Turner, Douglas power Falcons past Panthers 45-28 Nov 24, 2008
The Houston Texans defeated Cincinnati 35-6 on Sept. 26 after beating Detroit 28-21 the previous week. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Texans at Browns: Game Preview I Nov 24, 2008
The Houston Texans defense starts and ends with defensive end. Williams is having another big year as he has 34 tackles, eight sacks, and three forced fumbles on the season. (InsideHouston.com)
This one was bad enough to make you turn away Nov 24, 2008
Cleveland Browns quarterback Brady Quinn tries to keep warm on the sidelines in the third quarter of a 16-6 loss to the Houston Texans in an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 23, 2008, in Cleveland ... Six days after an inspiring road win in Buffalo, the Browns executed a perfect swan dive into the septic tank in a 16-6 loss to the Houston Texans that left fans at Cleveland Browns Stadium wondering if this, indeed, is as good as it gets. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Ching: Safety becoming concern for professional athletes Nov 22, 2008
The Athens native and Clarke Central product - now a cornerback with the Houston Texans - could easily have been Sean Taylor before Sean Taylor. Last year, Robinson was robbed at gunpoint in a home invasion two months before a similar incident in Taylor's Miami home left the Washington Redskins star's 18-month-old daughter without a father. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Browns GM sent fan e-mail containing expletive Nov 21, 2008
Quinn, though, stayed in the game and is expected to play Sunday when the Browns host the Houston Texans. Also on NBCSports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Quinn has broken finger, will still try to play Nov 21, 2008
Despite the injury, Quinn will try to play Sunday when the Browns host the Houston Texans. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Under the radar Nov 21, 2008
Good seasons going to waste. Five stars you might be missing - USATODAY.com. (USA Today -- Sports)
Browns' Quinn expected to play with broken finger Nov 21, 2008
BEREA, Ohio (AP) - Cleveland Browns quarterback Brady Quinn broke his right index finger in Monday night's win over Buffalo but will try to play Sunday against the Houston Texans. The team initially thought Quinn only bruised his hand after banging it on the helmet of a Bills player, but X-rays taken after practice Wednesday revealed a fracture on the tip of his finger. (FindLaw News)
Warhawk nation update Nov 21, 2008
Sheets will play his last game for the Boilermakers tomorrow as Purdue hosts the Indiana University Hossiers (3-8, 1-6) on Purdue's Senior Day in West Lafayette, IN. Former Bloomfield High School all-state defensive end, former Syracuse all-American defensive end and current Indianapolis Colts three-time pro bowl defensive end Dwight Freeney sacked Houston Texans quarterback Sage Rosenfels in the first quarter and then again in the fourth quarter in the Colts 33-27 victory over the Texans (3-7).... (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
NFL Week 12 Predictions Nov 20, 2008
Houston Texans at Cleveland Browns (- 3): Brady Quinn has two weeks under his belt and gets to throw against the 22nd ranked defense in the NFL. He also gets to do it in the comfy confines of his own home stadium. Cleveland should be a little pumped up after a surprising road victory at Buffalo this past Monday night that was about as pretty as Amy Winehouse after a night of drugging, although winning that Monday night game against the New York Giants earlier in the season did not do much for... (Suite101.com)
Final 4 Awarded to Arlington, Houston Nov 20, 2008
Those games will be played at Reliant Stadium, home of the Houston Texans. The 2012 Final Four will be played at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, with finals awarded to Atlanta's Georgia Dome in 2013 and the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis in 2015. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Pack in pros Nov 19, 2008
Clark returned a kickoff 17 yards, and also made a solo hit and recovered a fumble on special teams during the Bucs' 19-13 win over the Minnesota Vikings Has played four games this year and has a 12-yard reception, two kickoff returns for a total of 39 yards (19. 5 average) and two special teams tackles, one solo, and a fumble recovery. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bulldogs in the NFL Nov 19, 2008
ANTONIO JOHNSON, DT, Indianapolis Colts: four tackles (3 solo, 1 assist) in a 33-27 win over the Houston Texans; Season one game played ... DELJUAN ROBINSON, DT, Houston Texans: four tackles (3 solo, 1 assist) in a 33-27 loss to the Indianapolis Colts; Season 19 tackles. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Update On Former Illini In The NFL Nov 18, 2008
Hayden did not play in the Colts' 33-27 win over the Houston Texans ... Eugene WilsonDBHouston Texans. (Fightingillini.com)
Texans-Colts Postgame Quotes Nov 18, 2008
Date: Nov 17, 2008 See what the head coaches and players from both sides had to say about Sunday's 33-27 win by the Indianapolis Colts over the Houston Texans. Hear from Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Gary Brackett, Ryan Diem, Melvin Bullitt, and more Colts, and get the perspective of Houston's Sage Rosenfels, Mario Williams and others. (ColtsNews.US)
Stover's kick blocked in Giant-sized loss Nov 18, 2008
" Stover has missed five field goals this year, converting 13 o f 18 kicks after booting a 38-yarder in the second quarter after Baltimore fell behind 20-0. Stover missed a 50-yard attempt last week against the Houston Texans. "You start off a season with three misses and you work uphill at that point," Stover said. "I have done a decent job coming back. The 50-yarder last week was a tough kick. (BynersInsider.com)
Jags don't want motivation issue Nov 18, 2008
" Making that task tougher is that five of the Jaguars' six remaining opponents - starting with Minnesota on Sunday - are in the playoff race. Only the Houston Texans (3-7) have a worse record than the Jaguars. The players echoed Del Rio's belief that motivation won't be a problem. "I think we have enough leadership in this locker room to get that taken care of," cornerback Rashean Mathis said. "It could [be a problem] if the leadership wasn't as strong as we have. And the younger guys respect... (Florida Times-Union)
Indy rallies Nov 17, 2008
By Skip Wood, USA TODAY INDIANAPOLIS Indianapolis Colts center Jeff Saturday sat in front of his locker and provided a knowing smile when asked about the importance of the just-completed 33-27 win against the Houston Texans. Across the room, tight end Dallas Clark also spent considerable time talking about the enormity of the triumph. (USA Today -- Sports)
Copper out for today’s game against Giants Nov 16, 2008
He injured his shoulder and neck while making a special teams tackle in last week s win over the Houston Texans. Copper, a former standout at Washington High School and East Carolina, has been ruled for today s game. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Long-range plan is working Nov 16, 2008
The Baltimore Ravens had driven into Houston Texans territory in the second quarter last Sunday, but the drive stalled at the 36-yard line. Coach John Harbaugh had a decision to make. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Top fillies to train in state Nov 15, 2008
Godolphin got Midshipman in early September as part of the real estate and horses package of Stonerside Stable when owner Robert McNair decided to exit racing and concentrate on his NFL Houston Texans. Late last month, Godolphin made an offer he couldn't refuse to Frankel, who was the majority owner of Vineyard Haven with Dodgers manager Joe Torre and one other partner. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
WEEK 11 PREVIEWS Nov 14, 2008
Houston Texans (3-6) at Indianapolis Colts (5-4). Sunday, 1, CBS (Gus Johnson, Steve Tasker). (USA Today -- Sports)
McNair says Kubiak is 1 to turn around Texans Nov 14, 2008
HOUSTON - Texans owner Bob McNair is confident in coach Gary Kubiak, and the billionaire's goal for this season remains seeing his team in the playoffs for the first time. "Right now we're still trying to make the playoffs and until mathematically we cannot do it, that's our goal and that doesn't change," McNair said Wednesday. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Parker will return, but mobility limited Nov 14, 2008
When he started the season opener against the Houston Texans, it was his first regular-season game since he fractured his fibula in Week 15 last season in St. Louis. Then, after spraining the medial collateral ligament in his left knee in a Sept. 21 game in Philadelphia, Parker missed the next four games, twice having comeback attempts aborted when he aggravated the injury during the week. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
No 'surprise' in Baltimore: Hot defense propelling Ravens Nov 13, 2008
Yet Sunday's 41-13 victory at the Houston Texans was Baltimore's fourth consecutive game scoring at least 27 points a first in franchise history. The defense's fingerprints can be found on the surge, as only two teams (Green Bay, New York Jets) have produced more points off turnovers than Baltimore's 72 off 16 takeaways. (USA Today -- Sports)
Line of Scrimmage: Week 11 - Ravens Must Still Prove Mettle Nov 13, 2008
John Harbaugh and company indeed moved to 6-3 with last Sunday's 41-13 outclassing of the Houston Texans, once again combining stifling defense and increasingly electric play from Flacco and the offense to win its fourth consecutive game. Later, the Ravens caught a break when the Steelers dropped a home contest to the Colts, moving Baltimore into a tie in the AFC North and launching expectations into the stratosphere for a team that is no longer rebuilding, if it ever was. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Better health, better secondary Nov 13, 2008
3 passing yards per outing in games against the Houston Texans, Pittsburgh Steelers, Denver Broncos and Cleveland Browns. But in the past two weeks, against the then-winless Cincinnati Bengals and Detroit Lions, the Jaguars have cut that average to 153. (Florida Times-Union)
Bills squandering a promising start Nov 12, 2008
The expansion Houston Texans, born in 2002, are the only other team not to reach the playoffs in this decade. The Bills haven't been consistently good since their run of four straight AFC Championships - and Super Bowl losses - following the 1990 through '93 seasons. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
NFL NOTEBOOK: Niners fall apart in final seconds Nov 12, 2008
The Houston Texans, trailing Baltimore 7-0, had a first down on the Ravens' 1. Backup quarterback Sage Rosenfels threw a low pass that Ravens nose tackle Naloti Ngata tipped and intercepted. (Florida Times-Union)
Ngata makes an impact Nov 11, 2008
Ngata couldnt believe the Houston Texans didnt run the ball in the red zone, but not so surprised that he didnt bound into the air. to read the rest of this story. (BynersInsider.com)
Fierce pass rush fueling Vikings’ improving defense Nov 11, 2008
Fierce pass rush fueling Vikings improving defense : Winona Daily News. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Flacco leads soaring Ravens to 41-13 win Nov 10, 2008
Flacco threw two touchdowns and Ray Lewis had a pair of interceptions to lead the Baltimore Ravens to their fourth straight win, a 41-13 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday. The Ravens have scored at least 27 points in a team-record four consecutive games. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rosenfels and Schaub have similar games Nov 10, 2008
By PublisherDate: Nov 7, 2008 OWINGS MILLS -- Houston Texans quarterbacks Matt Schaub and Sage Rosenfels aren't twin brothers or even related, but that doesn't make them any different at how they play football. It's a mirror image as far as Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan is concerned. (BynersInsider.com)
Okoye out for Texans Nov 10, 2008
HOUSTON - Defensive tackle Amobi Okoye joined quarterback Matt Schaub on the Houston Texans' inactive list for Sunday's game against Baltimore. Okoye, the Texans' first-round draft pick in 2007, has been bothered this week by a high ankle sprain. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
'Real season' starts now as NFL contenders push for playoffs Nov 9, 2008
The San Diego Chargers, Jacksonville Jaguars, Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans are 3-5 and on the ropes. "Jacksonville is a team that has to come back eventually," Collinsworth says. (USA Today -- Sports)
AROUND THE LEAGUE/M ARK ECKEL Nov 9, 2008
Running back Ryan Moats is on the Houston Texans' roster and carried three times for 17 yards two weeks ago in the team's win over Cincinnati. He did not play in the team's loss to Minnesota last week. (NJ.com -- Times)
Gaffney comes to grips with it Nov 9, 2008
They've changed their style of attack," said former Washington Redskins and Houston Texans general manager Charley Casserly, now an analyst with CBS."When Brady was in there, he had a tremendous ability to read defenses. It's not fair to compare [Cassel] based on experience, but Brady, with his vision, could spread the field, left to right, deep to short, short to deep. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
JAGUARS: WHAT'S GONE WRONG? Nov 9, 2008
After today's game at winless Detroit, the Jaguars face only one team (Houston Texans) with a losing record the rest of the way. So what happened. (Florida Times-Union)
Vikings DE Allen doubtful for bout with Pack Nov 8, 2008
Allen was injured in Minnesota's 28-21 win over the Houston Texans last Sunday but still finished with two sacks, three tackles and a forced fumble. The 6-foot-6, 270-pounder, was the NFL's leader in sacks last season with a career-high 15 1/2, in addition to 67 tackles and three forced fumbles for the Kansas City Chiefs. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Gerry Dulac's NFL Forecast: Week 10 (Today) Nov 6, 2008
GAME: Baltimore Ravens (5-3) at Houston Texans (3-5), 1 p.m.. THE SKINNY: The Ravens keeping hanging around, winning three in a row and getting some extra juice from their comeback victory in Cleveland. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
MIDWEEK CONFIDENTIAL: Brady-less Belichick looking lost Nov 5, 2008
THUMBS DOWNInjuries are part of football, but the Houston Texans have to wonder if Matt Schaub can ever stay healthy enough to be their long-term quarterback ... The Titans next play the Chicago Bears, then the Jaguars, New York Jets, Detroit Lions, Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans. (Florida Times-Union)
Texans long snapper Pittman appeals suspension Nov 4, 2008
ESPN - Houston Texans long snapper Bryan Pittman appeals suspension ... Houston Texans long snapper Bryan Pittman appeals suspension. (ESPN -- Football News)
Texans QB Schaub out 2-4 weeks with injured MCL Nov 4, 2008
NEWS AND INFORMATION. Week 9 bests and worsts. (USA Today -- Sports)
Vikings cure mistakes, win 28-21 Nov 4, 2008
Coming off a mistake-filled loss to the Chicago Bears before the bye, the Vikings played an efficient game on offense and secured the necessary turnovers on defense to come away with a 28-21 win over the Houston Texans. After a 41-point outburst in a loss to the before the bye, the Vikings were hoping to build on the offensive rhythm and eliminate the turnovers, penalties and other costly mistakes on special teams. (VikingUpdate.com)
Texans QB Matt Schaub expected to miss 2-4 weeks Nov 4, 2008
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway, left, pressures Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Tom Olmscheid). (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Step 4: Finding A Franchise Quarterback Nov 4, 2008
One is Houston Texans backup. Sunday at Minnesota, against one of the better defensive units in the NFL, he threw for 224 yards and two touchdowns and nearly pulled off an upset victory. (WarPaintIllustrated.com)
Trey Henderson Love of performing carried into college Nov 4, 2008
When the Jaguars played the Houston Texans this year, Trey Henderson was in the stands, watching as Jaxson climbed to the top of a light tower, then crossed over top of the stadium on a wire, eventually lowering himself onto the field. "Trey told me, 'I want to do that,' " his mother said. (Florida Times-Union)
Vikings-Texans game scout Nov 3, 2008
Houston Texans (3-4) at Minnesota Vikings (3-4). KICKOFF: Sunday, 1:00 ET GAMEDATE: 11/02/08 SURFACE: FieldTurf TV: CBS (Dick Enberg, Randy Cross). (VikingUpdate.com)
Texans QB Matt Schaub out with knee injury Nov 3, 2008
MINNEAPOLIS - Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub injured his left knee Sunday and was replaced by backup Sage Rosenfels in the second half against Minnesota. Schaub went 11-of-16 for 139 yards, one interception and one lost fumble in the first half. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Set your calendars for December Nov 2, 2008
Dec. 1: Jaguars at Houston Texans, 8:30 p.m.. Dec. 1 and 2: BRASS Swing with the Symphony Golf Tournament, Concert and Dinner, TPC Sawgrass, (904) 373-9869 or (904) 354-9136. (Florida Times-Union)
Dietitians feed NFL players' appetite for success Nov 1, 2008
"I think the model is changing," said Roberta Anding, the Houston Texans' dietitian and a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association. "I think collegiate programs and professional programs are looking at this and saying, 'We all stand to benefit from this.'". (Anchorage Daily News)
Old-school, tough defense making a comeback in NFL '08 Nov 1, 2008
This might also be remembered as the Year of the Rookie Running Back with Tennessee's , Chicago's , the Houston Texans' and the Carolina Panthers' among the top 24 rushers, all providing weather-proof offense. "As great as New England played last year, when the weather turned bad, that high-scoring offense kept coming down, and teams came closer and closer to beating them," CBS analyst Shannon Sharpe says. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tough Test for Texans Nov 1, 2008
The Houston Texans will venture outside of the friendly confines of Reliant Stadium for the first time in nearly a month when they travel to Minnesota to take on the 3-4 Vikings. Houston is hoping that they can bring some of their offensive mastery that theyve displayed up north as they head into one of the loudest domes in all of the NFL.. (InsideHouston.com)
Week 9 NFL Capsules Nov 1, 2008
Houston Texans (3-4) at Minnesota Vikings (3-4) 1. Other than Tennessee, no NFL team has more consecutive victories than the Titans, who have won three in a row. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
ALL-ROOKIE TEAM: Youngsters making a difference Oct 31, 2008
Breakout youngsters: Midseason all-rookie team - USATODAY.com. Breakout youngsters: Midseason all-rookie team. (USA Today -- Sports)
Schaub, offense have Texans rolling Oct 31, 2008
Date: Oct 30, 2008 The Houston Texans are as hot as theyve ever been in their short franchise history, and their offense is what has propelled them to a three-game winning streak. See what coach Gary Kubiak and the players had to say about their winning streak and finally going on the road to prove themselves. (VikingUpdate.com)
Bray staying in the game by coaching (64) Oct 31, 2008
He went through training camps with the Miami Dolphins and Houston Texans and spent a season in NFL Europe. He was out of football last year and decided to start his coaching career. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Student Wins Visit From Texan Players Oct 31, 2008
HOUSTON -- A Katy elementary student won a contest that included a special playdate at school with the Houston Texans, KPRC Local 2, Your Education Station, reported Thursday. Corbin Henrich, 9, was the lucky winner of a contest hosted by the NFL called Take a Player To School. (Click2Houston, TX)
Meet the Owls of Temple Oct 31, 2008
Location: Philadelphia, PAColors: Cherry and WhiteFormer Owls: Joe Klecko - Defensive Tackle - New York Jets (1977-1987); Indianapolis Colts (1988), Randy Grossman - Tight End - Pittsburgh Steelers (1974-1981), Stacey Mack - Running Back - Jacksonville Jaguars (1999-2002); Houston Texans (2003), Dan Klecko - Fullback / Defensive Tackle - New England Patriots (2003-2005); Indianapolis Colts (2006-2007); Philadelphia Eagles (2008-present), Raheem Brock - Defensive Tackle - Indianapolis Colts... (GoMidshipmen.com)
Midseason All-Pro team: Who's been best in NFL's first half? Oct 30, 2008
Houston Texans wideout Andre Johnson leads all players with 772 receiving yards on an offense that ranks fourth in the league. CAST YOUR VOTE. (USA Today -- Sports)
Alleged use of old-school drug surprises experts Oct 30, 2008
Houston Texans long snapper Bryan Pittman was identified by his attorney as being investigated. Players from the Vikings have also been reported to be part of the investigation. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Texans' offense should concern Vikings Oct 30, 2008
The Houston Texans visit the Metrodome this Sunday playing the best football of their 103-game existence. That s not saying a whole lot, of course. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Jaguars WR Matt Jones expected to play against Bengals Oct 30, 2008
RICK WILSON/The Times-UnionJaguars wide receiver Matt Jones holds up the football after catching a touchdown pass against the Houston Texans on Sept. 28. RICK WILSON / The Florida Times-Union. (Florida Times-Union)
Pack in pros Oct 29, 2008
Was a reserve at tackle and guard in the Bengals' 35-6 loss at the Houston Texans. Has played in all games this year as a reserve. (NC State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bulldogs in the NFL Oct 29, 2008
REGGIE KELLY, TE, Cincinnati Bengals: Started in a 35-6 loss to the Houston Texans; Season - 12 catches for 73 yards ... DELJUAN ROBINSON, DT, Houston Texans: one assisted tackle in a 35-6 win over the Cincinnati Bengals; Season 11 tackles. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
