Texans’ Knapp accepts offer to become Raiders OC

Houston Texans offensive coordinator Greg Knapp has accepted the same position with the Oakland Raiders.
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Texans RB Foster seeks to separate himself from stereotypes

Texans RB Arian Foster is an NFL star, but it’s important that you see him as more than that. He says he deals with stereotypes every day — stereotypes he tries to break by just being himself.
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Barwin tabs Watt ‘The Milk Man’ because ‘he always delivers’

That’s the directive from Texans LB Connor Barwin, who believes his rookie teammate deserves the moniker for many reasons, chief among them that he always delivers.
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Texans DC Phillips makes return to sideline vs. Ravens

Texans defensive coordinator Wade Phillips will coach from the field during Sunday’s divisional playoff game against the Ravens, marking the first time he has done so since his surgery.
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Dawkins receives ninth Pro Bowl berth, replacing Polamalu

Denver Broncos safety Brian Dawkins was added to the AFC’s Pro Bowl roster Thursday, marking the ninth time he has been picked for the all-star game in his 16 NFL seasons.
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Texans’ Kubiak expects Cushing back Friday; Johnson up in air

It’s a familiar feeling for Texans coach Gary Kubiak to be waiting for something definitive on the status of wide receiver Andre Johnson.
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Texans’ Johnson to skip practice; WR will be game-time decision

Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson will be a gametime decision Sunday despite his hamstring injury, according to coach Gary Kubiak.
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Texans fans upset over FOX’s decision to go with Cowboys

A decision by FOX Sports to yank the Texans’ win over the Falcons in the Austin and San Antonio television markets — for the Dallas Cowboys of all things — has Houston’s fan base up in arms.
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Texans keep the good times rolling with QB No. 3

Houston refuses to let a little thing like losing its best defensive player, best offensive player and top two QBs put a damper on its Super Bowl dreams, Jeff Darlington writes.
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Texans lose LB Cushing to apparent right leg injury vs. Falcons

Texans linebacker Brian Cushing suffered what appeared to be a right knee injury against the Falcons.
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Texans’ Delhomme fast-tracked for backup role vs. Falcons

Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak says Jake
Delhomme will back up rookie T.J. Yates in Sunday’s game against
Atlanta.
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Texans QB Leinart out for season with fractured collarbone

Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak confirmed Monday that quarterback Matt Leinart fractured his collarbone and will need surgery.
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Texans prepared to start over with rookie Yates, two vets

Texans coach Gary Kubiak faced the big question after Wednesday’s practice he’s probably asked himself several times over the past few days. So, how’s this going to work?
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Texans bring in Delhomme to back up new starting QB Yates

Jake Delhomme signed with the Houston Texans, his agent told The Associated Press on Tuesday, shortly after a league source had confirmed the move to NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora.
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Free-agent QB Delhomme looks for shot with Texans

Free-agent quarterback Jake Delhomme will work out for the Houston Texans on Tuesday, according to a league source.
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Texans, retired QB Favre try to end speculation about merger

The Texans are on the hunt for a signal-caller again, and a familiar name — Brett Favre — has emerged. But both the team and the QB deny that anything’s in the works, or even possible for that matter.
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Schaub to travel with Texans to Jacksonville, assist Leinart

Injured Texans quarterback Matt Schaub was back
at practice on Thanksgiving, keeping a close eye on his
replacement, Matt Leinart.
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Texans’ Johnson, Manning both probable for Jaguars tilt

The Houston Texans might be without quarterback Matt Schaub for the rest of the season, but it’s likely they’ll get back the services of two key players for Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Haynesworth shows no remorse for play that sidelined Schaub

Albert Haynesworth did little to dispel the notion he’s a bad guy on Wednesday, telling reporters on Wednesday he loves “to hit” Matt Schaub. The Texans’ QB was placed on IR after injuring his foot last week when the Bucs’ DT landed on him.
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Schaub, Texans searched all options to avoid surgery

Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub said he was frustrated that his season has come to an end but promised to be there to support his team throughout the year.
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Leinart says he expects few changes for Texans’ offense

Houston Texans quarterback Matt Leinart gets his first start in two years Sunday when his first-place team takes on the Jaguars in Jacksonville.
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Rejuvenated Leinart confident about guiding Texans rest of way

After a rough stint in Arizona, Matt Leinart sounds ready to take advantage of his second chance as a starting quarterback with the Houston Texans.
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Leinart named Texans’ QB after bye, with Schaub ailing

Matt Leinart is the starting quarterback for the Texans for the foreseeable future. He’s confident not much will change for high-powered Houston without starter Matt Schaub.
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Titans’ Hasselbeck sees AFC South race as ‘up for grabs’

The Texans sit atop their division, but don’t tell that to Titans QB Matt Hasselbeck, who believes the battle for the AFC South is just getting started.
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Texans WR Johnson stunned by Schaub injury, near return

The Texans’ announcement that Matt Schaub is out indefinitely with a foot injury shocked many around the NFL, including teammate Andre Johnson.
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Supporting cast good enough to lead Texans with Schaub out

Matt Schaub’s injury is disappointing for the Texans, who finally are on a roll. But as Albert Breer points out in his notebook, Matt Leinart is more than capable of keeping things on course.
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Kubiak says Texans will know more about Schaub next week

Texans coach Gary Kubiak wouldn’t confirm Tuesday that Matt Schaub is sidelined by a Lisfranc injury in his right foot, and he’s not ready to pull the plug on his quarterback’s season quite yet.
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Leinart not worried about critics in first chance with Texans

In many ways, even one opportunity to get back on an NFL field is a small shot at redemption for Matt Leinart.
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Texans QB Schaub admits his foot injury ‘not looking good’

Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub hopes he can return this season from a foot injury, though he acknowledges “it doesn’t look good.”
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Bucs give John McCargo another shot (The National Football Post)

A week later, John McCargo is getting another shot with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Actually, it’s his third…
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Texans’ offensive line sets tone (AP)

The Texans’ offensive line delivered one of its best performances in years to help Houston snap a two-game losing streak and gain control of its fate in the AFC South. Now the offensive front will lead the way in determining just how far this team can go. In four victories, Houston has averaged 176.75 yards [...]

Dolphins DE McDaniel out with broken hand (The National Football Post)

Miami Dolphins defensive end Tony McDaniel will miss at least a couple of weeks after undergoing surgery for a…
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Marshall says Dolphins’ offense can improve (PA SportsTicker)

By STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer
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Texans-Dolphins won’t be blacked out (AP)

The Miami Dolphins have purchased unsold tickets for Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans, extending the team’s 13-year streak of not having a home TV blackout. The tickets were offered to season-ticket holders on a complimentary basis, the team said Thursday. With a blackout averted, the game will be the 103rd in a row shown [...]

Houston’s defense improved and confident (AP)

Houston’s defense looked nothing like the sieve it was last year in a season-opening win over the Indianapolis Colts. Sure, part of that has to do with the new 3-4 scheme, but players and coaches alike noticed a different feel to the unit. Some call it confidence, others say it’s swagger, but however it’s termed, [...]

Texans RB Foster likely to return Sunday (Yahoo! Sports)

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster strained his hamstring in the third preseason game and was promptly put…
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Kubiak hints at Tate starting over Foster (The National Football Post)

Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak said he believes in rewarding performance, and it sure sounds as if he is…
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Foster back to practice for Texans (AP)

Houston running back Arian Foster has returned to practice after missing the season opener because of a hamstring injury. Coach Gary Kubiak says Foster took the normal repetitions for a starter Wednesday. Kubiak says everything was “positive” and the key is how he feels after practice on Thursday.
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Bucs sign long snapper Scott Albritton (PA SportsTicker)

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed long snapper Scott Albritton and waived Christian Yount.
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Browns on their third punter (PA SportsTicker)

By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer
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Browns sign new punter (PA SportsTicker)

By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer
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Browns punter to go on IR (PA SportsTicker)

By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer
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Browns punter to go on injured reserve (PA SportsTicker)

By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer
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Peyton Manning’s injury could result in difficult 2011 season for Indianapolis Colts (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Last week, I wrote an article predicting the teams I felt would win their divisions in the AFC. One of the most interesting picks on my list was the Houston Texans. Some people questioned the selection at that time, but I had a good reason for going with the Texans.
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Kubiak hopeful to have Walter, Ward back (AP)

Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak says he’s hoping to have receiver Kevin Walter and running back Derrick Ward available this weekend after they left Sunday’s opener against Indianapolis with injuries. Kubiak says Walter bruised his left collarbone and will be re-evaluated “in a couple of days.” Ward, who started for the injured Arian Foster, is [...]

Colts, Steelers among 5 division champs to lose (AP)

NFL division winners last season, big losers to open this season. From the AFC, Pittsburgh and Indianapolis were humbled on the road and Kansas City was embarrassed at home. In the NFC, it was Atlanta and Seattle falling short on the road. Where to start? Joe Flacco threw three touchdown passes and Baltimore forced a [...]

Texans rout Manning-less Colts, 34-7 (AP)

The Indianapolis Colts were lost without Peyton Manning on Sunday. Matt Schaub threw for 220 yards and a touchdown, Ben Tate rushed for 116 yards and another score in relief of injured Arian Foster, and the Texans dominated Kerry Collins, Manning’s replacement, in a 34-7 victory. The Texans looked like they’re finally ready to take [...]

Houston’s Walter and Ward injured (AP)

Houston receiver Kevin Walter and running back Derrick Ward both left Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts with injuries. Walter had a left shoulder injury and Ward injured his right ankle. The team said they were both questionable to return. Ward started for Arian Foster, who was inactive with a left hamstring injury.
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Manning inactive; streak officially ends (AP)

Colts quarterback Peyton Manning was inactive for Sunday’s opener in Houston with a neck injury, officially ending his streak of 227 consecutive starts, including playoffs. The four-time MVP did not travel with the team after undergoing more surgery Thursday. Kerry Collins, signed on Aug. 24, will start in Manning’s place.
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Manning-less Colts still the standard for Texans (The Canadian Press)

HOUSTON – The Streak officially ends Sunday. The Houston Texans also want to believe time is running out on the Indianapolis Colts’ reign in the AFC South.
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