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Stroud leads Texans to 26-3 victory over Titans, ending winless start
sports9 days ago

Stroud leads Texans to 26-3 victory over Titans, ending winless start

The Houston Texans defeated the Tennessee Titans 26-3 at Nissan Stadium on October 11, 2026, securing their first win of the season. C.J. Stroud threw for 261 yards and a touchdown while also scoring on a run, and Will Anderson Jr. recorded three sacks. The Texans forced two turnovers, including a fumble by Tyjae Spears and an interception of Cam Ward, to dominate the second half. This victory snapped Houston's winless start, while the Titans fell to 0-5, extending their losing streak to 11 games in the AFC South.

via CBS Sports|
#cj-stroud#houston-texans#nfl
Bills-Texans Week 1 Clash: Will Anderson Frames It as an AFC Championship Preview
sports1 month ago

Bills-Texans Week 1 Clash: Will Anderson Frames It as an AFC Championship Preview

The 2026 NFL season opener between the Buffalo Bills and Houston Texans is framed as a high-stakes AFC Championship preview. Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. called the matchup a 'Championship-type feel' game, citing the strength of both rosters. The game pits Josh Allen, who has a 0-4 record against Houston, against a Texans defense that has historically struggled to contain him. Key variables include the Bills' new receiver DJ Moore and the Texans' pass-rush duo of Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter.

via NBC Sports|
#buffalo-bills#houston-texans#josh-allen
Houston Texans Defense Targets Historic Legacy and First Super Bowl
sports2 months ago

Houston Texans Defense Targets Historic Legacy and First Super Bowl

The Houston Texans defense, led by edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., aims to secure the franchise's first Super Bowl after a historic 2025 season where they posted the third-fewest yards allowed in the NFL. Despite a playoff loss to the Patriots, the unit's intense culture and elite pass rushers position them as a title contender for 2026.

via Sports Illustrated|
#danielle-hunter#houston-texans#nfl-defense
Clowney Returns to Texans, Super Bowl Hype Meets Reality
sports2 months ago

Clowney Returns to Texans, Super Bowl Hype Meets Reality

Jadeveon Clowney signed a one-year, $5.5 million deal to rejoin the Houston Texans, aiming to bolster a defense anchored by Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter and fuel a potential Super Bowl run. Yet the veteran edge rusher has never played in or won a Super Bowl, and the move is more about adding depth and leadership than serving as a lone catalyst to Houston's title hopes under coach DeMeco Ryans.

via Fox News|
#danielle-hunter#houston-texans#jadeveon-clowney
Clowney Returns to Texans to Reignite Houston’s Pass Rush
sports2 months ago

Clowney Returns to Texans to Reignite Houston’s Pass Rush

Jadeveon Clowney, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, is returning to the Houston Texans after stints with six teams, including a 2025 season in Dallas where he led the Cowboys with 8.5 sacks. The move pairs him with a Texans edge-rush trio that currently includes Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, as Houston aims to bolster its defense in the AFC South.

via nfl.com|
#around-the-nfl#dallas-cowboys#houston-texans
Clowney Returns to Houston, Reunites with the Texans Eight Years After Draft
sports2 months ago

Clowney Returns to Houston, Reunites with the Texans Eight Years After Draft

Jadeveon Clowney has agreed to terms with the Houston Texans, eight years after being the No. 1 overall pick and his first stint in Houston. He joins a defense already featuring Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, after recording 8.5 sacks for the Cowboys in 2025. The move could help Houston push for the AFC Championship and a Super Bowl run, provided the offense remains competent.

via NBC Sports|
#danielle-hunter#houston-texans#jadeveon-clowney
Texans lock in Will Anderson Jr. on three-year, $150M deal
sports6 months ago

Texans lock in Will Anderson Jr. on three-year, $150M deal

The Houston Texans finalized a three-year extension with edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., worth about $150 million with $134 million guaranteed and including a no-trade clause, making him the league's highest-paid non-quarterback. Anderson, the 2023 No. 3 overall pick and 2025 first-team All-Pro, posted 12 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, and 23 QB hits in 17 games last season. The deal solidifies Houston's top defensive cornerstone as the team pivots toward signing quarterback C.J. Stroud to a long-term deal.

via NBC Sports|
#cj-stroud#houston-texans#nfl-contract-extension
Texans lock Stroud and Anderson in through 2027 with fifth-year options
sports6 months ago

Texans lock Stroud and Anderson in through 2027 with fifth-year options

Houston exercised the fifth-year options for QB C.J. Stroud ($25.9 million) and DE Will Anderson Jr. ($21.5 million), guaranteeing both on the roster through 2027. Stroud is extension-eligible after this season, and Houston plans to work toward a long-term deal either this year or next, as Anderson emerged as a breakout star and the duo remains the core of a rising Texans team.

via Bleacher Report|
#cj-stroud#fifth-year-option#houston-texans
Nico Collins and CeeDee Lamb Set to Play in Texans vs. Cowboys Showdown
sports1 year ago

Nico Collins and CeeDee Lamb Set to Play in Texans vs. Cowboys Showdown

Will Anderson, Jr., the 2023 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, is inactive for the second consecutive week due to an injury sustained against the Jets. He leads the Texans with 7.5 sacks and 11 tackles for loss this season. Rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter and defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi are also inactive for the Texans' Monday night game against the Dallas Cowboys. The team has added cornerback Jeff Okudah to the roster and welcomed back defensive tackle Mario Edwards, Jr. after a suspension.

via HoustonTexans.com|
#dallas-cowboys#houston-texans#injury-report
"The Unstoppable Will Anderson Jr.: A Defensive Freak in the NFL"
sports2 years ago

"The Unstoppable Will Anderson Jr.: A Defensive Freak in the NFL"

Houston Texans rookie defensive end Will Anderson Jr. had an impressive performance in the team's victory over the Denver Broncos, recording five tackles, two sacks, two tackles for loss, four quarterback hits, and one pass defended. Anderson's stat line is only the second time a rookie has achieved those numbers in each category in a single game since 2006, with the first being J.J. Watt. Anderson's teammates and coaches praise his exceptional skills and work ethic, and he is seen as a potential candidate for NFL Defensive Player of the Year. The Texans, led by their rookie contributors, are making a turnaround this season and are in contention for a playoff spot in the AFC South.

via AL.com|
#defensive-player#houston-texans#nfl