Houston QB Brian Hoyer to start against Jaguars
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston quarterback Brian Hoyer is out of the NFL's concussion protocol and will start on Sunday against Jacksonville. Hoyer missed the last two games after suffering his second concussion in less than a month on Dec. 13. Coach Bill O'Brien said that he was cleared by doctors on Wednesday and that he'll lead the Texans when they try to clinch their first AFC...
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston quarterback Brian Hoyer is out of the NFL's concussion protocol and will start on Sunday against Jacksonville. Hoyer missed the last two games after suffering his second concussion in less than a month on Dec. 13. Coach Bill O'Brien said that he was cleared by doctors on Wednesday and that he'll lead the Texans when they try to clinch their first AFC...
Former Astro Kazmir signs with Dodgers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Left-hander Scott Kazmir has agreed to a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers announced the deal Wednesday. The three-time All-Star was among the top names left on the free-agent market after revitalizing his career over the past three seasons with Cleveland, Oakland and Houston. He went 7-11 and ranked fourth in the AL with a 3.10 ERA last...
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Left-hander Scott Kazmir has agreed to a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers announced the deal Wednesday. The three-time All-Star was among the top names left on the free-agent market after revitalizing his career over the past three seasons with Cleveland, Oakland and Houston. He went 7-11 and ranked fourth in the AL with a 3.10 ERA last...
Horford leads Hawks to 121-115 win over the Rockets
HOUSTON (AP) — Al Horford had 30 points and 14 rebounds to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 121-115 victory over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night. Atlanta trailed by 19 early in the game before rallying for the victory. Kent Bazemore added 26 points and Paul Millsap and Jeff Teague both had 22 as the Hawks won for the seventh time in eight games. Dwight Howard led Houston with 30 points...
HOUSTON (AP) — Al Horford had 30 points and 14 rebounds to lead the Atlanta Hawks to a 121-115 victory over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night. Atlanta trailed by 19 early in the game before rallying for the victory. Kent Bazemore added 26 points and Paul Millsap and Jeff Teague both had 22 as the Hawks won for the seventh time in eight games. Dwight Howard led Houston with 30 points...
UH's Demarcus Ayers pondering NFL early entry
The Chick Fil-A Peach Bowl could be Demarcus Ayers' final game as a University of Houston Cougar.
The Chick Fil-A Peach Bowl could be Demarcus Ayers' final game as a University of Houston Cougar.
Herman gets his grill; UH's Ayers thinking about NFL
There's a possibility the Peach Bowl will be Demarcus Ayers' final game as a Houston Cougar.
There's a possibility the Peach Bowl will be Demarcus Ayers' final game as a Houston Cougar.
Texans do not clinch AFC South after Broncos beat Bengals
DENVER (AP) — DeMarcus Ware beat AJ McCarron to a fumbled snap in overtime, sending the Denver Broncos into the playoffs with a 20-17 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. Ware's recovery followed a 37-yard field goal by Brandon McManus, whose shanked 45-yarder at the end of regulation made necessary the extra drama.
DENVER (AP) — DeMarcus Ware beat AJ McCarron to a fumbled snap in overtime, sending the Denver Broncos into the playoffs with a 20-17 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. Ware's recovery followed a 37-yard field goal by Brandon McManus, whose shanked 45-yarder at the end of regulation made necessary the extra drama.
UH wants to be more than "one-year wonder"
The UH coaching staff has every intention of making the Cougars a power football program for years to come. Sports Director Mark Berman has the story from Atlanta.
The UH coaching staff has every intention of making the Cougars a power football program for years to come. Sports Director Mark Berman has the story from Atlanta.
Hoyer expected to start for Texans against Jags
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston quarterback Brian Hoyer is in the last phase of the NFL's concussion protocol and will start Sunday against Jacksonville if he is cleared to play. Hoyer missed the last two games after suffering his second concussion in less than a month on Dec. 13. "He has progressed well through the protocol and he's basically in the last phase of that evaluation, and...
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston quarterback Brian Hoyer is in the last phase of the NFL's concussion protocol and will start Sunday against Jacksonville if he is cleared to play. Hoyer missed the last two games after suffering his second concussion in less than a month on Dec. 13. "He has progressed well through the protocol and he's basically in the last phase of that evaluation, and...
Weeden runs for TD, throws 2 more as Texans rout Titans 34-6
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Forget about that rough stint with Dallas. It looks as if Brandon Weeden might be the right quarterback at the right time for the Houston Texans. Weeden scored his first career rushing touchdown and threw for two more as the Texans moved closer to the AFC South title with a 34-6 victory over the hapless Tennessee Titans on Sunday.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Forget about that rough stint with Dallas. It looks as if Brandon Weeden might be the right quarterback at the right time for the Houston Texans. Weeden scored his first career rushing touchdown and threw for two more as the Texans moved closer to the AFC South title with a 34-6 victory over the hapless Tennessee Titans on Sunday.
Rockets lose to Pelicans 110-108
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jrue Holiday had his eyes locked on James Harden and found a way to hear — through the din of an exuberant crowd — the defensive instructions Tyreke Evans and Anthony Davis shouted to him. "We know James is a great (one-on-one) player and the worst thing for a defender is to feel like you're on an island by yourself," Holiday said. "My...
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Jrue Holiday had his eyes locked on James Harden and found a way to hear — through the din of an exuberant crowd — the defensive instructions Tyreke Evans and Anthony Davis shouted to him. "We know James is a great (one-on-one) player and the worst thing for a defender is to feel like you're on an island by yourself," Holiday said. "My...
Rockets end Spurs' 7-game streak with 88-84 win
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden had 20 points and the Houston Rockets slowed down the soaring San Antonio Spurs with an 88-84 victory Friday night. The improved Houston defense held the Spurs to a season low in points to snap their season-best seven-game winning streak.
HOUSTON (AP) — James Harden had 20 points and the Houston Rockets slowed down the soaring San Antonio Spurs with an 88-84 victory Friday night. The improved Houston defense held the Spurs to a season low in points to snap their season-best seven-game winning streak.
WATCH: LeBron catches woman calling him a crybaby, and she changes her tune
If you call LeBron James a crybaby at a game, just make sure he's nowhere near the scene. One Golden State Warriors fan found this out the hard way.
If you call LeBron James a crybaby at a game, just make sure he's nowhere near the scene. One Golden State Warriors fan found this out the hard way.
Manvel star QB D'Eriq King verbals to UH
Manvel star quarterback D'Eriq King is the latest to join the University of Houston's "Htown Takeover" movement.
Manvel star quarterback D'Eriq King is the latest to join the University of Houston's "Htown Takeover" movement.
Manvel's D'Eriq King commits to UH
Manvel star quarterback D'Eriq King has verbally committed to play his college football at the University of Houston.
Manvel star quarterback D'Eriq King has verbally committed to play his college football at the University of Houston.
Aggies transfer Kyler Murray signs with Oklahoma
Former Allen High School star quarterback Kyler Murray has decided on Oklahoma as his next destination after transferring from Texas A&M.
Former Allen High School star quarterback Kyler Murray has decided on Oklahoma as his next destination after transferring from Texas A&M.
Dearborn boxer dies after his first pro fight
A Dearborn family is mourning the loss of an up and coming boxer who died after his first bout.
A Dearborn family is mourning the loss of an up and coming boxer who died after his first bout.
Vucevic scores 21 to help Magic hold off Rockets 104-101
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Evan Fournier hit a short bank shot with 14.2 seconds left and Tobias Harris made two free throws with 1.1 seconds remaining to help the Orlando Magic hold off the Houston Rockets 104-101 on Wednesday night. Nik Vucevic's 21 points led six players in double figures for the Magic, who have won five of six. Marcus Thornton's 3-pointer missed at the final horn,...
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Evan Fournier hit a short bank shot with 14.2 seconds left and Tobias Harris made two free throws with 1.1 seconds remaining to help the Orlando Magic hold off the Houston Rockets 104-101 on Wednesday night. Nik Vucevic's 21 points led six players in double figures for the Magic, who have won five of six. Marcus Thornton's 3-pointer missed at the final horn,...
Hopkins, Watt selected to Pro Bowl
The Texans' DeAndre Hopkins and J.J. Watt have been selected to the 2016 NFL Pro Bowl.
The Texans' DeAndre Hopkins and J.J. Watt have been selected to the 2016 NFL Pro Bowl.
Joe Anderson back in the NFL, lands job with New York Jets
You may remember Joe Anderson from a viral Instagram post. He stood outside NRG Stadium every day with a sign, asking the Houston Texans for a job.
You may remember Joe Anderson from a viral Instagram post. He stood outside NRG Stadium every day with a sign, asking the Houston Texans for a job.
Rudy Tomjanovich nominated for Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Rockets coach Rudy Tomjanovich would be thrilled if he is elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, but he does not consider it necessary to validate his career.
Former Rockets coach Rudy Tomjanovich would be thrilled if he is elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, but he does not consider it necessary to validate his career.