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Texans Pull Off Surprise Trade for Lions Star RB

The Houston Texans seemingly aren't done making moves following their trade to send out Tytus Howard to the Cleveland Browns. Now, they've added a new powerful running back into their offense.

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Browns To Acquire Tytus Howard From Texans; OL Agrees To Cleveland Extension

The Browns are taking the first of what will be many steps aimed at improving their offensive line this offseason. A trade agreement with the Texans has been reached.

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How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Texans News / A to Z Sports / March 2

Texans trade key starter before free agency to make glaring weakness an even bigger need this offseason

The Houston Texans came up short in their 2025 season, but they finished the year well aware of their biggest weakness. After having a historically great defense last year, the offense continued to let them down, and it has to be addressed in the offseason.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 2

Browns finally get Shedeur Sanders some help with major trade

Sanders took 23 sacks in just eight games (seven starts) in 2025.

Why there's 'skepticism' regarding rumors linking Browns with Packers QB Malik Willis

Who had the greatest QB season for every NFL team?

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Tytus Howard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 2

Trade: Texans Trade RT Tytus Howard To Browns

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Texans and Browns have agreed to a trade that will send RT Tytus Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round pick.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / March 1

Texans' Former QB Coach Quickly Finds New Home

Just a few days after the Houston Texans opted to make a change within their offensive staff in the form of firing their quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson, it didn't take much time for him to land a new role elsewhere heading into next season.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / March 1

Texans' NFL Combine Takeaways: Offensive Changes on the Horizon

The Houston Texans and the rest of the league are finally wrapping up their week-long action in Indianapolis for this year's NFL Combine, where we're now coming away with a bit more clarity on how not only their draft may, but their entire offseason may pan out over the months ahead.

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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.

Houston Texans News / 5 GOATs / March 1

C.J. Stroud, Will Anderson contract negotiations: NFL insider updates status on Texans future

The Houston Texans selected quarterback C.J. Stroud and pass rusher Will Anderson with the no. 2 and no. 3 overall picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. But their future with the organization stands at very different points heading into a contract year.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / March 1

Texans Linked to Veteran RB Interest in Free Agency

The Houston Texans might be primed for an investment at running back during this year's free agency period, particularly to add a veteran runner to add into their backfield mix.

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Davis Mills News / Houston Texans on SI / March 1

Texans' Davis Mills Trade Buzz Gains Momentum

It looks like the Houston Texans could be in the business of trading their backup quarterback down the line this offseason. According to a new combine

Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 1

Texans 2026 Offseason: Team Needs, Pending FAs, Draft Picks & More

Projected Cap Space: -$13.3 million Draft Picks: 9 1st (No. 28) 2nd (No. 38, WAS) 2nd (No. 59) 3rd (No. 69, NYG) 4th (No. 106, WAS) 4th (No. 128) 5th (No.

Nick Caserio News / Houston Texans on SI / February 28

Nick Caserio Makes Texans' Draft Intentions Known

When the Houston Texans' top brass get questioned over their intentions for the upcoming NFL Draft, it's a little hard to mask some true intentions. After all, the ongoing mission to restore quarterback C.J.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / February 28

Texans' Offensive Line Rumored to See Notable Shakeup

INDIANAPOLIS, IN–– The Houston Texans are looking motivated to make at least one new addition onto their offensive line heading into the 2026 season for a chance to shake-up their starting five-man unit in 2026.

C.J. Stroud News / Houston Texans on SI / February 27

Texans' Staff Shakeup Signals Big Shift in C.J. Stroud's Development

With the recent departure of Houston Texans quarterback coach Jerrod Johnson, it's only natural that the whispers of another internal power shift will rear their head.

Houston Texans News / A to Z Sports / February 27

Tracking the Houston Texans’ formal meetings with NFL draft prospects at the 2026 NFL Combine

The Houston Texans and every NFL team are currently at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. All week, teams will watch invited players participate in drills.

Houston Texans News / A to Z Sports / February 27

NFLPA report card leak shows one of the few things holding the Houston Texans back is one of the most fixable things ever

While they haven’t been able to get over that hump the last three years, the Houston Texans have come a long way from where they once were. Let’s be honest here: they were once the laughing stock of the NFL.

Joe Mixon News / The SportsRush / February 27

Texans News: RB Joe Mixon’s Injury Situation Explained

Joe Mixon’s time in Houston appears to be nearing its end. As of late February, the Texans are widely expected to part ways with the veteran running back via a failed physical designation, a move that would clear $8.5 million in 2026 cap space.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / February 27

Why Texans GM felt need to passionately defend C.J. Stroud

Why Texans GM Nick Caserio felt need to passionately defend C.J. Stroud

One of the more noteworthy media moments of this year's NFL scouting combine involved Caserio referring to trade rumors regarding Stroud as "moronic."

Texans GM Nick Caserio calls C.J. Stroud trade talk 'moronic,' but will he say the same in 2027?

NFL executives share warnings for Texans about C.J. Stroud

Texans, QBs Coach Jerrod Johnson To Part Ways

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Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Houston Texans 2026 Offseason Outlook

Talk about glass half-full or half-empty... An optimistic Houston Texans fan would tell you that this team has by far the NFL’s best defense, a world-class unit that can carry Houston to the Super Bowl.

Houston Texans News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Texans Linked to 1,000-Yard Running Back Before NFL Free Agency

While the Houston Texans went 12-5 and earned a playoff berth last season, their rushing attack was far from perfect. They ranked 22nd in rushing yards per game (108.9) and tied for 28th in yards per attempt (3.9).

Houston Texans News / Pro Football Rumors / February 26

Texans, QBs Coach Jerrod Johnson To Part Ways

C.J. Stroud will remain in place with the Texans for 2026. He will have a new position coach for the first time in his career next season, though. A parting of ways between Houston and quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson is set to take place, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports.

Houston Texans News / Field Level Media / February 26

Reports: Texans part ways with QBs coach Jerrod Johnson

The Houston Texans and quarterbacks coach Jerrod Johnson have parted ways, multiple media outlets reported on Thursday. A reason for the move was not publicly disclosed.

Houston Texans News / The Spun / February 26

Houston Texans 'Part Ways' With Coach During NFL Combine

With the NFL Scouting Combine underway in Indianapolis, the Houston Texans have decided to make a change to their coaching staff. The Texans enjoyed yet another successful season under head coach DeMeco Ryans.

C.J. Stroud News / Yardbarker / February 25

NFL executives share warnings for Texans about C.J. Stroud

The Texans are running out of time to make a decision on Stroud.

Texans' C.J. Stroud shares surprising take about nightmare playoff outing

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Joe Mixon News / Larry Brown Sports / February 24

Notable update emerges about Joe Mixon’s future

The forgotten man in Houston will likely to continue to be forgotten. “All signs” are pointing to a breakup between the Houston Texans and running back Joe Mixon, Jonathan Alexander of The Houston Chronicle reported on Tuesday.