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How Texans’ players-only meetings give platform for different voices, ‘seeing things from a different lens’
Read full article: How Texans’ players-only meetings give platform for different voices, ‘seeing things from a different lens’Texans linebacker, team captain reflects on importance of players-only meetings
‘I’m happy, I’m overwhelmed,’ how Texans’ Dameon Pierce handled injury process for most explosive touchdown in a year
Read full article: ‘I’m happy, I’m overwhelmed,’ how Texans’ Dameon Pierce handled injury process for most explosive touchdown in a yearTexans running back rushes for touchdown in first game back from strained hamstring
Texans running back Dameon Pierce ‘looks good in practice,’ expected to return Sunday after four-game hamstring injury
Read full article: Texans running back Dameon Pierce ‘looks good in practice,’ expected to return Sunday after four-game hamstring injuryRunning back set to return Sunday against Patriots
In a frustrating season, in a losing cause, Texans’ Dameon Pierce breaks loose for 98-yard kickoff return for a score
Read full article: In a frustrating season, in a losing cause, Texans’ Dameon Pierce breaks loose for 98-yard kickoff return for a scoreTexans running back returns kickoff for a touchdown.
Cooper has franchise-record 265 yards receiving to lead Browns to 36-22 win over Texans
Read full article: Cooper has franchise-record 265 yards receiving to lead Browns to 36-22 win over TexansAmari Cooper set a franchise record with 265 yards receiving and scored two touchdowns and a 2-point conversion to move the Cleveland Browns closer to a playoff berth with a 36-22 win over the Houston Texans.
LIVE: Texans’ DeMeco Ryans speaks after Sunday’s win against the Denver Broncos
Read full article: LIVE: Texans’ DeMeco Ryans speaks after Sunday’s win against the Denver BroncosHouston Texans rookie receiver Tank Dell will miss the rest of the season after breaking his left fibula against the Denver Broncos.
Texans’ Dameon Pierce full-go all week as Jimmie Ward, Noah Brown remain sidelined
Read full article: Texans’ Dameon Pierce full-go all week as Jimmie Ward, Noah Brown remain sidelinedTexans running back Dameon Pierce, a Pro Bowl alternate as a rookie last season, looks primed to return after missing the past three games with an ankle injury.
Dameon Pierce confident in Texans’ running game outlook ‘so close,’ while adapting to new offense, committee approach
Read full article: Dameon Pierce confident in Texans’ running game outlook ‘so close,’ while adapting to new offense, committee approachTexans running back confident running game will improve
Tough sledding: Texans hit the wall in running game, red zone, third downs in Atlanta: ‘We’re very close’
Read full article: Tough sledding: Texans hit the wall in running game, red zone, third downs in Atlanta: ‘We’re very close’Texans went 1 for 3 in red zone, went 4 for 13 in red zone and rushed for just 64 yards on 23 carries
Dameon Pierce on reviving Texans dormant run game: ‘Starts with our mentality, be deliberate, we’ve made great strides’
Read full article: Dameon Pierce on reviving Texans dormant run game: ‘Starts with our mentality, be deliberate, we’ve made great strides’Texans running game stonewalled against Ravens
How Texans rookie C.J. Stroud’s respectable performance made teammates ‘proud of him,’ what it means for big picture
Read full article: How Texans rookie C.J. Stroud’s respectable performance made teammates ‘proud of him,’ what it means for big pictureTexans lose on road to Ravens as rookie quarterback makes solid debut
Texans’ Dameon Pierce reflects on growth, key matchup with Ravens’ Roquan Smith, Patrick Queen: ‘Not thinking as much’
Read full article: Texans’ Dameon Pierce reflects on growth, key matchup with Ravens’ Roquan Smith, Patrick Queen: ‘Not thinking as much’Texans running back eyes Pro Bowl, 1,000 rushing yards in second NFL season
How a lean Dameon Pierce shed ‘baby fat,’ ‘loves my fit’ in Texans offense, eyes 1,000 yard season and views RB market
Read full article: How a lean Dameon Pierce shed ‘baby fat,’ ‘loves my fit’ in Texans offense, eyes 1,000 yard season and views RB marketTexans running back looking for big second NFL season.
Houston Texans sign OL Laremy Tunsil to 3-year $75M contract extension
Read full article: Houston Texans sign OL Laremy Tunsil to 3-year $75M contract extensionThe Houston Texans have signed eight-year veteran OL Laremy Tunsil to a three-year $75 million contract extension, the team announced on Tuesday afternoon.
Jimmy Garoppolo? Bijan Robinson? Inside potential next steps for the Texans
Read full article: Jimmy Garoppolo? Bijan Robinson? Inside potential next steps for the TexansHey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with the Houston Texans who are preparing for the NFL Draft now that the scouting combine is finished. The Texans will have to be wary of what the Bears do with the No. 1 pick, but are likely to find a strong QB somewhere.
Inaugural Boots For Troops softball game set for Friday night, cause embraced by Texans’ Dameon Pierce
Read full article: Inaugural Boots For Troops softball game set for Friday night, cause embraced by Texans’ Dameon PierceBoots For Troops, a charity that benefits military veterans, is holding an inaugural charity softball game Friday night in Tomball at Premiere Baseball of Texas.
NFL’s Angriest Run of the Year winner: Texans Pro Bowl alternate running back Dameon Pierce
Read full article: NFL’s Angriest Run of the Year winner: Texans Pro Bowl alternate running back Dameon PierceDameon Pierce busted through tackles as a rookie and displayed breakaway speed as the Texans featured running back.
Dameon Pierce on new Texans coach DeMeco Ryans: ‘Being fast and physical, having fun and winning ball games I think coach Ryans exemplifies that’
Read full article: Dameon Pierce on new Texans coach DeMeco Ryans: ‘Being fast and physical, having fun and winning ball games I think coach Ryans exemplifies that’Dameon Pierce busted through tackles as a rookie and displayed breakaway speed as the Texans featured running back.
DeMeco Ryans on Texans running back Dameon Pierce: ‘That’s the type of style I want to play, offensively and defensively’
Read full article: DeMeco Ryans on Texans running back Dameon Pierce: ‘That’s the type of style I want to play, offensively and defensively’Dameon Pierce’s epic tackle-breaking run against the Jacksonville Jaguars was one of the angriest of the season as he punished defenders with his downhill style.
Texans Pro Bowl alternate Dameon Pierce making smooth recovery from sprained ankle after impressive rookie season: ‘I’m dang proud of what I’ve been doing, I can be a top 10 running back in this leagu
Read full article: Texans Pro Bowl alternate Dameon Pierce making smooth recovery from sprained ankle after impressive rookie season: ‘I’m dang proud of what I’ve been doing, I can be a top 10 running back in this leaguDameon Pierce thrived as an NFL rookie as an instant hit and emerged as the most dangerous weapon on the offense and arguably the top player on the team besides Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil.
Texans rookies Dameon Pierce, Derek Stingley Jr. showed Lovie Smith all he hoped for before injuries halted their season
Read full article: Texans rookies Dameon Pierce, Derek Stingley Jr. showed Lovie Smith all he hoped for before injuries halted their seasonDameon Pierce established his punishing, dynamic running style, and his status as the top rookie running back despite being drafted in the fourth round.
Sources: Texans running back Dameon Pierce suffered high ankle sprain, may sideline him 1-2 games
Read full article: Sources: Texans running back Dameon Pierce suffered high ankle sprain, may sideline him 1-2 gamesTexans standout rookie running back Dameon Pierce suffered a relatively mild high-ankle sprain Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys that is regarded as likely to sideline him for at least one game, according to league sources.
Texans standout running back Dameon Pierce injures ankle, to undergo MRI
Read full article: Texans standout running back Dameon Pierce injures ankle, to undergo MRITexans standout rookie running back Dameon Pierce jammed his cleat into the ground at AT&T Stadium as he limped off the field Sunday after being attended to by trainers and team medical officials.
Dameon Pierce determined to revive Texans’ dormant running game: ‘It’s instrumental to our offense’
Read full article: Dameon Pierce determined to revive Texans’ dormant running game: ‘It’s instrumental to our offense’Dameon Pierce is frequently surrounded, boxed into close quarters by defenses stacking the line of scrimmage with bad intentions and a strategy built around a singular purpose.
Dameon Pierce determined to revive Texans’ dormant running game: ‘It’s instrumental to our offense’
Read full article: Dameon Pierce determined to revive Texans’ dormant running game: ‘It’s instrumental to our offense’Dameon Pierce is frequently surrounded, boxed into close quarters by defenses stacking the line of scrimmage with bad intentions and a strategy built around a singular purpose.
Body-slammed: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce power bombed by Commanders DT, running game shut down
Read full article: Body-slammed: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce power bombed by Commanders DT, running game shut downTexans 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.
New Texans running back, Texas native Eno Benjamin embracing ‘new start’
Read full article: New Texans running back, Texas native Eno Benjamin embracing ‘new start’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.
Texans’ Lovie Smith not benching Davis Mills: ‘I just don’t think it’s time’
Read full article: Texans’ Lovie Smith not benching Davis Mills: ‘I just don’t think it’s time’Texans quarterback Davis Mills uncorked a costly lob intended for wide receiver Phillip Dorsett in the fourth quarter in an obvious attempt to try to put the points back on the scoreboard nullified by a penalty on the previous play.
A familiar story for Texans’ defense against Giants’ Saquon Barkley: dominated by elite runner
Read full article: A familiar story for Texans’ defense against Giants’ Saquon Barkley: dominated by elite runnerBrandin Cooks was back on the field with his teammates Sunday, returning after missing one game for personal reasons after expressing displeasure at not being traded at the NFL deadline.
Texans standout rookie Dameon Pierce loses rare fumble (‘I’m going to fix that’), team struggles in red zone, lose to NYG
Read full article: Texans standout rookie Dameon Pierce loses rare fumble (‘I’m going to fix that’), team struggles in red zone, lose to NYGDameon Pierce could hardly believe what happened, losing a costly fumble, the first of his stellar rookie season inside the red zone during the fourth quarter Sunday.
Texans’ Lovie Smith not benching Davis Mills: ‘I just don’t think it’s time’
Read full article: Texans’ Lovie Smith not benching Davis Mills: ‘I just don’t think it’s time’Texans quarterback Davis Mills uncorked a costly lob intended for wide receiver Phillip Dorsett in the fourth quarter in an obvious attempt to try to put the points back on the scoreboard nullified by a penalty on the previous play.
Jones, Barkley lead Giants past Texans 24-16 for 7-2 start
Read full article: Jones, Barkley lead Giants past Texans 24-16 for 7-2 startDaniel Jones threw two touchdowns, Saquon Barkley ran for 152 yards and a TD and the surprising New York Giants returned from their bye week and beat the Houston Texans 24-16.
‘I would say the odds are in my favor,’ Texans running back Dameon Pierce on Rookie of the Year candidacy
Read full article: ‘I would say the odds are in my favor,’ Texans running back Dameon Pierce on Rookie of the Year candidacyDameon Pierce runs with rare confidence and determination, punishing defenders with his violent, relentless running style.
One bright spot in a frustration-filled season for the Houston Texans
Read full article: One bright spot in a frustration-filled season for the Houston TexansHi, Ari Alexander coming to your inbox this week with our KPRC 2 Houston Texans newsletter. Unfortunately, the 1-6-1 Houston Texans don’t have much hope at the moment and have gone through a tumultuous week where a team captain didn’t practice or play in their last game.
Houston Texans reeling, what’s holding them back and a potential bright spot
Read full article: Houston Texans reeling, what’s holding them back and a potential bright spotGood morning KPRC -2 and Click2Houston viewers ! This is KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy checking in with a quick Texans update.
Hurts, Eagles beat Texans 29-17 for their first 8-0 start
Read full article: Hurts, Eagles beat Texans 29-17 for their first 8-0 startJalen Hurts threw for 243 yards and two touchdowns and the Philadelphia Eagles overcame a slow start to get a 29-17 win over the Houston Texans Thursday night, giving them the first 8-0 start in franchise history.
Stonewalled: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce halted by ‘destructive, dominant’ Titans defense
Read full article: Stonewalled: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce halted by ‘destructive, dominant’ Titans defenseDameon Pierce ran into the equivalent of a brick wall. Its name: Jeffery Simmons, an All-Pro defensive tackle.
Texans rookie Dameon Pierce: ‘I want to be elite, I ain’t never going to stop chasing greatness’
Read full article: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce: ‘I want to be elite, I ain’t never going to stop chasing greatness’Standing in front of his locker Friday morning, Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce contemplated the question and broke into a big smile.
Game slowing down for Texans rookie Dameon Pierce as he hits stride
Read full article: Game slowing down for Texans rookie Dameon Pierce as he hits strideDameon Pierce is experiencing the encouraging feeling of the game slowing down for him, even as he keeps accelerating past and bulldozing defenses.
Nick Caserio: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce hit weight room for 425-pound squats on his day off
Read full article: Nick Caserio: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce hit weight room for 425-pound squats on his day offDameon Pierce’s stellar tackle-busting display, violently punishing the Jacksonville Jaguars defense and their feeble arm tackle attempts, didn’t alter his no-days-off mentality.
Texans’ Dameon Pierce runs roughshod over Jaguars: ‘Go country boy, go’
Read full article: Texans’ Dameon Pierce runs roughshod over Jaguars: ‘Go country boy, go’Dameon Pierce simply refused to be tackled, imposing his punishing running style by muscling through defenders’ feeble arm tackle attempts with all of his considerable might.
Texans finally hit paydirt, win first game of season: ‘We needed this as a team’
Read full article: Texans finally hit paydirt, win first game of season: ‘We needed this as a team’Lovie Smith had repeatedly preached patience, and staying the course. The Texans’ first-year coach had even recited his glass half full philosophy, emphasizing positives that were often hard to see during a losing streak.
Pierce’s run, Walker’s gaffe help Texans topple Jags again
Read full article: Pierce’s run, Walker’s gaffe help Texans topple Jags againDameon Pierce ran for 99 yards and a touchdown, a score set up by the rookie’s 20-yard gain in which he broke six tackles, and the Houston Texans beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 13-6 to extend their winning streak in the series to nine.
‘Tenacity, I fight for every yard,’ How Texans running back Dameon Pierce leads all rookies in rushing yards
Read full article: ‘Tenacity, I fight for every yard,’ How Texans running back Dameon Pierce leads all rookies in rushing yardsDameon Pierce’s downhill, punishing running style is steeped in determination, plowing into linebackers with the power of a sledgehammer.
Ekeler scores 3 touchdowns, Chargers hold off Texans 34-24
Read full article: Ekeler scores 3 touchdowns, Chargers hold off Texans 34-24Justin Herbert threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns and Austin Ekeler scored three times as the Los Angeles Chargers built a big early lead and held on for a 34-24 win over the Houston Texans.
Texans rookie Dameon Pierce breaks loose for electrifying touchdown run
Read full article: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce breaks loose for electrifying touchdown runDameon Pierce saw the gaping hole in the Los Angeles Chargers defense Sunday afternoon, and he busted loose for an electrifying touchdown run.
Texans-Chargers injury report: Dameon Pierce set for full workload; Keenan Allen out for Chargers
Read full article: Texans-Chargers injury report: Dameon Pierce set for full workload; Keenan Allen out for ChargersTexans rookie starting running back Dameon Pierce is set for a full workload Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers as he has no designation on the injury report.
Texans’ injury report: Dameon Pierce limited with hip injury, Davis Mills’ thumb is ‘completely fine’
Read full article: Texans’ injury report: Dameon Pierce limited with hip injury, Davis Mills’ thumb is ‘completely fine’Texans rookie starting running back Dameon Pierce was added to the injury report with a hip injury.
Texans rookie Dameon Pierce on latest loss: ‘The frustration level is at 100′
Read full article: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce on latest loss: ‘The frustration level is at 100′Standing inside the visitor’s locker room, rookie running back Dameon Pierce summed up the exasperated mood surrounding the Texans.
Texans’ Dameon Pierce on run-centric matchup against Bears: ‘We’ve got to be the tougher team’
Read full article: Texans’ Dameon Pierce on run-centric matchup against Bears: ‘We’ve got to be the tougher team’Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce is developing a reputation for a trademark, smash-mouth running style, a downhill approach built on his ability to break tackles and decisive cuts.
TOO MANY MISTAKES: What Davis Mills and the Houston Texans need to turn around in Chicago to score their first win of the season
Read full article: TOO MANY MISTAKES: What Davis Mills and the Houston Texans need to turn around in Chicago to score their first win of the seasonHello, I’m KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy checking in with this week’s Texans update.
Texans rookie Dameon Pierce one of few bright spots for sputtering offense
Read full article: Texans rookie Dameon Pierce one of few bright spots for sputtering offenseDameon Pierce was decisive and powerful and had his moments where he punished the Denver Broncos’ talented defense with his straightforward running style.
Texans’ Dameon Pierce preaching ‘patience’ for his style of play
Read full article: Texans’ Dameon Pierce preaching ‘patience’ for his style of playStanding at his locker Friday morning at NRG Stadium, Dameon Pierce smiled during an upbeat conversation about his pending increased workload and touches that’s been prioritized by Texans coach Lovie Smith.