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Battle Red Newswire: July 3, 2017
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NFL Shop thinks Deshaun Watson is a tight end
It's an impressive feat for a rookie to have his jersey be among the NFL's best sellers before he even plays a snap in the pros, but Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has done j...
Texans counting on 'diverse' RB group to keep Lamar Miller fresh
If all goes according to plan, Houston won't have to rely on Lamar Miller to again account for almost 60 percent of its rushing attempts this season.
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Brock Osweiler — the quarterback the Texans had to pay the Browns to take — is suddenly a surprise candidate to win Cleveland's starting job
In March, it appeared Brock Osweiler's career had hit rock-bottom. One year after signing a four-year, $72 million deal to become the Houston Texans' starter, the Texans dumped Osweiler on the Cleveland Browns in what was an NBA-like salary dump. In fact, the Texans actually had to sweeten
Patriots announce joint practices with the Houston Texans
New England and Houston will join forces for two days in mid-August.
Duane Brown not at minicamp, Bill O'Brien doesn't say much about it
Word on Monday was that Texans left tackle Duane Brown would not be joining the team for this week's mandatory minicamp and it was proven correct when the session opened Tuesday without Brown in attendance. Brown is reportedly unhappy with his contract, which runs through 2018 with non-guaranteed base salaries of $9.65 million in 2017 and...
Wade Phillips pushed for Texans to draft J.J. Watt
When the Rams prepare to face the Texans on November 12 in L.A., coach Sean McVay can thank defensive coordinator Wade Phillips for the lack of sleep McVay will be getting as he prepares to neutralize J.J. Watt. As explained in his book Son of Bum, Phillips had a key role in the decision of the...
Texans' Tom Savage finds being the starting QB has its advantages
From more reps to better chemistry to telling his receivers how he wants a route run, Tom Savage likes all that comes with being the No. 1 quarterback.
Texans cut receiver after prior sexual misconduct violation comes to light
The Houston Texans released wide receiver Keith Mumphery after it was discovered he was expelled from Michigan State following a sexual misconduct report. The Houston Texans have cut wide receiver Keith Mumphery after it was revealed this week that the former Michigan State player was expelled in 2016
5 things to watch in second week of Texans OTAs
With one week in the books, the Houston Texans have a little more clarity on what they're looking at in this week's OTAs. As the second session kicks off, here are five things to watch ...
Fallen soldiers honored across Houston area
Across the area, Texans spent their Memorial Day honoring the many men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Texans' Jadeveon Clowney cracks NFL top 100 players list
In the wake of a breakthrough season during which he finally remained relatively healthy, Texans Pro Bowl defensive end Jadeveon Clowney notched another honor Monday night. Clowney was voted 49th on the NFL Network annual top 100 list, which is conducted through player balloting. Clowney transformed his reputation from an injury-prone disappointing former top overall pick into a disruptive ru...
Houston Texans OL loses 21 pounds
Weight has literally been lifted from the Houston Texans' offensive line this year.
Ex-San Jose State standout's inspiring return to the NFL
Former San Jose State offensive lineman David Quessenberry participated in his first Houston Texans practice since he was diagnosed with cancer three years ago.
Is 9-7 Enough For Texans Head Coach Bill O'Brien
When Texans head coach Bill O'Brien arrived in Houston, he was taking over a team that had a disastrous 2-14 season. Even with the bad season, the building blocks for a good team were there. Players such as J.J. Watt, DeAndre Hopkins and 1st overall pick Jadeveon Clowney. These are players any franchise
Breakfast: Today is a new beginning for Texans
OTAs begin today for the Houston Texans at the Houston Methodist Training Center.
Texans announce personnel changes
The Houston Texans have hired Jimmy Raye III as vice president of player personnel/assistant general manager and made several other personnel changes.
Texans add offensive tackle Breno Giacomini
Offensive line help is on the way for the Houston Texans. With Derek Newton likely missing all of 2017 because of knee injuries, the club announced Tuesday it has signed Breno Giacomini.
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Deshaun Watson, Houston Texans Agree to Rookie Contract
The Houston Texans traded up to select quarterback Deshaun Watson with the 12th overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft, and on Friday they signed the former Clemson star to his rookie contract, per John McClain of the Houston Chronicle ...
Texans keep it going, sign fourth-rounder Carlos Watkins
The Texans are busy this morning. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, the Texans have also agreed to a deal with defensive tackle Carlos Watkins, the second of their two fourths. Earlier today, they signed tackle Julie'n Davenport. Watkins is going to have a chance to play early, as the Texans aren't anticipating Vince...
Texans sign fourth-rounder Julie'n Davenport
The Texans continue to get draft picks under contract, with the latest for a player they're hoping develops quickly. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, the Texans have agreed to the standard four-year deal with fourth-round pick Julie'n Davenport. The tackle from Bucknell has prototypical left tackle measurables, but he's going to need...
Texans start signing picks, starting with their seventh-rounder
The Texans have started the process of signing draft picks, and they've started at the bottom of the list. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, the Texans have finalized their four-year deal with center Kyle Fuller. The seventh-rounder from Baylor is going to compete for a backup job at both center and guard....
Tom Savage knows he must earn Texans' quarterback job
He might have the edge now, but with Deshaun Watson entering the QB picture, Tom Savage isn't taking his job as Texans starter for granted.
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Deshaun Watson reportedly won't get a real shot to start for the Texans
Tom Savage will be the team's starter, a longtime beat writer says
Will Deshaun Watson revive DeAndre Hopkins for fantasy owners?
Yahoo Sports fantasy experts Brandon Funston and Brad Evans explore the fantasy value of Texans WR DeAndre Hopkins after Houston drafts Clemson QB Deshaun Watson.
The Overlooked Growth of Texans Jadeveon Clowney
Jadeveon Clowney came into the league as a highly ranked prospect. Being selected number overall and playing J.J. Watt will do that. The Texans defense already boasted some impressive play makers. Brian Cushing, Whitney Mercilus, Jonathan Joseph, Kareem Jackson and Watt. With the lofty draft status,
Texans DeAndre Hopkins, What Happened?
Houston Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins appeared as though he was on the fast track to super stardom. Statistically improving each season in the league. With a down, but still productive season last year, where does he stand? In 2015 Hopkins put up very impressive numbers. 111 receptions for 1521 yards
Skip Bayless explains why Deshaun Watson is primed to be a rookie phenom like Dak Prescott | FOX Sports
Skip Bayless believes Houston's Deshaun Watson fell into a perfect situation with the Texans.
Texans Kicking Woes: Novak, Lechler and Fairbairn?
The Houston Texans have two talented players in Shane Lechler and Nick Novak as their kicker and punter. However, their old age may force Houston to begin the process of moving on. This has already been addressed for the kicker position. Ka'Imi Fairbairn signed as an undrafted free agent after the 2016
Tom Savage "super ready" for quarterback competition
The Texans said that Tom Savage is their starting quarterback after they traded next year's first-round pick to move up in the first round of this year's draft and select Deshaun Watson. After a few days passed, however, General Manager Rick Smith offered up a slightly different assessment. Smith said the team feels good about...
Tom Savage 'super ready' for Texans' QB battle
Everyone in Houston is super excited about the Tom Savage era. Especially Tom Savage. "It's going to be a battle," the QB said Monday. "I can't tell you how excited I am."
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5 NFL veterans who could lose their jobs to rookies in 2017 | FOX Sports
5 NFL veterans are on notice for '17 after their respective teams invested top picks in players at their positions. Tom Savage, QB, Texans: Savage wasn't a lock to start before Houston traded up for Deshaun Watson. Now it will probably be the rookie's job to lose. Jonathan Stewart, RB, Panthers: Christian McCaffrey is a highly versatile rusher/receiver who's going to knock Stewart down the dep...
Is there conflict arising between Rick Smith and Bill O'Brien?
It's April 27th, and the Texans have just traded up to select Deshaun Watson with the 12th pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. NFL Network cuts to a live feed of the Houston Texans war room: a beamin...
Lamar Miller: Foreman's power will help Texans' O
Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller was a workhorse in 2016, but injuries slowed him down. Can rookie D'Onta Foreman help alleviate the pressure on Miller in 2017?
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Backing Up the Line: Texans Linebackers
The Houston Texans run a 3-4 defensive scheme. Houston has quality defensive ends which is needed for this system. Taking pressure off the linebackers to be elite play-makers is a benefit that other teams do not have. This is important since the linebackers are not the most talented group. The current
Texans GM opens the door for Deshaun Watson to possibly win the starting QB job
It looks like there's going to be a QB competition in Houston
Beasts Up Front: Texans Defensive Line
The defensive line is the heart and soul of the Houston Texans team. J.J. Watt and Jadeveon Clowney are by far two of the best defensive ends in football. They disrupt every opponents game plan week in and week out. The athleticism and play making ability from Watt and Clowney are what make them so [
Texans GM: Watson will compete for starting QB gig
After trading up in last week's draft to snag Deshaun Watson, the Texans insisted Tom Savage was still the starting QB. The rookie, however, will get a chance to earn the job.
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Texans rise two spots in latest NFL power rankings
Concluding the 2017 NFL draft, the Houston Texans rose two spots up to No. 16 in the NFL.com post-draft power rankings. The previous power rankings that were published after the free agency signing...
Big Men Up Front: Texans Offensive Line
The Houston Texans have sort of a mixed bag of the quality of offensive lineman. They are ranked 18th in run blocking and 12th in pass blocking according to Football Outsiders. Their projected starting offensive lineman for this season are: Duane Brown, Xavier Su'a-Filo, Nick Martin, Jeff Allen and Derek
Texans LB Max Bullough suspended for first four games
Houston Texans LB Max Bullough has been suspended for the first four games for violating the NFL policy on performance enhancing substances, according to the NFL.
Texans Bullough suspended 4 games for violating PED policy
HOUSTON (AP) -- Houston Texans inside linebacker Max Bullough has been suspended without pay for the first four games of next season for violating the league's policy on performance enhancing substances.
Texans Bullough suspended 4 games for violating PED policy | FOX Sports
HOUSTON (AP) Houston Texans inside linebacker Max Bullough has been suspended without pay for the first four games of next season for violating the league's policy on performance enhancing substances.
Texans LB Max Bullough Suspended 4 Games for Violating PED Policy
The NFL announced Thursday that Houston Texans linebacker Max Bullough has been suspended four games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing drugs, according to Pro Football Talk ...
NFL suspends Texans linebacker Max Bullough
When the Texans start their 2017 season, they'll be missing linebacker Max Bullough for 25 percent of it. He's been suspended four games for violating the PED policy. "Max Bullough of the Houston Texans has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the 2017 regular season for violating the NFL policy on...
Texans GM: Watson will have chance to start
Texans GM Rick Smith said rookie Deshaun Watson will have a chance to win the starting QB job, even though the team still sees Tom Savage as the starter.
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Deshaun Watson Will Have Chance to Earn Starting QB Job, Texans GM Says
After moving up to select quarterback Deshaun Watson in the first round of the 2017 NFL draft, Houston Texans general manager Rick Smith said Wednesday that the rookie will have a chance to compete for the starting job for the upcoming season...
How the Texans Found Their Man in Deshaun Watson | FOX Sports
One night in early January kick-started a love affair that resulted in Houston GM Rick Smith doing something he's never done before. Plus notes on the Jets rebuild, a QB's ideal landing spot and early 2018 buzz
Texans GM Rick Smith shoots down report that they ignored Jay Cutler's calls
Houston's general manager winded up getting his quarterback in Deshaun Watson
Introducing Watson's Best Friend: Texans Tight Ends.
The Houston Texans have two solid tight ends on their roster and another who is yet to prove himself. The trio of C.J. Fiedorowicz, Ryan Griffin and Stephen Anderson isn't the flashiest group. With their skill sets, they are more than capable of getting the job done. Fiedorowicz is the starting tight
