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5 Texans players to watch vs. Chargers in wild-card round

Nico Collins is just of several game-changing players that the Chargers will have keep an eye on this weekend in Houston.

The Chargers and Texans play on Saturday afternoon to open up the 2024 NFL postseason. Barring an upset from the other two games, the winner of this contest will more than likely face the Chiefs next weekend.

The Texans have plenty of talent on both sides of the ball, so here are five specific players to watch on Saturday at NRG Stadium.

WR Nico Collins

Collins has turned into one of the most dynamic wideouts in all of football. With Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell out for the season, all eyes will be on Collins in this one. Not only is he a threat underneath, but he is C.J. Stroud’s favorite deep ball threat as well. If the Chargers want to win this game, limiting Collins should be their No. 1 priority.

TE Dalton Schultz

With some big-time playmakers out, Stroud hasn’t been able to find much of anyone to step up recently. A guy like Schultz will play a crucial role in this contest, as he may be the Texans’ second-best pass catcher now behind Collins. His numbers were slightly down across the board this year, as he had his lowest outputs in catches (53), yards (532), and touchdowns (2) since his 2019 sophomore campaign.

OT Laremy Tunsil

Recently, Tunsil was announced as a Pro Bowler for the fifth time in the last six seasons. He’s evolved into one of the best tackles in all of football, and his matchup against the Chargers pass rush may end up being the deciding factor in this game. The Texans gave up 54 sacks in the regular season, tied for third-most in the league, but Tunsil gave up just two of those.

CB Derek Stingley Jr.

Stingley has taken a massive step forward in 2024, and that has earned him his first career nod to the Pro Bowl. The LSU product regularly guarded opposing offenses’ biggest threats, yet he was still very productive. His five regular season interceptions finished tied-for-fifth in the NFL. It’ll be interesting to see if he travels with Ladd McConkey at all in this one.

S Jalen Pitre

The Texans defense is littered with young playmakers, and Pitre fits that description. Now in his third NFL season, he missed five games this season. It was obvious when he was out of the lineup, as the defense missed his presence. On the season, he finished with 65 total tackles, eight pass deflections, six tackles for loss, an interception, and a forced fumble.

Beyonce shines for Netflix on Christmas Day: Top photos from Ravens win over Texans

Top photos from the Baltimore Ravens 31-2 win over the Houston Texans on Christmas Day in front of Beyonce on Netflix

Some thought Baltimore had peaked too soon after its 24-19 loss to the Eagles, but the Ravens have been 3-0 since then, and they have had a much-needed bye week.

A team unsure about their AFC North status can win the division in Week 18 after an impressive 31-2 win over Houston on Christmas Day in front of Beyonce and a monstrous Netflix audience.

Lamar Jackson was 10-15 passing for 168 yards, two touchdowns, and a 143.9 rating.  As a rusher, Jackson carried the ball four times for 87 yards and a touchdown, moving past Michael Vick on the NFL’s all-time rushing yards list for a quarterback.

With preparation for the Browns set to begin, we’re looking at the top photos from Christmas Night.

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Sights and sounds from first half as Ravens hold a 17-2 lead over Texans on Christmas Day

Sights and sounds from first half as Ravens hold a 17-2 lead over Texans on Christmas Day

The Ravens can smell a division title. After watching the Steelers fall to the Chiefs in the earlier game, Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry have Baltimore rolling through one half in Houston. With Beyonce and Post Malone in the building, the Ravens jumped out to a 17-2 lead on the back of Jackson’s arm, Henry’s strong running, and a stingy defense that improves each week. Baltimore held Houston to 125 yards of total offense in the first half, and if not for a Texans safety, it would have been on its way to blowing out the host team on Netflix. With the second half set to begin and Beyonce’s incredible performance just finished, here are sights and sounds from the first half. ****

Dolphins vs. Texans injury report: Latest updates, news for Thursday

Here’s the injury report from Thursday’s practice as the Houston Texans prepare to take on the Miami Dolphins.

Here are the full injury reports ahead of the Houston Texans and Miami Dolphins’ matchup at NRG Stadium in Week 15

Houston Texans (8-5)

Did not practice

  • DB Jalen Pitre (chest)
  • OL Juice Scruggs (foot)

Limited participation

  • RB Joe Mixon (rest day)
  • OL Kenyon Green (shoulder)
  • DL Foley Fatukasi (foot)
  • LB Christian Harris (calf)
  • LB Jamal Hill (knee)

Full practice

  • WR Xavier Hutchinson (shoulder)
  • DL Denico Autry (knee)

Note: Robert Woods, Laremy Tunsil and Nico Collins were removed from the injured list because of a rest day. 

Miami Dolphins (6-7)

Did not practice

  • OT Terron Armstead (knee)
  • WR Dee Eskridge (knee)
  • OT Kendall Lam (back)
  • DB Jordan Poyer (rest)

Limited participation

  • DL Bradley Chubb (knee)
  • WR Grant DuBose (shoulder)
  • LB Cameron Goode (knee)
  • FB Alec Ingold (ankle)
  • RB Raheem Mostert (hip)
  • WR Jaylen Waddle (hamstring)
  • LB Jordyn Brooks (ribs)

Full practice

  • LS Blake Ferguson (non-football illness)
  • LB Anthony Walker Jr. (hamstring)
  • WR Tyreek Hill (wrist)

Note: defensive lineman Calais Campbell and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. were removed from the injury list after missing Wednesday’s practice due to rest. 

Gimme Him: One player Titans would steal from Texans

The Tennessee Titans have a giant hole on offense making this an easy target to grab off the Houston Texans’ roster.

Coming off another loss, the Tennessee Titans (2-8) will travel to NRG Stadium to take on the Houston Texans in AFC South action. 

That, of course, provides those of us here at Titans Wire the opportunity to hypothetically steal from the Texans’ roster in search of depth and/or talent upgrades. The Titans have talent at multiple positions, but could still use an influx of talent on all levels, and the Texans offer a variety of players that could improve the roster. 

Heading into this Week 12 battle, right tackle is the most glaring need on the roster. Sure, some will say quarterback or dynamic edge rusher, and others possibly tight end or receiver, but the hole at right tackle is a huge problem that has a ripple effect for the entire offense. The Texans have options at almost all of those positions, thus making this exercise the most interesting of the season.

With Will Levis still truly an unknown quantity at this point, quarterback C.J. Stroud would be a solid pick-up. However, his sophomore campaign has not been quite as dynamic as his rookie season and there are some questions. Especially considering most of his struggles are tied to injuries to the players around him. While bringing him onto the Titans would make sense, it is likely his struggles would continue, so this week it’s a pass. 

Wide receiver Nico Collins,  defensive ends Will Anderson Jr and Daneille Hunter, and tight end Dalton Schultz  are also potential targets, but one player on their roster could make a larger impact: offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil. 

Tunsil is arguably the best offensive tackle in the league and would instantly upgrade the entire offensive line. Plus, being in the middle of a three-year, $75 million contract, the former first-round selection of the Miami Dolphins would be in Nashville through the 2025 season. His addition would allow the Titans to slide 2024 first-round selection JC Latham to his more natural right tackle position and give the team bookends to an already solid interior. 

What are your thoughts, Titans fans? Would you pick Laremy Tunsil or steal an entirely different player from the Houston Texans?

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Injury updates for several Texans players following win over Patriots

The Houston Texans saw three players leave Sunday’s win with injuries.

While the Houston Texans secured a 41-21 victory over the New England Patriots, they could be without several players entering Week 7.

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that both offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil (ankle) and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (knee) left Sunday’s game with injuries.

“Yeah, Azeez is getting evaluated with a knee,” Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said. “He tried to come back, but we’ll see how he progresses throughout the week.”

Signed to a three-year deal this offseason, Al-Shaair serves as the voice of Houston’s defense. He finished with three tackles and forced a fumble before being replaced by special teams star Neville Hewitt.

The Texans love Hewitt for his tackling ability, so he could become the new starter if Al-Shaair remains sidelined for long. Houston could also elevate Christian Harris off the injured reserve should the team feel he’s ready to return.

Tunsil left after reaggravating an ankle injury during the third quarter. Houston held a commanding lead, so the team turned to rookie Blake Fisher rather than push forward with the four-time Pro Bowler.

Tunsil’s injury is not regarded as serious and hasn’t been all season. The Texans will continue to monitor it throughout the week before the team departs for Green Bay.

Linebacker Henry To’oTo’o, who entered Sunday’s game as the team’s leading tackler, suffered a head injury late in the fourth quarter and now enters the NFL concussion protocol.

To’oTo’o is already serving as Harris’ replacement as the full-time starter, meaning Houston might have to turn to another special teams standout in Del’Shawn Phillips or potentially rookie Jamal Hill.

Kickoff next week at Lambeau Field is scheduled for noon CT.

Texans receive update on OT Laremy Tunsil’s status vs. Patriots

Laremy Tunsil’s day could be over for the Houston Texans entering the fourth quarter.

Laremy Tunsil’s day might be over.

The Houston Texans are listing Tunsil as questionable for the remainder of Sunday’s matchup against the New England Patriots. Rookie Blake Fisher will take over in his place.

A four-time Pro Bowler, Tunsil has been dealing with an ankle injury since Week 4’s win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. After C.J. Stroud completed a pass to Stefon Diggs, Tunsil remained on the ground and needed to be looked at by trainers.

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Tunsil walked off gingerly and headed to the bench. Given the fact that Houston currently is leading by three scores entering the fourth quarter, Tunsil might be shut down with several other starters in preparation for next week’s matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

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It’s not over yet, but Houston is on the verge of its best start in over a decade. At 5-1, Sunday’s win would be just the second time in franchise history that the Texans started with five wins.

The only other team to start out as well was the AFC South champions of 2012, who started 11-1 before finishing 12-4.

Texans receive positive update on Pro Bowl OT Laremy Tunsil’s status for Week 5

Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil is trending upward heading into Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills.

Laremy Tunsil is looking “good to go” for the Houston Texans this Sunday against the Buffalo Bills.

The four-time Pro Bowl left tackle returned to practice after dealing with an ankle injury on Wednesday. He was a full participant and should be ready for the battle between a pair of 3-1 franchises at NRG Stadium.

Tunsil left the Jaguars game in the second quarter and was looked at by multiple trainers on the bench and in the medical blue tent. He returned to the game to start the third quarter.

When asked about his status for Sunday, Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said Wednesday that Tunsil would be considered “day to day.”

Tunsil has struggled to avoid the yellow flag through four games entering October. He leads all players with 11 penalties, including six false starts.

But Tunsil has been essential in the growth of quarterback C.J. Stroud in Year 2, especially in pass protection. In over 200 snaps, he’s allowed just two sacks and four pressures, which ranks 13th-best in the league.

Dealing with lower-body injuries is normal for Tunsil, who underwent a knee scope earlier this offseason and missed a majority of training camp.

A healthy Tunsil could benefit Houston by keeping Stroud upright against the Bills’ front seven, which enters Sunday 12th in sacks. Buffalo also has struggled to attack the run, allowing 5.7 yards per attempt. In Sunday’s loss to the Ravens, the Bills allowed nearly 200 rushing yards to Pro Bowl running back Derrick Henry.

Kickoff at NRG Stadium is scheduled for noon CT.

Watch: Texans QB C.J. Stroud finds Nico Collins for TD vs. Jaguars

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud found his top target Nico Collins to go-ahead for the first time against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Despite injuries and penalties throughout, the Houston Texans’ third drive ended in a touchdown.

Quarterback C.J. Stroud found receiver Nico Collins on third-and-goal pass ahead of the Jacksonville Jaguars, 14-10.

The Texans enter the third quarter up 17-13.

Houston went into an empty set after running back Dare Ogunbowale motioned out of the backfield outside of Collins, who was matched up one-on-one with Jaguars safety Andre Cisco.

Stroud diagnosed the mismatch and connected with the league’s receiving yards leader for the go-ahead score.

The Texans needed 12 plays to march 74 yards for the score, taking over seven minutes off the clock. Houston overcame a pair of penalties, but also benefited from a Jaguars foul that provided the Texans with an automatic first down in the red zone.

Houston watched as left tackle Laremy Tunsil left the game with an ankle injury, Rookie tackle Blake Fisher filled in his spot for the remainder of the drive.

Receiver Stefon Diggs also left with an injury, but remained on the sideline.

Stroud finished the first half 15-for-20 with 218 yards and a touchdown, continuing his strong play against the Jaguars in his young career.

Collins has been the top target, hauling in five passes for 50 yards and a touchdown.

 Laremy Tunsil’s penalties remain major issue for Texans entering Week 4

Houston Texans Pro Bowl tackle Laremy Tunsil currently leads all offensive linemen with 10 penalties through three games, including six false starts.

Laremy Tunsil is a Pro Bowl offensive tackle. His numbers in pass protection since joining the Houston Texans in 2019 would back up that statement.

But Tunsil is also an All-Pro in totaling penalties. It’s not just a 2024 problem, but rather one that’s lingered over the past several years at NRG Stadium.

Sunday, however, might have been an all-time low.

In the Texans’ 34-7 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, 11 penalties were called, including eight on the offensive line. Five were flagged against Tunsil, including three false starts. Two came on a crucial drive before halftime that knocked Houston out of field goal range.

“We go to the drawing board, and we fix it,” Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday. “We have to line up right up, which I know we can do. We have to line up right and we have to protect as best we can up front.

“We have to swarm up front, and we have to get the guys blocked.”

Tunsil, a four-time Pro Bowler with the Texans, admitted there was a disconnect in how the games are being officiated with multiple inconsistencies.

That doesn’t change the fact that he leads the NFL in penalties and false starts with six. Last season, he led the NFL with false start penalties, too.

“I want people to understand that, the whole entire offense, it’s all of us,” Tunsil told KPRC 2 Sports’ Aaron Wilson. “We all have to be on the same accord and be on the same communication. It’s crazy. I’ll take the accountability because they’re calling my name, but it takes all of us. If people don’t understand that, it’s cool, though.”

Brian Flores, who right now seems like the front-runner to land a head coaching job again in 2024, cooked up a defensive bout that kept San Francisco’s offense at bay. It was more of the same with Bobby Slowik’s personnel heading to U.S. Bank Stadium.

The difference? Penalties. San Francisco committed four penalties and lost by six.

Tunsil’s five, plus the six others among five players, led to an 88-yard differential and a 27-point loss.

When the Texans are humming on offense, they’re a juggernaut that has no end in sight. When they stall, results like Sunday occur.

Fans are frustrated with Tunsil’s performance. They should be. He’s been the one constant of the roster during a four-year rebuild, but he’s also remained a constant in drawing penalties.

The season is far from lost. Houston can respond Sunday in a divisional matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, but it starts with protection up front.

Maybe the crowd noise won’t be a factor for the false starts? Then again, people have said this for years.