Houston's defense was one of best in league and nearly carried Texans to AFC title game. A look at what's ahead.

HOUSTON (AP) — Asked how he’d describe Houston’s pass rush to someone who hasn’t seen the Texans play before, coach DeMeco Ryans took a few seconds before landing on an answer. “It’s like four Tasmanian devils just wrecking everything that’s in front of them.

C.J. Stroud's historically poor postseason has forced Houston to confront an uncomfortable reality: the Texans still have no real alternative as his looming mega-extension draws closer.

Life is sweeter for Houston Texans fans this weekend as select donut shops celebrate the team's playoff run with special treats.

Houston (12-5) at Pittsburgh (10-7) Monday, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN/ABC. BetMGM NFL odds: Texans by 3 1/2. Against the spread: Texans 9-8; Steelers 8-8-1. Series record: Steelers lead 8-5. Last meeting: Texans beat Steelers 30-6 on Oct.

A veteran running back for the Houston Cougars is taking the next step in his football career.

Here we'll try to look at and discuss Texans’ 3-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after brutal playoff loss.