TEXANS RUMORS & GOSSIP

Walter committed to all facets of his game

By now Kevin Walter is used to the talk every offseason: How the Texans absolutely have to upgrade at the wide receiver spot opposite Andre Johnson and how they need to add another deep threat to the offense. "They've been saying that since I've been here," said Walter. "This is my tenth season, my seventh year (with the Texans) and they've been saying...
Via Fox Sports Houston  |  6 hours ago
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Carmichael, Harris to bolster secondary depth

HOUSTON There was no time for rookie coddling, hand holding or intensive individual instruction. Post-lockout haste negated all of that. Texans defensive end J.J. Watt and linebacker Brooks Reed were forced to swim after being tossed in the deep end of the pool as rookies out of sheer necessity last season, and each showcased an inspiring amount of adaptability by contributing...
Via Fox Sports Houston  |  9 hours ago
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Conspiracy Theory: The Quarterbacks

Is there something the Houston Texans front office and coaching staff isn’t telling us? I am of the belief that something is being covered up by the Texans in regards to the Quarterback position. We have seen the Texans bring in plenty of backup Quarterbacks in recent years and have them compete for a spot on the team, but we can’t recall the Texans bringing in a legitimate...
Via State of the Texans  |  17 hours ago
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Houston planning to bid on Super Bowl 51

Getty Images Houston is reportedly planning a bid to host the 51st Super Bowl in 2017. Not able to bid on the 50th Super Bowl to be played in 2016 (that one is currently up for bid and a will be assigned a host city in May 2013) because Reliant Stadium is already hosting the 2016 NCAA Final Four, Harris County and Reliant Park officials plan to attack the next bidding war &lsquo...
Via Pro Football Zone  |  1 day ago
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No Puppies: Texans OTAs

Some more notes from the first week of Texans 2012 OTAs. - Second year cornerback Roc Carmichael feels fortunate to have sat out his first season and learn the defensive scheme, and he felt that his playing time would have been little with him behind in the learning process with the lockout last season. He also felt fortunate to use the 2011 season as a “redshirt”...
Via State of the Texans  |  1 day ago
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Bradie James could be the starter for Texans at middle linebacker

When the Texans traded DeMeco Ryans this offseason, they did it presumably to get Daryl Sharpton some more playing time. Sharpton, a 2010 4th round pick, was solid in limited action last season. The Texans also signed Bradie James this offseason. James, an aging veteran at 31, has 4 years of experience in Wade Phillips defense from Dallas. According to linebackers coach Reggie Herring...
Via The Football Fan Spot  |  1 day ago
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McNair thinks city should lead in Super Bowl bid

Houston Texans owner Bob McNair says the city should take the lead in trying to land the Super Bowl. On Wednesday, Harris County Sports Convention Corp. chairman Edgar Colon said the county and Reliant Park plan to bid on the 2017 Super Bowl. Reliant Stadium hosted the 2004 Super Bowl, two years after the Texans joined the league. McNair acknowledges that Houston is not considered...
Via AP on Fox  |  1 day ago
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Houston to Make Play for Super Bowl LI

The Houston Texans franchise began in 2002, but it really started with contruction of Reliant Stadium, which first began in the late 90s. After losing the Houston Oilers to Tennessee, it was only a matter of time before football was brought back to the southern part of Texas. After all, football is a religion down here. The Texans’ inaugural season was in 2002, and just a year...
Via Rant Sports  |  1 day ago
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Off The Field: The Justin J. Watt Foundation

“Dream Big, Work Hard” Texans’ fans, you should be very proud. Everyone knows the impact JJ Watt had in his first season as a Texan on the field, but no matter what he achieves on the field, it won’t compare to what he is doing off the field. In just his second year as the Texans’ starting defensive end, Watt has fully embraced Houston. Even as much...
Via State of the Texans  |  1 day ago
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2012 Fantasy Team Preview: Houston Texans

For yet another season, Razzball will be interviewing local NFL beat writers for some in-depth actual football knowledge to sway some insight in our fantasy knowledge.  Keep your eye out for an interview for every NFL team through the summer and check out each one on the “2012 Team Previews” tab.  Our first installment comes courteous of Stephanie Stradley who writes for a...
Via Razzball Football  |  1 day ago
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The Houston Texans Have Finally Grown-Up Under Gary Kubiak

The Houston Texans have come a long way during the Gary Kubiak’s tenure. He received a 2-14 football team from previous head coach, Dom Capers. The Texans have since grown into a legitimate super bowl contender. That’s a starker contrast than current Presidential candidates are trying to paint of each other. There have been bumps in the road. Kubiak could have been fired a few...
Via Rant Sports  |  2 days ago
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Defensive excellence expected for Texans

HOUSTON Texans defensive coordinator Wade Phillips did not shy away from setting the bar a tad higher than it rested after last season. Organized Team Activities (OTAs) are for enthusiasm, especially for franchises possessing an unbridled amount. But there was veracity in Phillips' perspective based largely on the fact the Texans were in the midst OTAs in the first place. ...
Via Fox Sports Houston  |  3 days ago
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Gregg Williams’ audio made Wade Phillips sick

Getty Images Houston Texans defensive coordinator Wade Phillips was on KILT in Houston with Josh Innes and Rich Lord, via SportsRadioInterviews.com.  He was asked to give his thoughts regarding the audio of former Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams’ speech before last season’s playoff loss to the 49ers. “Well I mean it made me sick. I just don’t believe...
Via Pro Football Zone  |  3 days ago
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VISCERAL RESPONSE

Phillips: Saints audio made him sick

Texans defensive coordinator Wade Phillips made it clear how he felt upon hearing the speech made by then-Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams.

Via Down and Distance  |  3 days ago
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Texans WR Andre Johnson undergoes knee procedure

Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson has undergone an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee. Johnson told reporters that he hyperextended his knee on November 27, playing against the Jacksonville Jaguars and was having fluid buildup on his knee. Johnson underwent a troubling 2011 season, injuring both hamstrings, injuries which forced him to miss the majority of the regular season....
Via thepigskinreport.com  |  3 days ago
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