Update on FIFA World Cup preparations for Houston
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Houston leaders provide an update on the preparations being made for the FIFA World Cup 2026 with the event being 500 days away. Houston will host seven matches, which is set to begin on June 11, 2026, at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

Eagles clinch Super Bowl berth with 55-23 win over Commanders

The Philadelphia Eagles have clinched a trip to Super Bowl LIX after a commanding win and 55-point offensive performance over the Washington Commanders.

Dallas Cowboys hire Brian Schottenheimer as head coach

The Dallas Cowboys have officially hired Brian Schottenheimer to be the team's tenth head coach.

Houston Texans fire offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik, sources say

The Houston Texans have fired offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik and other offensive staff members after a disappointing season.

Houston Texans 2024-2025 season recap | Kickin' it with Kunkel
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As the Texans' season concludes, FOX 26 Sports Director Will Kunkel teams up with sports reporters DJ Bien-Aime, Landry Locker, and Cody Stoots to provide a comprehensive recap of the team's performance.

Texans fans remain optimistic despite playoff loss

Despite a disappointing loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, Houston Texans fans gathered at The Rustic remain hopeful for next season, expressing pride in their team's performance this year.

Houston Texans Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair is Kickin' It With Kunkel
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Houston Texans Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair sits down with FOX 26 Sports Anchor Will Kunkel to discuss the defense and previewing the game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Brewers announcer Bob Uecker passes away at 90; team "heartbroken"

The Milwaukee Brewers announced on Thursday, Jan. 16 that Brewers icon and Baseball Hall of Famer Bob Uecker has passed away at the age of 90.

Quinn Ewers declares for NFL Draft

Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers has declared for the 2025 NFL Draft.

Championship level? Rockets ready to embrace raised expectations

“We can improve vastly still – and that’s the good part about it.” That was Rockets head coach Ime Udoka’s response when asked what the ceiling for his team was following Houston’s 120-118 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

Dallas Cowboys, Mike McCarthy to part ways

The Dallas Cowboys will part ways with head coach Mike McCarthy after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract with the head coach, according to reports.

Texans beat Chargers 32-12 in Wild Card game at NRG in Houston

Fans of the Los Angeles Chargers and Houston Texans gathered at NRG Stadium for an exciting matchup, with emotions running high both on and off the field.

Will the NFL move the Vikings/Rams playoff game due to L.A. wildfires?

The Minnesota Vikings are set to face the L.A. Rams next Monday night in the NFC Wild Card Playoffs, but Mother Nature might have a say in that.

Former Houston Texans Cecil Shorts is Kickin' It With Kunkel; discusses offensive woes
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Former Houston Texans Wide Receiver Cecil Shorts joins FOX 26 Sports Anchor Will Kunkel to talk the team's offensive woes ahead of the team's playoff game on Saturday against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Sen. Ted Cruz, VP-elect JD Vance place bet on Cotton Bowl

Sen. Ted Cruz and Vice President-elect JD Vance and betting local food and beer ahead of Friday night's showdown between the Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Weather in Dallas this week could impact Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium

This week’s winter storm could impact thousands of football fans as they make their way to the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic.

Vikings buy fans nearly $2 million worth of tickets for Lions game

Some Minnesota Vikings fans are getting a chance to see them face the Detroit Lions at Ford Field Sunday night for a significantly lower price after the Vikings' ownership group made a big purchase.