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Hall of Famer Open To Return Amid NFL Retirement

Hall of Famer and former NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt is open to return to the league amid NFL retirement. According to a source, the former Pro Bowler is leaving the door open on a possible return if the Houston Texans need him.

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Stefon Diggs is already complaining about Houston in the most relatable way possible

Stefon Diggs has only been in Houston for a short time. And because of that, it's been hard for him to figure out his way around.  So on Sunday, he took

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JJ Watt could make NFL return if Texans ‘absolutely need it’

JJ Watt had an excellent 12-year career in the NFL, but perhaps there are more milestones to add. At his charity softball game on Saturday, Watt revealed his willingness to return to the Houston Texans if head coach DeMeco Ryans ever needed him.

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J.J. Watt hints that he could return and play for the Houston Texans under one condition

One of the greatest defensive players in NFL history might be looking to make his return to the field if the opportunity presents itself. J.J. Watt, arguably the greatest player in Houston Texans history, left the door open to return and play for the Texans if the team, and more specifically head coach DeMeco Ryans, calls his phone.

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J.J. Watt: I Told DeMeco Ryans I’d Return To Texans If They ‘Absolutely Need It’

Retired DL J.J. Watt told reporters that if Texans HC DeMeco Ryans absolutely needed his help, he would “be there.” “I’m a very fortunate, lucky man, I have a beautiful wife, I have a beautiful son.

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J.J. Watt reveals his thoughts on a potential NFL comeback

J.J. Watt retired following the 2022 season, but would he be willing to lace up his cleats again?

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J.J. Watt leaves door open (slightly) for potential return to Texans

J.J. Watt left the door open for a potential NFL comeback, although he admitted that the door is closing quickly. Watt, who announced his retirement after the 2022 season, said at his charity softball game on Saturday in Houston that he'd suit up for the Texans if he was truly needed.

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J.J. Watt has interesting comments on possibility of playing in 2024

Former star edge defender and current CBS Sports personality J.J. Watt hung up his cleats at the end of the 2022 campaign. But he had some interesting comments on potentially returning to the field.

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J.J. Watt gives reason he would return to Texans, NFL

JJ Watt retired from the NFL following the 2022 season, but there is apparently one scenario in which the three-time Defensive Player of the Year would be willing to strap the pads on again.

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Saquon Barkley reportedly received big offer from AFC South team

With C.J. Stroud locked into rookie-deal money through at least 2025, the Texans have a rare opportunity. They can build around a low-cost quarterback who showed star potential as a rookie.

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Houston Texans’ 2024 NFL Schedule: Release date, opponents, biggest games, and predictions

The Houston Texans had a magical season in 2023. They went from a three-win team the year before to a playoff-winning team with a rookie head coach, an offensive coordinator, and a quarterback.

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The Value of Things: Comparing Texans 2023 and 2024 drafts

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How much was the 2023 draft really?

Once we remove the general disclaimers about looking too much at instant evaluations of the 2024 draft, we can begin to get some ideas of how successful the Houston Texans were this past weekend. However, before we get started we need to establish some ground rules. After all, no analysis is meaningful without a solid foundation and a solid frame of reference.

We need to be fair. The 2023 draft will always be special...

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AFC Notes: Derek Stingley, Ravens, Texans, Titans

When asked if Ravens fifth-round RB Rasheen Ali can contribute immediately similar to Keaton Mitchell last year, GM Eric DeCosta agreed.  “Yes, I think that’s right.

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Texans News: Dameon Pierce eyes larger role

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Your one-stop shop for Houston Texans, local sports, and news from around the league for Friday, May 3, 2024.

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Dane Brugler believes Texans had bottom-five NFL draft class (Texans Wire)

NFL draft grades, AFC South: Colts boost Anthony Richardson; Jags, Texans add promising talent (NFL.com)

Dameon Pierce trade rumors: Why Texans GM believes in young RB despite disappointing 2023 season (CBS Sports)

Texans GM says former fourth-round RB will...

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The Deshaun Watson trade helped set a new foundation for the Texans, here's a look at the final pieces

The 2024 NFL draft rendered the final pieces of Houston's 2022 trade with the Browns.

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Stefon Diggs shows off strength with three plates on his back for pushups

The new Houston Texans wide receiver is the front-runner for wildest offseason NFL workout after his pushups with added weight.

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Texans GM addresses if J.J. Watt could come out of retirement

Watt first joined the Texans as the 11th pick of the 2011 NFL Draft.

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Texans GM says former fourth-round RB will play 'big role' in offense

Texans GM Nick Caserio brought up a surprising name he expects to play a big role in the offense this season.

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Houston Texans’ GM Hasn’t Lost Faith In Key Offensive Weapon

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce entered the 2023 campaign No. 1 on the team’s depth chart. It didn’t take long for him to lose that spot to Devin Singletary.

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Houston Texans offseason workout dates announced

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Time to see all the new faces in all the familiar places

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio has once again engineered an off-season to remember. While last week’s NFL draft wasn’t as jaw-dropping as the 2023 version, Houston still graded very well according to the people who grade such things.

Houston signed a J.J. Watt approved, all-pro former Minnesota Vikings free agent EDGE in Danielle Hunter to pair with last year’s draft...

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