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Houston Texans players Will Anderson Jr., Derek Stingley Jr., and Danielle Hunter received prestigious All-Pro honors, with Anderson and Stingley earning first-team honors and Hunter second-team, marking significant achievements in team history.
Houston Texans players Azeez Al-Shaair, Will Anderson Jr., Nico Collins, and Derek Stingley Jr. were selected for the 2026 Pro Bowl, with Anderson, Collins, and Stingley as starters. The event will be televised from the Moscone Center on ESPN on February 3, 2026.
Will Anderson, Jr., the 2023 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, is inactive for the second consecutive week due to an injury sustained against the Jets. He leads the Texans with 7.5 sacks and 11 tackles for loss this season. Rookie cornerback Kamari Lassiter and defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi are also inactive for the Texans' Monday night game against the Dallas Cowboys. The team has added cornerback Jeff Okudah to the roster and welcomed back defensive tackle Mario Edwards, Jr. after a suspension.
The Houston Texans will be without key players Will Anderson Jr., Nico Collins, and Dameon Pierce for their Week 10 game against the Detroit Lions due to injuries. Anderson is sidelined with an ankle injury, while Collins, recently designated for return from injured reserve, will not play. Pierce is out with a groin injury.
Houston Texans rookie defensive end Will Anderson Jr. had an impressive performance in the team's victory over the Denver Broncos, recording five tackles, two sacks, two tackles for loss, four quarterback hits, and one pass defended. Anderson's stat line is only the second time a rookie has achieved those numbers in each category in a single game since 2006, with the first being J.J. Watt. Anderson's teammates and coaches praise his exceptional skills and work ethic, and he is seen as a potential candidate for NFL Defensive Player of the Year. The Texans, led by their rookie contributors, are making a turnaround this season and are in contention for a playoff spot in the AFC South.
The Houston Texans' win against the Arizona Cardinals highlights the team's improvement under head coach DeMeco Ryans in the 2023 season. The Texans traded up with the Cardinals in the NFL Draft to select edge rusher Will Anderson Jr., who played a crucial role in sealing the victory. Despite rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud throwing three interceptions, the Texans' defense held the Cardinals scoreless on each turnover-gifted possession. Stroud's record-setting rookie year and the team's ability to win close games indicate their progress and potential to compete for first place in the AFC South.
Houston Texans' rookie pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. impressed coach DeMeco Ryans with his disruptive play against the Miami Dolphins in a preseason game, showcasing his ability to disrupt the offense and make impactful plays. Ryans praised Anderson's performance and highlighted his potential alongside fellow rookie C.J. Stroud as a key long-term nucleus for the Texans.
The Houston Texans made a costly move to draft both pass-rusher Will Anderson Jr. and quarterback C.J. Stroud in the 2023 NFL draft. The Texans traded a massive collection of draft capital to the Arizona Cardinals for the No. 3 pick to select Anderson and then picked Stroud at No. 2. The Texans had been torn between the two players, but ultimately decided to go for both. The move has been criticized as one of the biggest overpayments of all time, but the Texans defended it as a necessary cost for drafting a quarterback.
The Houston Texans made a big splash in the 2023 NFL Draft by getting two top-five picks, including quarterback C.J. Stroud and pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. However, they may have made a huge mistake by trading away valuable draft assets to move up to the No. 3 pick. With a lack of top-end talent and questionable free agent signings, the Texans may struggle to improve significantly this season, potentially missing out on a chance to draft top talent in 2024. While they got two excellent players, they may have passed up a chance to become elite in the process.
The Houston Texans traded up to the No. 3 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft to select Alabama pass-rusher Will Anderson Jr. in a blockbuster trade with the Arizona Cardinals. The Texans had already selected Ohio State's C.J. Stroud with the No. 2 overall pick. The trade cost Houston the No. 12 overall pick, the No. 33 overall pick, Houston's 2024 first-round pick, and a 2024 third-rounder, but made them just the third team in the Common Draft Era to have two picks inside the top three. Both Stroud and Anderson are expected to be key players for the Texans in the future.
The Houston Texans surprised many by selecting Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud and Alabama pass rusher Will Anderson Jr. with their back-to-back first-round picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. Stroud was shocked when he saw the Texans had traded up to select Anderson, while Anderson was thrilled to be wanted so badly by the team. The two players, who had developed a friendship during the draft process, are already looking forward to working together to help turn things around for the Texans.
The Houston Texans made aggressive moves during the NFL Draft first round by selecting quarterback C.J. Stroud and edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. The Texans traded up from No. 12 to No. 3 to select Anderson, surrendering their 2024 first- and third-round draft picks and their 33rd pick this weekend for the 105th. General manager Nick Caserio acknowledged the steep price but was focused more on the talent he acquired than the cost he exchanged. The Texans are trying to win now and establish a culture-setting process with their new players.
The Houston Texans selected Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud and traded up to grab Alabama LB Will Anderson Jr. in the 2023 NFL Draft. Texans General Manager Nick Caserio said the trade talks began to heat up once Arizona was on the clock with the third overall pick. With 10 draft picks remaining, the Texans won't be on the clock again until the third round on Friday.
The Carolina Panthers have selected University of Alabama quarterback Bryce Young with the first pick of the NFL Draft. Young becomes the first ever Crimson Tide player to go first overall in the modern NFL Draft era. The Houston Texans picked quarterback C.J. Stroud of Ohio State University with the second pick, while the Texans traded for the third pick and chose Young’s teammate, linebacker Will Anderson Jr. Rounds 2 and 3 of the draft will take place Friday, with rounds 4-7 on Saturday.
The Houston Texans have acquired the third overall pick from the Arizona Cardinals and selected Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. with the pick. The Texans gave up picks No. 12, No. 33, a 2024 first-round pick, and a 2024 third-round pick to move up. Anderson is seen as one of the top defenders in the draft and is likely to have a significant role in the Texans' defense right away. The Cardinals will wait to see what options are available at No. 12.