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Texans eye RB in Round 2 as 2026 mock draft fuels Chiefs, Ravens pass-rush upgrades
sports16 days ago

Texans eye RB in Round 2 as 2026 mock draft fuels Chiefs, Ravens pass-rush upgrades

Chad Reuter's first three-round mock of the 2026 NFL Draft foresees a QB-light class with five quarterbacks but only two first-rounders and none in Round 2, while offensive linemen and wide receivers lead early selections. He projects four first-round trades and four end-of-round compensatory picks. The Texans are slated to address an offensive need with a running back in Round 2, and the Chiefs and Ravens are positioned to boost their pass rush later in the draft.

via NFL.com|
#chiefs#mock-draft#nfl-draft
Patriots ride stout defense to 28-16 divisional playoff win over Texans
sports1 month ago

Patriots ride stout defense to 28-16 divisional playoff win over Texans

In a snowy Gillette Stadium, the Patriots earned a 28-16 win over the Texans in a defensive slugfest, leveraging opportunistic play and solid special-teams work. Drake Maye battled turnover issues but flashed some big passes, while Rhamondre Stevenson powered the ground game and DeMario Douglas, Stefon Diggs, and Kayshon Boutte provided key receiving moments. The defense—featuring Marcus Jones’ pick-six and Carlton Davis’ two INTs—harassed Stroud and limited Houston’s big plays, a combination that propelled New England toward their AFC Championship path.

via Pats Pulpit|
#defense#divisional-round#nfl
Patriots Ride Dominant Defense Into AFC Championship as Maye Faces Playoff Test vs Texans
sports1 month ago

Patriots Ride Dominant Defense Into AFC Championship as Maye Faces Playoff Test vs Texans

The Patriots’ defense again carried the win in the Divisional Round, bottling Houston and allowing just one TD drive across two playoff victories through aggressive early-down pressure, heavy man coverage, and smart disguises. Drake Maye faced a playoff gauntlet against top defenses, showing flashes and some ball-security issues, but the unit’s consistent dominance kept New England on track to face Denver in the AFC Championship.

via New England Patriots|
#divisional-round#drake-maye#nfl
Texans’ Stroud gets backing as Ryans insists QB isn’t the problem
sports1 month ago

Texans’ Stroud gets backing as Ryans insists QB isn’t the problem

After Houston’s 28-16 playoff loss to New England, DeMeco Ryans publicly backed C.J. Stroud, saying the Texans don’t have a quarterback problem and that Stroud is still the franchise quarterback as he continues to grow from a historic rookie season into Year 3; the debate centers on whether Stroud can sustain elite play, even with a strong defense and high expectations set by his 2023 performance.

via Andscape|
#nfl#quarterback#ryans
Texans’ Stroud sets infamous postseason turnover record in a two-game arc
sports1 month ago

Texans’ Stroud sets infamous postseason turnover record in a two-game arc

Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud became the first player to accumulate 5+ interceptions and 5+ fumbles in a single postseason, a six-quarter stretch that included a wild-card win over the Steelers and a rough divisional-round showing against the Patriots; Houston still prevailed in the wild-card game and remains in the hunt for the AFC title versus the Broncos.

via Sports Illustrated|
#cj-stroud#nfl#playoffs
Patriots survive snow, push to AFC Championship with 28-16 win over Texans
sports1 month ago

Patriots survive snow, push to AFC Championship with 28-16 win over Texans

New England defeated Houston 28-16 in the divisional round to advance to the AFC Championship in Denver. Drake Maye threw for 179 yards and three touchdowns but also fumbled multiple times, while the Patriots leaned on a mix of pass rush and timely play on defense. Rhamondre Stevenson led the ground game with 70 rushing yards, and Marcus Jones added a 26-yard interception return for a touchdown as Houston’s CJ Stroud threw four interceptions. The win sets up another postseason step for the Patriots as they chase a spot in the title game.

via Pats Pulpit|
#afc-championship#divisional-round#nfl-playoffs
Patriots ride lockdown defense to playoff win over Texans
sports1 month ago

Patriots ride lockdown defense to playoff win over Texans

In a snow-soaked divisional-round showdown, New England's defense dominated Houston, forcing five turnovers and stifling C.J. Stroud, while Drake Maye and the offense labored; the Patriots pulled ahead with late scores from DeMario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte, plus Marcus Jones' 26-yard pick-6, sealing a 28-16 win that sends New England to the AFC Championship in Denver.

via The Boston Globe|
#defense#nfl#patriots
Patriots Reach AFC Championship After Turnover-Heavy 28-16 Win Over Texans
nfl1 month ago

Patriots Reach AFC Championship After Turnover-Heavy 28-16 Win Over Texans

The New England Patriots defeated the Houston Texans 28-16 in the divisional round to advance to the AFC Championship in Denver. QB Drake Maye coughed up four fumbles (two recovered by NE) while Houston QB C.J. Stroud threw four interceptions, including a Marcus Jones pick-six. Key plays included Boutte’s 32-yard TD in the fourth and Diggs’ early TD, with NE’s defense and running game sealing the victory and keeping the clock running into the final minutes.

via New England Patriots|
#afc-championship#drake-maye#marcus-jones
Patriots rally past Texans to reach AFC Championship against Broncos
sports1 month ago

Patriots rally past Texans to reach AFC Championship against Broncos

New England defeated Houston 28-16 in a snow‑rain Divisional Round, advancing to face the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship. Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes but also fumbled four times (losing two) as New England built a late edge. CJ Stroud struggled, tossing four interceptions (all in the first half) and contributing to a multi-turnover day for Houston. The Patriots’ defense shined, with Carlton Davis III two interceptions and Marcus Jones returning a pick for a TD, while Kayshon Boutte added a one‑handed TD grab late to seal the win. Texans also failed to convert late, turning over on downs with under five minutes left.

via The Guardian|
#afc-championship#nfl#patriots
Pats survive snowy showdown, clinch AFC title game berth
sports1 month ago

Pats survive snowy showdown, clinch AFC title game berth

In a snowy Gillette Stadium, the New England Patriots beat the Houston Texans 28-16 to advance to the AFC Championship. The game featured eight total turnovers, a first-quarter pick-six by Marcus Jones, and a pivotal fourth-quarter 32-yard TD connection from Drake Maye to Kayshon Boutte. New England’s defense pressured Stroud—helped by Carlton Davis’ interceptions—while the offense salted away the clock, sealing the win late.

via Pats Pulpit|
#defense#nfl#patriots