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Houston Texans: Deshaun Watson impressive in NFL debut
HOUSTON -- Houston Texans rookie quarterback Deshaun Watson calmly surveyed his surroundings while defenders gave chase, keeping his gaze locked downfield to pick out his targets.
Buccaneers sign receiver Shaq Hill
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed wide receiver Shaq Hill and waived/injured receiver Jhajuan Seales. Hill originally signed with the Houston Texans as an undrafted free agent out of Eastern Washington in May. He began training camp with the Texans before being waived last week. Hill made 178 receptions for 2,818 yards and 34 touchdowns in...
J.J. Watt 'felt good' on the field for Texans training camp
For the first time in over 10 months, the Houston Texans took the field accompanied by their best player, defensive end J.J. Watt. Limited to only three games in 2016 due to a back injury, Watt rel...
J.J. Watt's health, contract concerns highlight 10 Texans questions
In the aftermath of a 34-16 AFC divisional-round loss in January to the eventual Super Bowl champions, the setback has created even more determination for the defending AFC South champions. Popular with teammates for his low-key personality in the locker room and hard-nosed approach to football, Savage is a strong-armed, classic pocket passer. All indications are that he's made a sound recove...
Battle Red Newswire: July 3, 2017
Your one-stop shop for Houston Texans, local sports, and news from around the league for Monday, July 3, 2017.
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...
Return to football now real for David Quessenberry
For three years, David Quessenberry fought cancer. Now when he lines up on the field, he has to see two of the best defensive players in football, a very different challenge. The Texans offensive lineman told Peter King of TheMMQB.com that a recent glance across the line at teammates J.J. Watt and Jadeveon
Texans Deshaun Watson is not Dak Prescott 2.0
On the surface, there are many similarities between Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. A rookie quarterback coming into an offense with a strong running game and a dominant number one receiver. These comparisons are purely speculative and not based
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.
Brock Osweiler: 'I am not going to go into Houston at all'
The Houston Texans were probably hoping for Brock Osweiler to not go away mad but rather just go away. Unfortunately, but not unsurprisingly, that is not the case with the now-traded quarterback. O...
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
Brock Osweiler feels welcomed by Browns, believes he can start at QB
BEREA, Ohio -- Brock Osweiler remains convinced he is a starting quarterback in the NFL. "Absolutely," Osweiler said Wednesday in his first interview since being traded March 10 from the Houston Texans to the Cleveland Browns. To those who doubt, Osweiler was...
Chemotherapy behind him, Quessenberry sets sights on making Texans
Houston Texans offensive lineman David Quessenberry has finished his chemotherapy and is attempting to make the roster.
Houston Texans coach Bill O'Brien's new, hands-on approach benefiting Texans quarterbacks
Standing a few yards behind Tom Savage, Houston Texans coach Bill O'Brien had the perfect vantage point Tuesday to observe his starting quarterback.
Derek Newton Reportedly Restructures Texans Contract
Houston Texans offensive tackle Derek Newton restructured the final three years of his contract Tuesday. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle , Newton was originally due $4...
Tom Savage knows he has to 'make plays' to be leader as starting QB
Tom Savage is the default starting quarterback for the Texans right now but knows that he has as much to prove as any other QB on Houston's roster.
Texans' Quessenberry back after cancer ordeal
Texans offensive lineman David Quessenberry returned to the practice field for the first time since being diagnosed with cancer.
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J.J. Watt doing everything at OTAs
The Texans have a big piece of their defense back on the field for Organized Team Activities, but two other key players were on the sidelines as the team moved into the final phase of their offseason work. Defensive end J.J. Watt missed the final 13 games of the regular season and both playoff games...
Houston Texans OL David Quessenberry back at practice after cancer battle
Quessenberry was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in 2014
David Quessenberry Practices for 1st Time Since Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Diagnosis
Houston Texans offensive tackle David Quessenberry practiced with the team for the first time since being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2014. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Quessenberry's return to the field for the Texans...
David Quessenberry returns after cancer battle
Houston Texans offensive lineman David Quessenberry returned to the practice field Tuesday for the first time since being diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma in 2014.
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Tight Ends for Texans Have A Lot on Their Shoulders
In the Houston Texans offense, the tight ends are a crucial part and this comes as no surprise. Why is this not a surprise? Head coach Bill O'Brien spent 2007-2011 as part of the coaching staff in New England where Bill Belichick utilizes tight ends better than anybody. Recently, the New England offense
Texans GM expects exponential growth from wideouts
Although quarterback was the biggest problem for Houston in 2016, Rick Smith is looking for big things from Will Fuller and Braxton Miller in Year Two. Are the wideouts set up for success?
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Deshaun Watson a strong candidate for offensive rookie of the year
Since the day he was selected by the Houston Texans with the No. 12 overall pick, former Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson became a front runner for the Offensive Rookie of The Year. The Texans ha...
Is Weeden an Option at Quarterback for Texans?
The Houston Texans have an unsettled quarterback situation heading into the 2017 season. A very unappealing trio of an unproven three year player, a rookie and an unsuccessful veteran. But could the veteran, Brandon Weeden, end up being the starter week one for the Texans? Weeden is not by any means
Breakfast: Today is a new beginning for Texans
OTAs begin today for the Houston Texans at the Houston Methodist Training Center.
Vince Wilfork on Brady, Watt, and how Hard Knocks impacted the Texans
Super Bowl champion Vince Wilfork discusses his former teammate Tom Brady, arm wrestling JJ Watt, and how Hard Knocks impacted the Houston Texans.
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.
Alfred's Blue: What Does His Texans Future Hold?
It certainly seems like Alfred Blue and the Houston Texans are not long for each other. The signing of Lamar Miller last season certainly tipped the scales in that direction. If there were any remaining questions about his long term future, they became even murkier after drafting D'Onta Foreman. What
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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Texans sign Breno Giacomini, three others
The Texans won't be getting right tackle Derek Newton back from a pair of torn patellar tendons this season and they've added a veteran who could be an option to fill the spot once September rolls around. The team announced on Tuesday that they have signed former Seahawks and Jets tackle Breno Giacomini to their...
NFL 2017: One player from each team that could be an action-movie star | FOX Sports
With Arnold Schwarzenegger's proclamation that J.J. Watt could be an action-movie star we look at one player from each NFL team that could join him in Hollywood.Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt has been an amazing football player since being drafted number 11 overall in 2011 out of Wisc...
2017 NFL season win total over/under picks for AFC South: Texans could struggle
Houston is all in, but it needs some serious improvement under center
Watt Can The Texans Expect From J.J.?
Texans All-Pro defensive end J.J. Watt had his season cut short last season. After undergoing surgery before the season, there were concerns about his ability to perform at a high level. After only three games, he was forced to end his season prematurely. In July 2016, Watt underwent surgery for a herniated
Jaguars sign two, cut Louis Nix and Akeem Davis
Defensive tackle Louis Nix entered the NFL as a third-round pick of the Texans in 2014, but the high hopes of that day haven't been realized to this point of his career. He missed his rookie year with a wrist injury, got cut by Houston and his stay with the Giants ended after Nix appeared...
J.J. Watt is healthy enough to hit home runs at his charity softball game
Watt says he feels fantastic, which is great news for the Texans.
Early season game won't stop Patriots and Texans from practicing together
The Pats host the Texans in Week 3 of the regular season, weeks after a preseason game at Houston, but the teams will still hold joint August drills.
Texans rookies get first taste of NFL at mini camp
HOUSTON - Texans rookies, including first round pick and possible quarterback of the future Deshaun Watson, got their first experience in an NFL system at the opening day of rookie mini camp on Saturday. There's no doubt that the spotlight is on Watson, who the Texans took with their first round pick in this year's NFL draft. He's seen by many as a franchise player at QB, a position the Texan...
