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Texans WR Called Up to Active Roster After Christian Kirk Injury

The Houston Texans have made a move in the wide receiver room ahead of their Week 1 matchup vs. the Los Angeles Rams. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson, the Texans have elevated wide receiver Jared Wayne to the active roster.

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Texans' Nick Chubb Lands Big Confidence Boost From C.J. Stroud

Rolling into Week 1 of the season for the Houston Texans vs. the Los Angeles Rams without Joe Mixon, the stage is set for veteran running back Nick Chubb to take the lead in this backfield as the RB1, and perhaps have a big role in this offense because of it.

Micah Parsons News / Houston Texans on SI / September 6

NFL Insider Reveals How Texans Handled Micah Parsons Trade Talks

It looks like the Houston Texans weren't among those truly invested in a potential trade for superstar Micah Parsons. According to The Athletic's Dianna

Matthew Stafford News / Houston Texans on SI / September 6

Texans GM Commends Matthew Stafford Prior to Rams Matchup

The Houston Texans will have their hands full on the defensive side of the ball for Week 1 of the NFL season against the Los Angeles Rams, not just due to the mastermind of head coach Sean McVay set to be on the other sidelines, but also with Matthew Stafford taking the field for what will be the start of his 17th year in the league.

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NFL News / The Lead / September 6

Texans Can Herd Rams Through the Trenches

The Houston Texans start their 2025-26 Super Bowl campaign in Los Angeles against the 2024 NFC West Champion Rams. It is the first time these teams have faced off since Halloween of 2021.

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Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?

No sporting event can match the Super Bowl. It’s the biggest annual event in sports, and frankly, in culture. Television ratings don’t lie on that front.

Christian Kirk News / Houston Texans on SI / September 5

Texans Rookie WR Prepared for Big Role Amid Christian Kirk Injury

The Houston Texans will be without veteran slot receiver Christian Kirk for at least the first week of the season, and perhaps even longer, with the recent announcement of his hamstring injury limiting him from making his debut in a new uniform for Week 1.

Houston Texans News / Total Apex Sports / September 5

NRG Stadium is 1 of the Least Congested Stadiums in the NFL

The Houston Texans’ NRG Stadium is one of the least congested stadiums in the NFL. Read on for further details surrounding the Texans’ stadium and gameday commute in general.

DeMeco Ryans News / Houston Texans on SI / September 5

Texans' DeMeco Ryans Gets Real on Offensive Line Changes

Perhaps the loudest conversations to revolve around the Houston Texans this offseason have been those of their offensive line and the changes made to the unit over the past few months.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / September 5

3 Players to Watch in Texans' Season Opener vs. Rams

The Houston Texans have their Week 1 opener right on the horizon against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium, set to kick off on Sunday for the Texans' chance to start the new year on a positive note.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Houston Texans News / Gridiron Heroics / September 5

‘Houston Seems More Vulnerable’: Texans Gets Troubling Prediction From NFL Expert

As the 2025 NFL season approaches, the Houston Texans are facing skepticism regarding their playoff prospects. Despite recent successes, experts are beginning to question the sustainability of the team’s performance, particularly under the pressures of a competitive AFC South.

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Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / September 4

Christian Kirk injury creates huge opportunity for two Texans rookies

Houston Texans wide receiver Christian Kirk is dealing with an injury heading into the first week of the NFL season.

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Houston Texans News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 4

Texans WR Christian Kirk Could Miss Two Weeks With Hamstring Injury

According to Adam Schefter, Texans WR Christian Kirk is not looking like he’ll be able to play in Week 1 against the Rams after straining his hamstring.

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / September 4

NFL prediction paints a bleak picture for Texans heading into 2025

The 2025 NFL season is finally here! Sunday, the Houston Texans begin their quest for a third-straight AFC South title when they open their 2025 campaign

C.J. Stroud News / Toro Times / September 4

Texans' weirdest offseason move doesn't help C.J. Stroud whatsoever

The Houston Texans enter the 2025 season as favorites to win the AFC South once again. Sure, the Jacksonville Jaguars made some top talent like Travis Hunter, and the Tennessee Titans may have their new franchise quarterback in Cam Ward, but the Texans are in solid shape to win the division with ease for the third consecutive year in the C.J.

C.J. Stroud News / Field Level Media / September 3

Texans open season against Rams with goal of protecting C.J. Stroud

A significant portion of the regression Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud experienced during his second NFL season was undoubtedly linked to an offensive line that underperformed.

Joe Mixon News / Toro Times / September 3

Texans' weirdest offseason storyline could cost them AFC South three-peat

Joe Mixon proved to be a revelation for the Houston Texans after being jettisoned by the Cincinnati Bengals last March. He gave the two-time reigning AFC South champions a much-needed backfield boost en route to a Divisional Round appearance and his second Pro Bowl nod.