H-Town Diary

A Houston Sports Fan Learns to Love Again

After the World Series, Houston sports fans have multiple real, honest-to-goodness reasons to hope.

12/29/2017 By Jeff Balke

#HoustonStrong

In Photos: The Houston Texans Play Their First Home Game

The team lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars, but spirits post-Harvey remained high.

09/11/2017 Photography by Marco Torres

Bulls on Parade

5 Things You Must Do This Weekend, August 18-20

The Texans are back, the Houston food fest, and a new idea for date night.

08/17/2017 By Julia Gsell

Ice House

July's Perfect Party: Got-a-Gig Edition

'Tis the month for Houstonians and Newstonians to get new jobs.

06/22/2017 By Catherine Matusow

Charity

JJ Watt Stuffs Duffle Bags for Foster Kids

The Texans defensive end teamed up with Mattress Firm to encourage foster kids across Houston.

05/17/2017 By Rafa Farihah

Sports

Hot Shots: Scenes from the 2017 JJ Watt Charity Classic

Can the Houston Texans play softball? They can for a good cause—and when Arnold Schwarzenegger is watching.

05/15/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt Photography by Marco Torres

Sports

Besides Choosing a New Quarterback, How Did the Texans' Draft Stack Up?

The team picked up several players who will hit the field immediately and lay a foundation for the future.

05/04/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

The Texans Made a Major Move for a Quarterback in Round 1 of the NFL Draft

Rick Smith and Bill O’Brien push their chips in on Deshaun Watson.

04/28/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Football

Texans Mock Draft, Part 2: Choosing a QB Late in the Game

What could the draft look like if the Texans don't target the QB position early?

03/23/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Football

Texans Mock Draft, Part 1: Picking a Quarterback Early

Will the Texans look for their future quarterback in the NFL draft? In this scenario, they pick one early on.

03/22/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Football

Texans Review: The Free Agency Period

The team let several players walk and didn’t try to bring in anyone new. What does that mean for the future?

03/20/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

sports

With Brock Osweiler Gone, Larger Questions Loom for the Texans

Will the team re-examine the processes that led to this mistake?

03/09/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

A Texans Perspective on the NFL Scouting Combine

How will the workouts and drills affect Houston’s draft plans?

03/09/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

Texans Offseason Series, Part Eight: Defensive Backs

Will the Texans bring back A.J. Bouye, and if so, what happens to the other cornerbacks on the roster?

03/06/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

Texans Offseason Series, Part Seven: Linebackers

Whitney Mercilus’ contract extension seems like a smart move by the Texans, but what about the other players?

03/02/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

Texans Offseason Series, Part Six: Defensive Line

An entire city waits with bated breath to see if J.J. Watt can return to form after a back injury.

02/27/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

The Texans Offseason Preview, Part Five: Offensive Line

Will the team count on players to bounce back from injuries, or is it time to bring in new blood?

02/24/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

The Texans Offseason Preview, Part Four: Tight Ends

With only two active-roster players under contract, how will the team fill out the position?

02/23/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

The Texans Offseason Preview, Part Three: Wide Receivers

With DeAndre Hopkins leading the way and a crew of young, talented players behind him, not much is likely to change.

02/22/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Sports

The Texans Offseason Preview, Part Two: Running Backs

Lamar Miller is set as the starter, but will the team look to bring in new talent?

02/21/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto