Houston Texans
Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) celebrates his touchdown against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Panthers turning up the pressure during 2-game win streak

By Steve Reed Sep. 30, 2019 04:58 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) looks to throws against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Texans look to fix offensive woes

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 30, 2019 04:40 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals free safety D.J. Swearinger (36) tackles Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaron Brown (18) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Cardinals release safety Swearinger after slow start

Sep. 30, 2019 03:53 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin, middle, scores ahead of Los Angeles Rams defensive back Nickell Robey-Coleman, left, during the first of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
NFL Today, Week 4

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2019 10:22 PM EDT

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky is seen on the sidelines with his arm in a sling during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Chicago. Trubisky was injured during the first quarter and left the game. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Trubisky injures left shoulder, Allen suffers concussion

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2019 09:54 PM EDT

Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) misses a pass as Carolina Panthers cornerback James Bradberry (24) defend the play during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Texans can't capitalize on Carolina mistakes in 16-10 loss

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 29, 2019 07:13 PM EDT

Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Josh Lambo, above, celebrates with teammates after making a game-winning field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Mahomes guides Chiefs to comeback win at Detroit

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2019 05:30 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) celebrates his touchdown run against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Panthers down Texans 16-10 despite Allen's fumbles

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 29, 2019 04:31 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) runs past Houston Texans inside linebacker Zach Cunningham (41) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Carolina Panthers at Houston Texans 9/29/2019

Sep. 29, 2019 01:11 PM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey covers a Tennessee Titans player during the first half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars have no idea what's next for disgruntled cornerback Jalen Ramsey. If the past is any indication, it's sure to include something out of the ordinary.(AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton, File)
Jalen Ramsey inactive for 1st time in career for Jaguars

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2019 12:18 PM EDT

Houston Texans tight end Jordan Akins (88) gains yardage after catching the ball in an NFL game against the New Orleans Saints, Monday, Sept. 9, 2019, in New Orleans. The Saints defeated the Texans 30-28. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Mature Akins thrives in NFL after putting baseball aside

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 27, 2019 07:12 PM EDT

FILE- In this Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) gets past Miami Dolphins defensive back Walt Aikens (35) and into the end zone for a touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas. With the Cowboys at 3-0, their fans are beginning to see America’s Team as a team of destiny. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins, File)
Big D in Big Easy: Unbeaten Dallas faces test against Saints

By Barry Wilner Sep. 27, 2019 12:17 AM EDT

Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) makes a catch in front of Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey (20) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Ramsey's roller-coaster ride has been ongoing for years

By Mark Long Sep. 26, 2019 05:56 PM EDT

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt celebrates after sacking Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Allen gets second straight start for Panthers against Texans

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 26, 2019 04:37 PM EDT

Kyle Allen, quarterback de los Panthers de Carolina, lanza un pase ante los Cardinals de Arizona en el encuentro del domingo 22 de septiembre de 2019 (AP Foto/Ross D. Franklin)
Panthers undrafted QB Allen 'bet on himself' and it paid off

By Steve Reed Sep. 26, 2019 03:16 PM EDT

Panthers-Texans Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Sep. 26, 2019 11:43 AM EDT
CAROLINA (1-2) at HOUSTON (2-1) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, FOX OPENING LINE - Texans by 4 RECORD VS. SPREAD - Carolina 1-2, Houston...

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is sacked by Carolina Panthers linebacker Christian Miller (50) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. The Panthers won 38-20. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Panthers rediscovering pass rush after offseason of change

By Steve Reed Sep. 25, 2019 05:04 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler runs against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Chargers sense reasons to worry after another slow start

By Greg Beacham Sep. 23, 2019 08:07 PM EDT

New York Jets quarterback Luke Falk (8) tries to pass while he is dragged down by New England Patriots defensive end Michael Bennett, left, in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Darnold confident 0-3 Jets will 'go on a little run here'

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Sep. 23, 2019 06:16 PM EDT

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt celebrates after sacking Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Watson and Watt help Texans to first 2-1 start since 2016

By Kristie Rieken Sep. 23, 2019 02:06 PM EDT