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Cushing goes under knife to get ready for season
Inside linebacker Brian Cushing underwent surgery three times after the season to help him get ready for his seventh season with the Texans. Not only did Cushing undergo surgery to repair a broken right wrist, but he also had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and left ankle. “Left ankle, left knee — the same […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 27, 2015
Photos: Notable names available ahead of the NFL free-agency period
The NFL’s free-agency period just around the corner, and teams have already been busy shedding costly contracts to free up salary-cap space. Just this past week saw several big names released, including four members of the 2006 first-round draft class in Reggie Bush (Detroit Lions), A.J. Hawk (Green Bay Packers), DeAngelo Williams (Carolina Panthers) and […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 27, 2015
Are major changes in store for NFL Combine?
The 40-yard dash is a staple in football, but could it be on the way out at the NFL Combine? Speaking at the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference on Friday, NFL director of player development Matt Birk questioned the purpose of running the 40. “That’s a project we’ll be working on this offseason,” Birk told ESPN.com. […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 27, 2015
Vince Young taking one more shot at NFL?
Is Vince Young going to take one more shot at the NFL? He has registered for the league’s new veteran combine set for March 22 in Arizona. One interesting player taking part in the veteran combine on March 22 in AZ? Vince Young. He’s registered. One more shot. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 27, 2015 […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 26, 2015
Astrodome won’t be an issue for NFL come time for Super Bowl LI in 2017
As far as the NFL is concerned, the Astrodome won’t be an issue for Super Bowl LI that will be played at NRG Stadium in February of 2017. Although what to do with the Astrodome is a hot-button issue with the Texans, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett, it’s […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 26, 2015
Wi-Fi leads list of upgrades needed at NRG Stadium prior to Super Bowl in 2017
Before Houston hosts Super Bowl LI, NRG Stadium needs upgrades, including Wi-Fi installation and improvements to suites and club seats, according to Peter O’Reilly, the NFL’s Senior Vice President of Events. O’Reilly on Thursday said the improvements should be paid for by Harris County. Wi-Fi was guaranteed in the Houston’s Super Bowl bid that was […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 25, 2015
Texans’ David Quessenberry says he’s in remission
Texans offensive lineman David Quessenberry said Wednesday he is in remission, on a 30-month maintenance program, is working out and hoping to rejoin the team. Quessenberry was diagnosed with lymphoma in June and underwent treatment at MD Anderson. He said he has completed his radiation treatments. “It feels amazing,” Quessenberry said during an appearance Wednesday […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 25, 2015
Ryan Mallett says he wants to stay in Houston
During an appearance with teammates at Texas Children’s Hospital on Wednesday, quarterback Ryan Mallett made it clear that he’s hoping to sign a new contract that will keep him in Houston. “I’d like to come back,” Mallett said. “Hopefully, we can get something worked out.” Unless the Texans sign Mallett to a new contract, he […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 25, 2015
Ex-Texan Jacoby Jones cut loose
The Baltimore Raves have cut receiver Jacoby Jones, who played a key role in their Super Bowl triumph two years ago. Jones, who began his career with the Texans, seemingly confirmed his release on Twitter. #RavensNation it’s been real….. #luv — Jacoby jones (@TheRealJacoby12) February 25, 2015 “We thank Jacoby for what he did […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 24, 2015
When it comes to analytics, Texans aren’t at the fore
ESPN has unveiled its “great analytics rankings” and unlike their Houston pro sports brethren, the Texans do no appear to be believers. Houston was placed in the “skeptics” category with 11 other teams — six of whom made the playoffs in 2014. Here’s what ESPN had to say about the Texans’ use of analytics: The […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 23, 2015
The biggest standouts from this year’s NFL Combine
The NFL scouting combine lacked big names this year and didn’t have any of the buzz of 2014, when Johnny Manziel, Jadeveon Clowney and Michael Sam were testing their talents on live TV and the Texans held the No. 1 overall pick. But Jameis Winston shined, the 2015 draft is deep at skill positions (running […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 23, 2015
NFL QBs failing to make transition from college spread to pro system
The story is an old one. A quarterback ascends during college, setting records and collecting victories, then flat-lines and fades in the pros. The story is truer and more meaningful than ever in 2015. While amateur offenses spread out farther and roll off points faster than in the past, professional franchise quarterbacks can’t be found. […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 22, 2015
The Sports Update: John McClain, Brian T. Smith on Texans’ options in draft
The interview process is complete at the NFL Combine, and one thing is for sure: the Texans have plenty of needs – and options – with the No. 16 pick in the draft.
Houston Chronicle Feb 22, 2015
Texans WR Deandre Hopkins undergoes offseason wrist surgery
If you wondered why Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins was a virtual no-show in the 2014 season finale, there was a pretty good reason, albeit one that remained a mystery until nearly two months later. In an interview with KILT over the weekend, Hopkins revealed he had offseason surgery to repair a torn ligament in […]
Houston Chronicle Feb 21, 2015
The Sports Update: John McClain, Brian T. Smith on QBs entering NFL draft
INDIANAPOLIS — Chronicle Texans beat writers John McClain and Brian T. Smith discuss the 2015 NFL draft quarterback prospects
