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Yesterday’s NFL game of the Kansas City Chiefs versus the Chicago Bears soon became the most talked about game of the weekend, thanks to one certain special guess: Taylor Swift.

3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

This was no ordinary officiating crew or occasion in Detroit on Sept. 21.

Big Game Coverage Scores and Schedules: Week 4 (Sept. 14 - 16)

3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Watch Derrick and Tessa play 3 different football-themed games, while trying to take home our new HL trophy!

The promotion will run for 12 other games this season, but not for occasions where the Packers and Jets are playing at the same time.

Big Game Coverage Scores and Schedules: Week 2 (Aug. 31 - Sept. 2, 2023)

3 key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Big Game Coverage Scores and Schedules: Week 2 (Aug. 31 - Sept. 2, 2023)

Big Game Coverage Scores and Schedules: Week 2 (Aug. 31 - Sept. 2, 2023)

This time of the year means high school football. Even if it doesn’t feel like football weather, in most cases the games go on.

Big Game Coverage Scores and Schedules: Week 1 (Aug. 24 - 26, 2023)

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Here are some key dates and information to know as the prep football season is set to kick off.

The Houston Texans look to kick off training camp this Wednesday, July 26, with the first open practice being on Friday, July 28.

The Houston Texans announced its themes for each home game of the 2023 Season.

KeSean Carter took off out of his stance Friday afternoon, sprinting across the finish line as multiple XFL scouts and coaches took in the scene.

Former Texans safety earned Super Bowl ring first season in Kansas City

The Texans are getting ready for a big event. Find out how you can kick off the season with them.

Super Bowl Champion and potential future hall of famer Mike Evans hosted his youth football camp for the third year, at his alma mater Galveston Ball High School.

Stream the Houston ISD Alumni Games in the KPRC 2+ app on May 20

Oncoming defenders on the football field and outfield walls on the baseball field couldn’t stop Bo Jackson, but the two-sport sensation has finally met his match: hiccups.

The XFL team is heading to the playoffs with a big matchup tomorrow against the Arlington renegades.

Bijan Robinson is expected to go high in the first round despite being a running back. He spoke one on one with KPRC 2 sports anchor Ari Alexander, who covered Robinson during his high school career in Tucson.

For many years now, it has seemed like the biggest source of debate for fans of the NFL Draft revolved around what happened during the draft itself.

After months of debate, we’ll finally see what general manager Nick Caserio decides to do on Thursday.

Former NFL defensive lineman Chris Smith has died at 31, his rep confirmed.

On day two of the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, the Houston Texans again were well represented.

KPRC 2 Sports confirmed that John Kay is stepping down as head coach at North Shore and will begin his college coaching career at Rice University where he will be the new linebackers coach for the Owls program under Head Coach Mike Bloomgren.

It’s that time of the year again as NFL teams begin the process of stockpiling talent for the future.

Hey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with the Texans newsletter as the team gets ready to scout in the combine in Indianapolis. It’s pretty clear what position they’ll go with at the #2 pick, so we’ll discuss the top four quarterbacks and what each could bring to the Texas as well as drawbacks.

The American Athletic Conference has released its 2023 football schedule that includes the league’s six incoming teams.

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As is the case each year, some prop bets are odder than others.

Some people watch the Super Bowl for only the football, some watch it for only the commercials and some watch it only for the half time show.

JJ Watt may look like he’s enjoying his retirement from the NFL, but his latest tweet may possibly drop a hint.

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This is the first time they’ll play each other in a Super Bowl.

Many observers felt current Fox lead analyst Greg Olsen had a brilliant performance breaking down San Francisco’s 19-12 win over Dallas.

The search for the next Houston Texans coach is heating up, and JJ Watt tweeted his support for one candidate: DeMeco Ryans.

The cities are listed in order of least likely to most likely.

The harrowing on-field collapse of Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin has forced some fans to confront a truth they’ve always known but hated to think about: Football, a game with violence in its DNA, can go from exciting and joyous to dark and tragic in a flash.

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is in a hospital intensive care unit in critical condition, in the fight of his life after a scary collision and cardiac arrest he suffered Monday night.

As the NFL community and fans around the world wait for more word on Hamlin’s status, it was a chilling reminder that it isn’t the only time a sudden heart problem has plagued a player during a game.

Instead of another competitive outing, the Texans nosedived Sunday against the streaking Jacksonville Jaguars.

Messages began to pour through social media channels after former Texans star and current Arizona Cardinals DE JJ Watt announced he will retire after this season.

Hello, this is KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy checking in with this week’s Houston Texans newsletter.

While Leach may have passed away, his witty commentary will live on forever.

On Wednesday, the XFL announced it has selected Under Armour as its Official Uniform Partner.

As dire as the Texans’ quarterback situation has become, with a lot of uncertainty at the most important position in the game, that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re going to make a desperate move.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this past weekend -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

University of Houston Football makes its 30th bowl appearance all-time when the Cougars face off against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns in the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl at 2 p.m., CT on Friday, Dec. 23, from Independence Stadium in Shreveport, Louisiana.

The matchup Sunday will mark Watson’s first appearance in a regular-season game since the 2020 season.

The Texans have agreed to terms on a one-year extension with veteran linebacker and special-teams standout Blake Cashman, according to league sources

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this past weekend -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Texans coach Lovie Smith was noncommittal Monday on having Davis Mills remain the starting quarterback and foreshadowed potential change at the position one day after indicating the former third-round draft pick from Stanford wasn’t being replaced.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this past weekend -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce plunged into the line of scrimmage, a path that brought him directly into the grasp of massive Washington Commanders rookie defensive tackle John Ridgeway.

Studying his playbook on his iPad at his locker, greeting new teammates, and reviewing multiple restaurant recommendations via text messages from J.J. Watt and DeAndre Hopkins, Eno Benjamin is learning on the fly during his first few days with the Texans.

The fine line between risk versus reward is one that Texans quarterback Davis Mills needs to walk more carefully.

The Texans have a new running back on their 53-man roster.

Jordan Akins took off on a well-designed tight-end screen, following key blocks downfield from Laremy Tunsil, Scott Quessenberry and Brandin Cooks.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this past weekend -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Texans quarterback Davis Mills already knows what’s coming Sunday, and he’s bracing for an onslaught of blitzes from every conceivable angle, variety and direction.

In a nod of respect toward his friend, Dusty Baker, and the world champion Astros, Texans coach Lovie Smith saluted the veteran manager on earning his first World Series title.

The Texans signed defensive tackle Brandin Bryant to the practice squad and released defensive end Derick Roberson from the practice squad.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this past weekend -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Davis Mills had found a strong rhythm Thursday night despite the absence of his top wide receivers.

The Texans are signing veteran defensive end Demone Harris to the practice squad, according to a league source.

Texans veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks’ unresolved dispute with the team could end as soon as Friday, according to coach Lovie Smith.

The Texans are officially activating rookie tight end Teagan Quitoriano from injured reserve-designated for return, per a league source, and he is slated to play in his first NFL regular-season game Thursday night against the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles.

Jaleel Johnson busted into the Tennessee Titans' backfield Sunday afternoon, sacking rookie quarterback Maliek Willis.

It was an extremely tough assignment for Texans rookie defensive tackles Thomas Booker and Kurt Hinish.

School leaders are offering more money and paid training for potential bus drivers. Some routes still go unserved.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this weekend.

A Fort Bend Independent School District student-athlete is sharing his story and inspiring others to never give up on their dreams.

Former Texas A&M linebacker Buddy Johnson visited the Texans on Wednesday, according to a league source.

Veteran linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill is being cut by the Texans at his request, according to a league source.

Davis Mills rolled to his left, creating a passing lane before firing a strike to his intended target: Texans wide receiver Phillip Dorsett.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this weekend.

Lovie Smith reflected in greater detail on former executive vice president of football operations Jack Easterby, characterizing the parting of ways as a divorce.

The Texans signed former Detroit Lions safety C.J. Moore to their practice squad following a successful workout.

The Texans have promoted veteran tight end Jordan Akins to the 53-man roster from the practice squad, according to his agents, David Canter and Ness Mugrabi.

Elevating over Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Tyson Campbell, Nico Collins exploited the size mismatch with his superior leaping ability to deliver an acrobatic sideline catch.

Garret Wallow adeptly read the play, sprinting untouched into the Jacksonville Jaguars’ backfield to tackle running back Travis Etienne Jr. for a loss.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene.

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In honor of the late Bob McNair, the owner of the Texans who died in 2018, the franchise is holding its third annual Founder’s Day to commemorate his legacy.

In honor of the late Bob McNair, the owner of the Texans who died in 2018, the franchise is holding its third annual Founder’s Day to commemorate his legacy.

Texans rookie cornerback Derek Stingley Jr., the third overall pick of the draft, isn't practicing Wednesday and has a brace on his left arm.

On Sept. 23, Wewoka High School’s football team was about to forfeit a game due to a lack of players when it asked a couple of senior girls at the school if they would suit up to give the team enough players.

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

Instead of unraveling late in the game during another epic collapse, as they have already done three times this season, the winless Texans’ latest defeat took a different path toward an identical outcome.

Standing inside the Texans’ locker room, rookie cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. displayed no signs of discomfort after briefly leaving the game in pain and having his left arm examined by team medical staff.

Texans starting tight end Pharaoh Brown is out against the Los Angeles Chargers due to hip and shoulder injuries.