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Sheldon Rankins returned a fumble for a touchdown and Caden Bullock took an interception back for a score to help the Houston Texans notch a 30-6 victory over the host Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday night in an the AFC wild-card playoff game.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 12

Sheldon Rankins turns Aaron Rodgers fumble into huge defensive TD

The red-hot Houston Texans were expected to dominate the Pittsburgh Steelers in Monday night’s Wild Card matchup. But early on, it was the Steelers’ defense that kept things close by creating turnovers.

Houston Texans News / Toro Times / November 12

Defensive Spotlight: Sheldon Rankins is a thicc-six hero and key piece of Texans D

If you're a Jacksonville Jaguars fan, or if you bet the Jaguars at +1.5 last Sunday afternoon, this article isn't for you, because in today's Defensive

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Houston Texans News / CBSSports.com / November 9

Watch: Texans secure comeback win with walkoff big-man touchdown by DL Sheldon Rankins

It was Rankins' second career touchdown

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 9

Texans cap off 26-0 4th quarter with thicc-6 walk-off stunner vs. Jaguars

The Houston Texans endured a zany Sunday afternoon versus the rival Jacksonville Jaguars. This AFC South showdown went from one-sided, to epic comeback, to the “thicc-6” touchdown by 2025 free agent pickup Sheldon Rankins.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 29

AFC Notes: Travis Hunter, Sheldon Rankins, Colts, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

Colts DE Samson Ebukam discussed his return from an Achilles tear and is happy to get back on the field. “Honestly, I thought I’d be back quicker, but God had other plans,’’ he said, via Fox 59.

Houston Texans News / CBSSports.com / July 29

Texans' Sheldon Rankins details frightening bout with meningitis, shingles during 2024 season

Rankins says the medical conditions 'knocked me out for a while' as he lost over 50 pounds

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / July 28

Texans Veteran Defender Opens Up About Health Scare and Return to Houston

Despite some slight questions about the interior defensive line for the Houston Texans, they didn’t go to great lengths to address it over the offseason.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 10

Texans reunite with stud defender after a season with Bengals

The Houston Texans beef up the defensive side of the ball on Monday during the NFL free agency negotiating period. The front office was able to acquire a former player of their own who spent the 2024 season playing for the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Field Level Media / March 10

Report: DT Sheldon Rankins reuniting with Texans

Defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins is reuniting with the Houston Texans on a one-year, $7 million deal, ESPN reported Monday. Rankins, who turns 31 next month, previously played for the Texans in 2023 and contributed six sacks, 37 tackles and a fumble recovery for a touchdown in 15 starts.

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Houston Texans News / Toro Times / March 10

Houston Texans agree to terms with free agent ahead of legal tampering period

The Houston Texans needed to add more talent at defensive tackle ahead of the 2025 season, and they did that before NFL free agency got into full swing.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 10

Texans Bring Back DT Sheldon Rankins On One-Year Deal

Per Aaron Wilson, the Texans are bringing back DT Sheldon Rankins on a one-year, $7 million deal after his release by the Bengals. Rankins, 30, is a former first-round pick of the Saints back in 2016.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Texans, Sheldon Rankins Agree To Deal

Sheldon Rankins is set to return to Houston. The veteran defensive tackle has a deal in place with the Texans, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports. This will be a one-year agreement worth up to $7MM, per Russini.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Defensive Tackle Priority For Texans In Free Agency, Could Reunite With Sheldon Rankins

Houston will have decisions to make on the interior defensive line with Mario Edwards Jr. and Folorunso Fatukasi set to be free agents. Per Jonathan M.

NFL News / Toro Times / February 22

Sheldon Rankins: The missing piece Houston Texans defense needs to reclaim?

Looking for someone to strengthen their defensive line in 2023, the Houston Texans signed Sheldon Rankins to a one-year deal worth $10.5 million. A former New Orleans Saints and New York Jets starter, Rankins proved to be a steal for Houston.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / February 21

Bengals release veteran DT

The Bengals have released veteran defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins, per a team announcement.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 21

Bengals Release DT Sheldon Rankins

The Cincinnati Bengals announced they released DT Sheldon Rankins on Friday. He missed most of last season with an illness and was placed on the non-football

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 30, 2024

Bengals Place DT Sheldon Rankins On Reserve/Non-Football Illness List

The Cincinnati Bengals have placed DT Sheldon Rankins on the reserve non-football illness list today, the team announced. This formally ends the 2024 season for Rankins, but he’s been out for weeks with an illness and hasn’t been available. Rankins, 30, is a former first-round pick of the Saints back in 2016.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 8, 2024

Sheldon Rankins Details Return For OTAs: 'Wanted To Make Sure I Got Back Out Here'

Sheldon Rankins is an experienced veteran at this point in his NFL career. He knows when he needs to get more work in early or let his body rest until mandatory periods begin.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / March 18, 2024

Sheldon Rankins Doesn’t Hold Back On Bengals’ Super Bowl Chances

Defensive lineman Sheldon Rankins has signed with the Cincinnati Bengals, and it’s clear that his decision to join the club is based on the potential of it making a championship run next season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 14, 2024

Bengals preparing to say goodbye to free agent with latest signing

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NFL News / Louisville Cardinals on SI / March 14, 2024

Report: Bengals Sign Former Louisville DL Sheldon Rankins

Another former Louisville football defensive lineman is cashing in during the first few days of the NFL's free agency period. Defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins has agreed with the Cincinnati Bengals to a two-year $26 million deal, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / January 12, 2024

'Go Snatch It!' Sheldon Rankins Sends Message to Texans Teammates

Sheldon Rankins is one of a handful of veterans who understands the importance of seizing the moment. He spent his first five seasons as a member of the New Orleans Saints, who were in championship contention each year.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / June 22, 2023