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Houston Texans Pursuing Move for 6-foot-7 International Player

The Houston Texans spent part of Wednesday evaluating a prospect whose journey to the NFL looks nothing like the usual college-to-draft pipeline. Offensive tackle Max Pircher, a 6-foot-7, 320-pound native of Italy, worked out for the club, according to reporting from KPRC 2’s Aaron Wilson.

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Texans Willing To Pay C.J. Stroud $50MM+ Per Year; QB Likely To Play Season Without Deal

Although the Texans have engaged in productive contract talks with quarterback C.J. Stroud, general manager Nick Caserio said discussions will end until 2027 if an agreement is not in place by Week 1.

Kayshon Boutte News / Houston Texans on SI / September 2

3 Things That Stood Out From Kayshon Boutte's First Texans Presser

Right ahead of the NFL roster cutdown date, the Houston Texans decided to add a bit of depth to their wide receiver room in the form of Kayshon Boutte, who they acquired from the New England Patriots in exchange for safety Jaylen Reed and a seventh-round pick.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Texans Trade for Nathan Thomas to Cover for Injured Braden Smith at Tackle

The Houston Texans finalized their 53-man roster on August 30, but the group was never going to remain untouched with injuries creating new problems. Braden Smith suffered an injury in August and is expected to miss four to six weeks.

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How many of the quarterbacks to start at least 150 NFL games in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in six minutes?

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Solomon Byrd News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Solomon Byrd’s High Ankle Sprain Exposes Texans’ Depth Crisis at Edge Rusher

The Houston Texans‘ revamped roster for the 2026 NFL season is already being tested before the Week 1 opener against the Buffalo Bills. The Texans enter the season with expectations around a defense led by Will Anderson Jr.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 2

Texans' Updated Depth Chart for Week 1 After Latest Roster Cuts

The Houston Texans' 53-man roster heading into the 2026 regular season is finally here. Many roster moves have been made over the past several days to now get this group one step closer to kicking off their 2026 campaign later next weekend.

C.J. Stroud News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 2

Texans Made ‘Competitive’ Offer To QB C.J. Stroud

According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Texans recently made what they considered a competitive offer to QB C.J. Stroud. Fowler says his understanding

Marte Mapu News / Viral Sports News / September 2

Texans Surprisingly Terminate Contract of 4-Year NFL Veteran

The Houston Texans have ended their brief experiment with linebacker Marte Mapu, waiving him from injured reserve and making him a free agent. The move closed a short chapter that began in April, when Houston traded for the versatile defender just as New England was preparing to cut him.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

C.J. Stroud News / Yardbarker / September 2

Texans' C.J. Stroud has seemingly made contract decision after Nick Caserio comments

Stroud's future remains uncertain.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 2

Texans Signed DT Junior Tafuna To Practice Squad

The Houston Texans announced they have signed DT Junior Tafuna to the practice squad. Houston’s practice squad now includes: DT Dominic Bailey WR Lewis

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Nick Caserio News / The SportsRush / September 2

Nick Caserio on NFL-to-College Returns: ‘It’s Ridiculous’

Nick Caserio has addressed the prospect of NFL players going back to college, offering a reaction that separates his view of the idea from its practical effect on his work.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / September 2

Two Texans Tackles Head to IR, Leaving Trent Brown as the Clear Starter

No sooner did the Houston Texans announced their initial 53-man roster on August 30 than offensive tackle situation changed. Their roster was always expected to remain fluid but an issue regarding Braden Smith took place.

C.J. Stroud News / Pro Football Rumors / September 1

Texans Aiming To Extend QB C.J. Stroud Before Season?

With Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud failing to reach the heights of his Offensive Rookie of the Year season over the past two years, Houston has seemed noncommittal towards the idea of signing their starting passer to an extension.

Tank Dell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Why Tank Dell went on IR even after long recovery, per Texans GM

Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell’s return to the team will take longer than initially hoped after the 26-year-old was placed on injured reserve as Houston finalized its 53-man roster.

Houston Texans News / Total Pro Sports / September 2

Houston Texans Hit With Brutal News As 2 Offensive Players Hit The IR

The Houston Texans did not drop a regular-season game Tuesday. They still took 2 brutal losses on the same side of the ball. General manager Nick Caserio said veteran right tackle Braden Smith and undrafted rookie Sam Hagen are both headed to injured reserve, which means C.J.

Kayshon Boutte News / Houston Texans on SI / September 1

Texans Give New Uniform Numbers to Kayshon Boutte, 4 Others

Over the weekend, the Houston Texans officially slimmed their 90-man roster down to a select 53 names to enter into the 2026 regular season with. 37 players were cut, the 53-man unit was made, and this group is now one step closer to kicking off the new year.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / September 1

4 Takeaways From Texans' Final 53-Man Roster That Show Nick Caserio's Priorities

The Houston Texans’ 53-man roster depicts how general manager Nick Caserio plans to capitalize on a tighter window to compete. After an offense that struggled to find consistent output around quarterback C.J.

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Tank Dell, Braden Smith among notable Texans injury updates after cutdown day

The Houston Texans are look good after the roster cutdown deadline. Houston made several big improvements this offseason that should lead to better results in 2026.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 1

Texans Announce Surprising Starting Offensive Line Plan to Begin Season

Throughout the course of the Houston Texans' training camp and preseason–– and really throughout the entire offseason–– there was much discussions made about what this team's plan would be on their offensive line to begin the year.

Houston Texans News / Viral Sports News / September 1

Houston Texans Acquire 5-Year Veteran Defender Before Week 1

The Houston Texans have signed defensive end Dominique Robinson, according to the latest NFL transaction log on Spotrac. The move, which occurred Tuesday, afternoon, comes one day after the team released the 28-year-old during final cuts to reach the 53-man roster.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / September 1

Texans GM Nick Caserio addresses C.J. Stroud contract situation

Stroud's future remains a major storyline in Houston.

Texans To Re-Sign TE Brevin Jordan

Texans To Place Ts Braden Smith, Sam Hagen On IR

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Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / September 1

Texans To Place Ts Braden Smith, Sam Hagen On IR

Veteran Braden Smith and undrafted rookie Sam Hagen were among the players who were named to the Texans’ initial 53-man roster. Both offensive tackles will miss time early in the year, however.

Dominique Robinson News / Viral Sports News / August 31

Houston Texans Make Move for 6-Foot-5 Pass Rusher

The Houston Texans have brought defensive end Dominique Robinson back onto the roster after a brief departure during the final wave of cuts. Robinson was released Sunday as the club trimmed to 53 players.