Is C.J. Stroud Leading the Texans Back Into the Playoff Mix?
Tank Dell and Kayshon Boutte each topped 100 receiving yards in a 44-22 rout of the Chargers, giving Houston a needed jolt before a trip to Cleveland.

Tank Dell and Kayshon Boutte each topped 100 receiving yards in a 44-22 rout of the Chargers, giving Houston a needed jolt before a trip to Cleveland.

Fresh off their bye week, the 3-5 Texans saw Kayshon Boutte lead the offense with a career-high 125 receiving yards in a 44-22 victory over LA.

Grading Houston's position groups after C.J. Stroud's 5-TD performance and a dominant 44-22 victory over the Chargers in Week 9.

Facing LA’s top-ten pass defense, C.J. Stroud and Houston’s offense must overcome pass-rush pressure to jumpstart their Week 9 recovery.

Details for the Texans' Week 9 matchup against the Chargers: broadcast team, referee assignment, and official uniform combination.

Will Anderson Jr. stunned NFL fans with high praise for Justin Herbert despite the Chargers QB’s winless start and troubling 2026 numbers.

The Alabama Crimson Tide watched Will Anderson Jr. build his reputation by making life miserable for opposing quarterbacks. However, his latest assessment of Justin Herbert is difficult to square with what the Los Angeles Chargers have produced this season.Anderson offered plenty of respect for Herbert ahead of their upcoming matchup. The former Alabama standout highlighted […] The post Former Alabama Star Will Anderson Jr. Makes Eye-Opening Reveal about Justin Herbert appeared first on HEAVY.

Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. had some high praise for Justin Herbert ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. However, his assessment of the quarterback’s current play might leave NFL fans wondering what he has been watching. "Herbert, man, he's playing out of his mind." Will Anderson Jr. on facing Justin […] The post Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. raises eyebrows with Justin Herbert take before Chargers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Tied with T.J. Watt at 7.5 sacks, Houston's Will Anderson Jr. maintains his spot atop the NFL sack leaderboard through Week 8.

Despite a 2-5 start, the Texans sit near No. 19-21 in Week 9 power rankings, keeping playoff hope alive in a wide-open AFC South.

It’s getting deeper into the fantasy football season, and there’s one defensive unit that hasn’t hit the panic button yet. But let’s look at the overall picture. Here are the defense and special teams rankings for Week 9 of the 2026 season. There’s more depth available this week as only two teams are on a […] The post Fantasy Football D/ST Rankings: Week 9 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Texans have spent the first seven weeks of the 2026 NFL season discovering just how expensive weaknesses in the trenches can become. Despite boasting some really explosive offensive weapons and some of the league’s most dangerous pass rushers, Houston has repeatedly struggled to control the line of scrimmage. Their latest defeat against the […] The post 1 trade Texans must make during 2026 NFL season bye week appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Houston Texans have assembled enough offensive and defensive talent to compete with the NFL’s best. However, their 2026 campaign has exposed a fundamental flaw. Despite flashes of brilliance and encouraging victories, Houston has struggled to establish physical identity. The upcoming bye week gives DeMeco Ryans and his coaching staff an opportunity to address the […] The post Texans’ biggest problem to fix during 2026 bye week appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans has come under fire amid their 2-5 start to the 2026 regular season, including from a former player. The post DeMeco Ryans, Houston Texans Coaching Staff Put on Blast appeared first on HEAVY.

DeMeco Ryans is keeping his staff together through the bye, even with a Texans defense that led the NFL in yards allowed last season now sitting 18th.

Through seven games, edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. leads Houston with 7.5 sacks, giving the Texans a rare defensive bright spot heading into the bye.

Facing a crucial stretch ahead, Houston’s loaded roster and star quarterback give the front office reason to stay aggressive.

John Hickman says DeMeco Ryans must address tackling during the bye after a Week 7 loss in which the Giants came into Houston and ran over the Texans using 22 personnel.

The Texans head into their bye at 2-5, but a soft remaining schedule and a December rematch with the Jaguars keep their playoff hopes alive.

Despite a rough afternoon for Houston's defense, Danielle Hunter provided a bright spot by earning the team's highest PFF grade in Week 7.

From quarterback dynamics to defensive matchups, get essential insights into key factors shaping the Texans-Giants Week 7 showdown.

The New York Giants are 0-1-1 on the road this season and are heavy underdogs against the surging Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon.

J.J. McCarthy may not have a chance to succeed in his first start in a New York Giants uniform if Andrew Thomas or Jermaine Eluemunor can't suit up Sunday.

Aireontae Ersery and Evan Brown could help Houston build on its running game against a unit that has allowed at least 120 rushing yards in four of its first six games.
