The Houston Texans are getting healthy at the right time. While the AFC South favorites will be without All-Pro receiver Stefon Diggs for the remainder of the season, they are getting back defensive back Jimmie Ward and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair. Houston also could be adding its top weapon in Nico Collins for Sunday’s matchup against the Detroit Lions on NBC at NRG Stadium. … [Read more...] about Nico Collins injury update: Will Texans WR play in Week 10 ‘SNF’ showdown vs. Lions?
Texans RB Joe Mixon receives promotion following hot start
Joe Mixon is getting promoted. The Houston Texans have named the Pro Bowl running a team captain for the remainder of the season. Mixon will replace Stefon Diggs, who suffered a season-ending torn ACL in Week 8’s win over the Indianapolis Colts. “It’s a blessing,” Mixon said Friday. “I’m very grateful.” Honored and humbled to be named captain mid-season for the Texans. It’s a … [Read more...] about Texans RB Joe Mixon receives promotion following hot start
Texans fans react to WR Nico Collins’ return before Lions game
Nico Collins isn’t back yet, but he’s close entering Week 10’s showdown vs. the Detroit Lions. Collins, who missed four games while on the injured reserve with a hamstring injury, was designated for return/returned to practice, the Houston Texans announced Friday. The fourth-year pass-catcher was at practice as the team prepares to welcome in the NFC favorites on Sunday Night … [Read more...] about Texans fans react to WR Nico Collins’ return before Lions game
Texans receive unfortunate upate on Nico Collins’ status vs. Lions
Nico Collins’ status for Sunday night’s matchup against the Detroit Lions seems to be trending in the wrong direction. The Houston Texans‘ fourth-year receiver did not practice for the second consecutive day during Thursday’s open period. He also hasn’t been activated from the injured reserve list, which isn’t ideal for a Houston roster in need of a secondary target for C.J. … [Read more...] about Texans receive unfortunate upate on Nico Collins’ status vs. Lions
Texans could be without top pass-rusher for Week 10 showdown vs. Lions
Will Anderson Jr. could be back in time for the Houston Texans’ Week 10 showdown against the Detroit Lions, but his chances feel slim after Thursday’s practice. The second-year defensive end did not partake in drills during the open media session and was listed as a non-participant on the injury report. Barring a last-second return on Friday, it seems unlikely that Anderson … [Read more...] about Texans could be without top pass-rusher for Week 10 showdown vs. Lions