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Vasquez-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans’ new offensive weapons could steal the spotlight in Week 1</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-new-offensive-weapons-could-steal-the-spotlight-in-week-1-01ksmtz5qm1f?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksmtz5qm1f</guid><description>Houston Texans newcomers Keylan Rutledge and David Montgomery can be impact players in week one against the Buffalo Bills. </description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 15:27:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2012,h_1131,x_0,y_206/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/10/01ksmva2j4hjjgznbfp9.jpg" caption="Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) runs against Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nico Collins cashes in as Texans continue reshaping the franchise</title><link>https://torotimes.com/nico-collins-cashes-in-as-texans-continue-reshaping-the-franchise-01kskhqg5fe3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kskhqg5fe3</guid><description>Houston continues its trend of dishing out guaranteed dollars and pay raises to their best players. Now, it&#39;s Nico Collins.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2645,h_1487,x_1288,y_12/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/10/01kskj25qyhdz384m1tj.jpg" caption="Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (12) celebrates after scoring a touchdown Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, during a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. | Christine Tannous/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans TE’s versatility may be saving his roster spot</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-te-s-versatility-may-be-saving-his-roster-spot-01ksh05rfmnz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksh05rfmnz</guid><description>Cade Stover may have found a way to hang on in a crowded TE room by becoming a hybrid tight end/fullback option.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_44/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/10/01ksh5jpradyp67nh4zf.jpg" caption="Sep 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans tight end Cade Stover (87) during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans insider hints at troubling reality facing C.J. Stroud</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-insider-hints-at-troubling-reality-facing-c-j-stroud-01ksffjx2qx3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksffjx2qx3</guid><description>C.J. Stroud has been concussed twice in three seasons, which should give pause to those wanting him to become a rusher. </description><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 13:02:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2460,h_1383,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01ksfg08tt5vhwe4bd04.jpg" caption="Dec 3, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) is sacked by Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton (49) and linebacker Nik Bonitto (42) in the second half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans’ revived in-state rivalry could explode in 2026</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-revived-in-state-rivalry-could-explode-in-2026-01ks6rjz29tj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Rudolph</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks6rjz29tj</guid><description>This time around, the teams look a little different, but Houston would like nothing better than to repeat the results of their last match-up against Dallas.</description><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3452,h_1941,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01ks6tr53d8nmsx9rnps.jpg" caption="Nov 18, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Tempers flare between the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans during the second half at AT&amp;T Stadium. 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Speed is expected to miss some time this season.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:27:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4064,h_2286,x_0,y_169/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01ks8vy5djmswbkn5115.jpg" caption="Sep 21, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA;  Houston Texans linebacker E.J. Speed (45) tackles Jacksonville Jaguars running back Lequint Allen Jr. (36) during the second quarter at EverBank Stadium. 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Stroud (7) after the game against the New England Patriots in an AFC Divisional Round game at Gillette Stadium. 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Stroud (7) takes a sack by Green Bay Packers linebacker Eric Wilson (45)  at Lambeau Field . 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Stroud (7) scrambles against Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) during the second half of an AFC Wild Card Round game at Acrisure Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Houston Texans 2026 schedule release date rumors, leaks, opponents and more</title><link>https://torotimes.com/houston-texans-2026-schedule-release-date-rumors-leaks-opponents-and-more?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kr58pvt3bf</guid><description>The Houston Texans have now arrived at schedule release week, where there will be news, rumors and leaks-galore leading up to the official schedule release.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2423,h_1362,x_0,y_35/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01kr58xawyeaj7p0nnf8.jpg" caption="Oct 20, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) celebrates a fumble recovery in the end zone for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images | Kevin Ng-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans get another crack at Steelers in massive SNF showdown</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-get-another-crack-at-steelers-in-massive-snf-showdown-01krjayzj3sw?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krjayzj3sw</guid><description>The Houston Texans will take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in a week 13 matchup on Sunday Night Football from Acrisure Stadium.</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3170,h_1783,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01krjba3g6s6ev3rgg7v.jpg" caption="Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (27) runs during the first half of an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans owner Cal McNair sends strong message about the franchise’s next era</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-owner-cal-mcnair-sends-strong-message-about-the-franchise-s-next-era-01krh4wxsvt2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krh4wxsvt2</guid><description>Texans principle owner, chairman and CEO Cal McNair makes his stance known on the Texans&#39; second trip to Wembley Stadium this season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:24:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3431,h_1929,x_195,y_151/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01krh5d5d4knmqwn7fvp.jpg" caption="Nov 3, 2019; London, United Kingdom; Houston Texans chief executive officer D. Cal McNair (left) and wife Hannah Hartland McNair celebrate after an NFL International Series game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium.  The Texans defeated the Jaguars 26-3. 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Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans finally get massive break in NFL Super Bowl race</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-finally-get-massive-break-in-nfl-super-bowl-race-01krc76cwztf?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krc76cwztf</guid><description>The Houston Texans currently have the seventh-weakest schedule ahead of the 2026 season. </description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:29:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2634,h_1481,x_237,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01krc7ywhtva3vaavn56.jpg" caption="Jan 18, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. 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Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | David Butler II-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 explosive Texans wishlist games that would ignite their NFL schedule</title><link>https://torotimes.com/3-explosive-texans-wishlist-games-that-would-ignite-their-nfl-schedule-01krbrj1tvjz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krbrj1tvjz</guid><description>How about the Baltimore Ravens, Dallas Cowboys and Jacksonville Jaguars on tap?</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:10:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4101,h_2306,x_2161,y_566/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01krbrsbfjc9pmxabzfr.jpg" caption="Oct 5, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre (5) celebrates a fumble recovery during the fourth quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&amp;T Bank Stadium. 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Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Texans continue to revolutionize NFL economics with Kayden McDonald deal</title><link>https://torotimes.com/texans-continue-to-revolutionize-nfl-economics-with-kayden-mcdonald-deal-01kr6zxf0p15?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Rudolph</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kr6zxf0p15</guid><description>The Houston Texans and GM Nick Caserio continue to reshape NFL contracts with latest rookie deal.</description><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:35:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01kr70fsz3ctd2fb7kx9.jpg" caption="Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. 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Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | David Butler II-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Lior Lampert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Bleacher Report declares Texans&#39; dynamic defensive duo as NFL&#39;s best</title><link>https://torotimes.com/bleacher-report-declares-texans-dynamic-defensive-duo-as-nfl-s-best-01kqt31wnz4e?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kqt31wnz4e</guid><description>DE&#39;s Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter have gained the reputation of being the league&#39;s most destructive pass rushing duo, according to Bleacher Report.</description><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:22:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4929,h_2772,x_1666,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01kqt36b1mc09fwa6hz1.jpg" caption="Sep 15, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) celebrates with defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) after a defensive play during the fourth quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at NRG Stadium. 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Specifically, with finally building an &#39;offensive identity&#39;.</description><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 00:01:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7552,h_4248,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01kqr48305dv9y43694m.jpg" caption="Mar 2, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; NFL Network Draft media analyst Lance Zierlein during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. 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Stroud might be the biggest winner from the 2023 QB draft class, after news that the Colts have officially declined Anthony Richardson&#39;s fifth-year option.</description><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5516,h_3102,x_0,y_678/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01kqhe9cyyyjecv10kjw.jpg" caption="Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) leaves the field Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, after losing a game 29-27 to the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. | Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Clayton Anderson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>T.J. Houshmandzadeh&#39;s cryptic C.J. Stroud take could actually indict key Texans coach</title><link>https://torotimes.com/t-j-houshmandzadeh-s-cryptic-c-j-stroud-take-could-actually-indict-key-texans-coach-01kqfryk80tb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Clayton Anderson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kqfryk80tb</guid><description>Houston Texans offensive coordinator Nick Caley could be under a larger microscope in 2026.</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:14:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2304,h_1296,x_1143,y_87/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/10/01kqfs54gq1mk6v135q3.jpg" caption="Aug 16, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans offensive coordinator Nick Caley stands on the field before the game against the Carolina Panthers at NRG Stadium. 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Stroud (7) runs with the ball in the third quarter against the New England Patriots in an AFC Divisional Round game at Gillette Stadium. 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