three turnovers.

NFL News / Yardbarker
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / September 29
Texans Lose Practice Squad WR to Bengals, But They Shouldn't Sweat It

Texans Lose Practice Squad WR to Bengals, But They Shouldn't Sweat It

Heading into Week 4 of the NFL action, the Houston Texans have found themselves as the latest victim of getting a practice squad player stolen from them.  According to NFL insider Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Cincinnati Bengals have signed veteran wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley from the Texans' practice squad.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 29
Texans Rookie & Sophomore Rankings: Risers, Fallers After 0-3 Start

Texans Rookie & Sophomore Rankings: Risers, Fallers After 0-3 Start

The Houston Texans entered the 2026 season with an intriguing collection of young talent brought in from the past couple of drafts, as many anticipated those two draft classes could play a noteworthy of this team's plans for the year ahead.

Houston Texans News / EssentiallySports / September 29
Texans HC DeMeco Ryans Makes Final Decision on Replacing OC After CJ Stroud Seemingly Shaded Nick Caley After Loss

Texans HC DeMeco Ryans Makes Final Decision on Replacing OC After CJ Stroud Seemingly Shaded Nick Caley After Loss

The Houston Texans are in a whirlwind of chaos, with the team standing at 0-3 after their 19-17 loss against the Indianapolis Colts. But despite the setback, head coach DeMeco Ryans is in no mood to divide the team after an opinion from star quarterback CJ Stroud about the team’s offensive display (or lack thereof) under coordinator Nick Caley.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Snap Counts From Texans Week 3 Loss, and What They Mean

Snap Counts From Texans Week 3 Loss, and What They Mean

The Houston Texans are 0-3 after another close loss, falling 19-17 to the Indianapolis Colts this Sunday. Houston managed only 223 total yards and 17 points despite forcing three turnovers.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / September 29
Texans Owner Gets Candid on His Team's 0-3 Start to the Season

Texans Owner Gets Candid on His Team's 0-3 Start to the Season

The Houston Texans are 0-3 for the second straight season after falling 19-17 to the Indianapolis Colts. Spencer Shrader’s 53-yard field goal with 16 seconds left handed Houston another painful loss despite multiple opportunities to win.

NFL News / TWSN / September 28
Texans vs. Chargers: Ranking the NFL’s Two Biggest Early-Season Failures

Texans vs. Chargers: Ranking the NFL’s Two Biggest Early-Season Failures

The Houston Texans and Los Angeles Chargers are easily the two most disappointing teams through the first three weeks of the NFL season. Both teams had hopes of making a Super Bowl run, and quite frankly were expected to.

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 28
Texans most to blame for late loss to Colts to drop to 0-3

Texans most to blame for late loss to Colts to drop to 0-3

The Houston Texans did not expect their 2026 season to start off this way. Houston is now 0-3 to start the year for the second consecutive season. But unlike the 2025 season, it does not look like a rapid improvement is coming right around the corner.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28
NFL Week 3 panic meter: Chargers have broken the scale

NFL Week 3 panic meter: Chargers have broken the scale

We're already through three weeks of the 2026 NFL season, meaning we have a big enough sample size to begin to panic about some underperforming teams and players around the league.

Jim Harbaugh has tough words for Chargers QB Justin Herbert
Davante Adams shares strong message about Rams' 1-2 start to season
How do Broncos help QB Bo Nix overcome slow starts?
Titans HC supports Cam Ward, but QB must reward HC's confidence
Top rookie performers from NFL Week 3
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The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
 The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / September 27
Texans have overcome 0-3 starts before, but can they do it again?

Texans have overcome 0-3 starts before, but can they do it again?

The Houston Texans entered the 2026 season with legitimate Super Bowl aspirations. But after Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, there is absolutely nothing about them that looks like a Super Bowl contender, at least offensively, and they now find themselves in an 0-3 hole.

Colts kick losing streak, take down Texans
The 'NFL QB playoff debut-winners' quiz
DeMeco Ryans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 27
DeMeco Ryans blames himself for bizarre timeout usage in loss to Colts

DeMeco Ryans blames himself for bizarre timeout usage in loss to Colts

The Houston Texans emerged as an early 2026 NFL season disappointment. Houston is now a stunning 0-3 after falling to the Indianapolis Colts 19-17 Sunday.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 26

Texans Again Elevating S George Odum & WR Lewis Bond

The Texans announced they are elevating S George Odum and WR Lewis Bond for the second straight week. Houston also placed LB Jake Hummel on injured reserve.

Nico Collins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 25
Texans Officially Rule Out Five For Week 3, Including WR Nico Collins

Texans Officially Rule Out Five For Week 3, Including WR Nico Collins

The Houston Texans officially ruled out five players for Week 3, including WR Nico Collins (hamstring), S M.J. Stewart (knee), LB Jake Hummel (groin), G Ed Ingram (groin), and EDGE Jadeveon Clowney (knee).

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25
Nick Chubb reveals his favorite memory from legendary Browns career

Nick Chubb reveals his favorite memory from legendary Browns career

Nick Chubb is already a Cleveland Browns legend at the age of 30. The running back is back in Northeast Ohio on Friday as he officially retires as a member of the organization.

Stephen A. Smith urges Giants to pursue Shedeur Sanders after Jaxson Dart injury
Texans' Will Anderson Jr. shares wild Daniel Jones, Joe Burrow take ahead of Colts game
Nico Collins News / Pro Football Rumors / September 24
Texans’ Nico Collins Likely To Miss Week 3

Texans’ Nico Collins Likely To Miss Week 3

The Texans went without injured No. 1 wide receiver Nico Collins in a 20-6 loss to the Bengals in Week 2. Collins, dealing with a hamstring ailment, is also unlikely to play against the Colts on Sunday, per reports from Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 and Jonathan M.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24
Texans' Anderson shares wild Jones, Burrow take ahead of Colts game

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. shares wild Daniel Jones, Joe Burrow take ahead of Colts game

Coming off a 20-6 loss to the Bengals, the 0-2 Texans will play the 0-2 Colts in what could prove to be a massive game for both clubs this coming Sunday.

Bengals' Joe Burrow sends message to Steelers fans before game in Pittsburgh
Two-minute drill: Ravens-Cowboys square off in Brazil, QB injuries take a toll, surprising starts and more
Perfect no more: Predicting the three most vulnerable 2-0 NFL teams in Week 3
The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24
Five coaches and players under the most pressure in Week 3

Five coaches and players under the most pressure in Week 3

In the NFL, patience is a luxury few are afforded. Entering Week 3, some coaches and players are already feeling the heat after slow starts. Below, we take a closer look at five that must turn things around this weekend.

Jameis Winston sends passionate message to Giants fans after Jaxson Dart injury update
Why Giants must replace Jameis Winston with a more reliable option
Buccaneers legend Ronde Barber shares worrisome revelation about 0-2 team
The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz
Naquan Jones News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23
49ers Signing DT Naquan Jones Off Vikings P-Squad

49ers Signing DT Naquan Jones Off Vikings P-Squad

According to Tom Pelissero, the 49ers are signing DT Naquan Jones to their active roster from the Vikings’ practice squad.  He’ll add some depth to their defensive line which is already dealing with a lot of injuries.  Jones, 28, wound up going undrafted out of Michigan State back in April of 2021.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22
NFL Week 2 panic meter: Chargers on red alert

NFL Week 2 panic meter: Chargers on red alert

Now that we have two data points on every team in the NFL, we can better assess which struggling teams are in real danger and which ones will be totally fine. Let's break down some teams with concerned fan bases and rank them on the panic meter.

Jim Harbaugh and Chargers have some soul-searching to do
Brandin Cooks lands with new team ahead of hunt for 10,000 career yards
Steve Smith Sr. addresses struggles of Steelers' DK Metcalf this season
Todd Monken admits mistake with Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders
Baker Mayfield sends strong message to Buccaneers after 0-2 start
Alec Pierce News / Yardbarker / September 21
Colts expected to be without key starter amid long losing skid

Colts expected to be without key starter amid long losing skid

A bad start to the 2026 season for the Indianapolis Colts just got even worse.

Colts’ Keenan Allen facing a minimum three-game ban
Patrick Mahomes tried to take advantage of Colts mistake ahead of overtime
NFL Week 2 winners, losers: Jalen Hurts gets it done; Dak Prescott sets record
The 'Last 1K-receiver by NFL team' quiz
Ja'Marr Chase News / Yardbarker / September 20
Chase's 32-yard TD vs. Texans will be early catch of the year candidate

Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase's 32-yard TD vs. Texans will be early catch of the year candidate

Chase's quiet Week 1 was much ado about nothing.

Three key matchups to watch in NFL Week 2
Bold predictions for NFL Week 2: Jets stun Packers, Bears come back down to earth
The '2024-25 NFL passing-yard leaders' quiz
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / September 17
Texans' Will Anderson Jr. offers strong response to Andre Johnson's C.J. Stroud comments

Texans' Will Anderson Jr. offers strong response to Andre Johnson's C.J. Stroud comments

Anderson Jr. has his quarterback's back.

Texans icon Andre Johnson rips C.J. Stroud for two things after loss to Bills
Two-minute drill: Lions-Bills showdown kicks off Week 2, historic Week 1 scoring and more
The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

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