Cam Akers is headed back to Minneapolis. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Houston Texans are trading the veteran running back, plus a 2026 conditional seventh-round pick to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a 2026 conditional sixth-round pick. Akers, who impressed enough during the preseason to earn a spot on Houston’s final 53-man roster, returns to the … [Read more...] about Texans trade RB Cam Akers to Vikings for late-round pick
Does Texans WR Nico Collins still lead the NFL in receiving yards after Week 6?
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins was on the path to a record-setting season before being placed on the injured reserve last week because of a hamstring issue.He still could have a career year, but leading the NFL in receiving yards might be challenging should he miss more than four games.As of this moment, Collins’ dominance through five games has him still up top of … [Read more...] about Does Texans WR Nico Collins still lead the NFL in receiving yards after Week 6?
5 Takeaways from Texans double-digit win over Patriots
The Houston Texans exorcised some demons at Gillette Stadium, securing their first win in eight attempts with a 41-21 blowout over the New England Patriots on Sunday. Houston now improves to 5-1 for just the second time in franchise history, matching the 2012 roster that began 11-1 en route to a 12-4 finish. Houston’s defense forced four turnovers, including two interceptions. … [Read more...] about 5 Takeaways from Texans double-digit win over Patriots
Texans RB Dameon Pierce finally breaks out in win vs. Patriots
Joe Mixon’s performance against the New England Patriots wasn’t the only prominent running back making headlines for the Houston Texans Sunday afternoon. Dameon Pierce showed off that same spark that made him a fan-favorite during his rookie season as Houston picked up the 41-21 win over the New England Patriots. After missing four games due to a hamstring injury, Pierce seemed … [Read more...] about Texans RB Dameon Pierce finally breaks out in win vs. Patriots
Texans PFF grades: Best and worst performers from Week 6 win vs. Patriots
The Houston Texans kept their winning ways alive, securing a 41-21 victory over the New England Patriots in Week 6. C.J. Stroud threw three touchdown passes while the defense forced four turnovers against rookie quarterback Drake Maye. With the return of both Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce, Houston finally saw its ground game pick up the pace. Mixon totaled 132 yards and two … [Read more...] about Texans PFF grades: Best and worst performers from Week 6 win vs. Patriots