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Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith watches from the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Houston Texans fire coach Lovie Smith after just one season

By Kristie Rieken Jan. 08, 2023 11:25 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger is sacked by Houston Texans safety Jonathan Owens (36) and defensive end Jonathan Greenard during the first half of an NFL football game between the Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Texans rally for 32-31 win at Indy but lose top draft pick

By Michael Marot Jan. 08, 2023 04:48 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Kyle Allen (3) hands the ball to running back Dameon Pierce (31) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Watson set to make Browns' debut at Texans after suspension

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 01:19 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa gestures after an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Texans 30-15. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)
More support, confidence has altered Tua Tagovailoa's career

By Alanis Thames Nov. 28, 2022 06:41 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Kyle Allen (3) looks to pass the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
QB switch does nothing to help improve terrible Texans

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 28, 2022 03:13 PM EST

Houston Texans tight end Jordan Akins (88) fumbles the ball after colliding with Miami Dolphins safety Eric Rowe (21) and cornerback Kader Kohou (28) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The fumble lead to a Miami Dolphins touchdown. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)
Texans sticking with Kyle Allen despite ugly loss to Miami

By Alanis Thames Nov. 27, 2022 06:58 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) aims a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)
Tagovailoa, Dolphins rout Texans 30-15 for 5th straight win

By Alanis Thames Nov. 27, 2022 04:33 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Commanders guard against letdown at Texans after big win

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 17, 2022 06:14 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) passes against the New York Giants during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Commanders look to build on big win against woeful Texans

The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 12:35 PM EST

Houston Texans safety Jalen Pitre (5) tackles New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins (18) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Texans mistakes in red zone lead to fourth straight loss

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 14, 2022 05:05 PM EST

New York Giants wide receiver Isaiah Hodgins reacts after catching a pass against the Houston Texans during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Jones, Barkley lead Giants past Texans 24-16 for 7-2 start

By Tom Canavan Nov. 13, 2022 04:28 PM EST

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) runs with the ball as Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon (32) defends during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Titans visit Houston looking for 5th straight win overall

By The Associated Press Oct. 27, 2022 03:13 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (28) scores a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Houston can't contain run in lopsided loss to Raiders

By Kristie Rieken Oct. 24, 2022 06:18 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) looks to throw a pass against the Chicago Bears during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Banged-up Chargers look to snap skid against winless Texans

The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2022 02:57 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills throws against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Texans look for Mills to take step forward with Watson gone

By The Associated Press Aug. 23, 2022 11:11 AM EDT

FILE - Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills throws a pass during a voluntary NFL football minicamp practice Tuesday, April 26, 2022, in Houston. The Texans look to Davis Mills as their answer at quarterback after finally moving on from Deshaun Watson in a trade to Cleveland this offseason.(AP Photo/David J. Phillip, FIle)
Texans look to Mills at QB after trading Watson to Browns

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 12:34 PM EDT

Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Wednesday, March 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Texans have many needs at free agency after 4-win season

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 12:01 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars 12/19/2021

Dec. 19, 2021 01:33 PM EST

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton celebrates after a Panthers touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 11

By Brandon Gdula Nov. 18, 2021 12:46 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws against the Houston Texans during first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Justin Rex )
Los Angeles Rams at Houston Texans 10/31/2021

Oct. 31, 2021 01:23 PM EDT