JJ Watt sends personal message to hospital patient
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Houston Texans star defensive player sends a personal message to a patient fighting rare condition.

Brett Favre says Colin Kaepernick will be recognized a 'hero' like Pat Tillman

The Hall of Fame quarterback said Kaepernick will receive “hero status” because he was willing to sacrifice his NFL career to protest racial inequality and social injustice. Favre compared him to the late Pat Tillman – the former Arizona Cardinals safety who left his football career to join the Army after Sept. 11.

NFL commissioner Goodell encourages teams to sign Kaepernick

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says he is encouraging teams to sign 32-year-old quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who hasn't played the past three seasons.

NFL will observe Juneteenth as league holiday, closing all offices

The NFL announced on Friday that it will observe Juneteenth, the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, as a recognized holiday. 

NFL commits to donating $250 million over 10 years to support programs that combat systemic racism

Following public support for the recent protests that have erupted across the country condemning police brutality and racial injustice by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, the league has announced a contribution of $250 million over 10 years to social justice reform. 

Houston Texans 2020 NFL preseason schedule released

The Houston Texans will open the preseason on the road against the Minnesota Vikings on Friday, August 14.

Conversation with JJ Watt
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In a live conversation with JJ Watt, Sally MacDonald talks with him about he new show on FOX "Ultimate Tag" which he hosts along with his brothers and about life in quarantine, football and virtual coaching.

NFL releases full 2020 season schedule, with 1st game set for September 10

Football fans had reason to celebrate on Thursday as the NFL released its full 2020 schedule, with the first game of the season set for Sept. 10, when the Texans will play the Chiefs.

Houston Texans player lights up the lives of pediatric cancer patients            

Houston Texans player Justin Reid, an Ambassador for Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance, decided to check-in on pediatric cancer patients and help entertain them while they're at home during the COVID-19 crisis.

NFL Draft draws record 8.4 million viewers

The 2020 NFL draft drew a record 8.4 million viewers this year, in part because it was the first live sporting event in weeks.

Texans lock up offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil with three year extension

FOX 26 Sports has confirmed the Houston Texans have signed left tackle Laremy Tunsil to a three-year extension, keeping him protecting Deshaun Watson’s blindside through 2023.

Houston area well-represented in first round of 2020 NFL Draft

Four Houston-area players -- CeeDee Lamb, K’Lavon Chaisson, Kenneth Murray, and Jordyn Brooks -- heard their names called in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Rob Gronkowski to return to NFL alongside Tom Brady in Tampa

Rob Gronkowski did not get to make his dramatic appearance in Tampa at Wrestlemania 36 earlier this month, but the retired Patriots star will still get a chance to hit the field at Raymond James Stadium.