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Texans Could Be Hinting at Fullback Revival

In the modern NFL, it's not often you see the fullback position on the field with as much gravity or responsibility as they've had in past eras, but that doesn't mean you won't see an occasional fullback in the backfield getting some change-of-pace work in a few offenses looking to turn the clock back in their scheme.

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New Eagle John Metchie "trying to bring something to a team that was already so good"

The Eagles acquired wide receiver John Metchie in a trade with the Texans last week, and Metchie said today that he's eager to find a way to make the best team in the NFL even better.

Cornell Powell News / Pro Football Talk / August 19

Texans sign WR Cornell Powell

The Texans' trade of wide receiver John Metchie to the Eagles became official on Monday and the AFC South team added two new wideouts to the roster on Tuesday.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / August 19

Jaguars sign OL Jerome Carvin, RB Kevin Harris

The Jaguars announced a handful of roster moves on Tuesday morning. They signed offensive lineman Jerome Carvin and running back Kevin Harris. Wide receiver Darius Lassiter and defensive lineman Eli Mostaert were waived to open space for the new arrivals.

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The 'Second-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

How many of the No. 2 overall picks in every NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

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Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / August 19

Texans' DeMeco Ryans Reacts to John Metchie, Eagles Trade

The Houston Texans made a trade this past week to deal wide receiver John Metchie III to the Philadelphia Eagles, paired with a sixth-round pick, in exchange for tight end Harrison Bryant and a fifth-round pick.

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Who is the greatest QB in the history of every NFL franchise?

After our running back , wide receiver and tight end installments, here is a stab at the all-important quarterback position. Here are the best QBs in each NFL franchise's history.

John Metchie News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 18

Texans sign ex-Colts wide receiver after John Metchie trade

The Houston Texans have made a signing after their trade involving John Metchie, bringing in the services of wide receiver Juwann Winfree. Houston decided to sign Winfree on Monday, per Mike McCartney.

Juwann Winfree News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18

Texans Signing WR Juwann Winfree

The Houston Texans are signing to a contract on Monday, according to Mike McCartney. Winfree, 28, is a former sixth-round draft pick by the Broncos out of Colorado back in 2019.

Calen Bullock News / Houston Texans on SI / August 18

Texans' Calen Bullock Generating Significant Training Camp Buzz

The Houston Texans are undoubtedly set up to have one of the better defensive units in the entire league next NFL season. They'll be once again headlined

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19

Three 'Hail-Mary' players for fantasy football

Three players who are more or less off the fantasy radar who could end up being impactful this season.

Three potential trade destinations for Commanders' Brian Robinson Jr.

Commanders' Jayden Daniels seems hopeful about how Terry McLaurin contract standoff will end

How Colts' Tyler Warren could follow in footsteps of Raiders' Brock Bowers

25 fantasy football sleepers you should target at your draft

The '2024 NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

Blake Fisher News / Houston Texans on SI / August 18

Texans OT Suffered Ankle Injury vs. Panthers

The Houston Texans saw a starting offensive lineman go down with an ankle injury in their second preseason game of the year vs. the Carolina Panthers. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson, Texans offensive tackle Blake Fisher suffered a "milder" sprained ankle on Saturday vs.

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Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

Houston Texans News / Last Word On Sports / August 18

Report: Texans Top Weapon In Danger Of Missing Season Opener

When healthy, Joe Mixon is the clear leader of the Houston Texans backfield, but a foot injury could keep him sidelined for the start of the season. According

Houston Texans News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 18

The young Texans star garnering ‘unstoppable hype’

The Houston Texans are currently taking part in training camp in preparation for the upcoming 2025 NFL season. The Texans have won a playoff game in each of the last two season under quarterback CJ Stroud but are looking to take the next step in 2025 and make it to at least the AFC Championship Game, if not further.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 18

Eagles trade for John Metchie could signal bigger changes at wide receiver

The Philadelphia Eagles upgraded their wide receiver room Sunday by trading tight end Harrison Bryant and a fifth-round pick to the Houston Texans for WR John Metchie and a sixth-round pick.

How 'misinterpreted' Aaron Rodgers has impressed Steelers teammates this summer

How Justin Fields has been responsible for 'uneven' performances of Jets offense this summer

Jets QB Justin Fields under fire for limited 'processing' in preseason

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