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Golden Nugget owner gives up interest in Houston Texans (AP)

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:47:09 PDT

A Houston entrepreneur said he has sold his interest in the Houston Texans to comply with an NFL rule prohibiting team owners from having a gambling-related business. Tilman Fertitta, owner of Landry's, a hospitality, gaming, restaurant and entertainment company, told Houston television station KRIV on Friday that he sold his undisclosed interest in the team.

Texans Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:47:48 PDT

As left tackle Duane Brown got pushed one way and then the other by Mario Williams over the weekend, he tried to remind himself just how much easier Sundays will be if he survives the weekdays.

For the past three days, the Texans rookies got a crash course of what the NFL will be like. No one had more of a challenge than Brown, who saw an entirely different Williams than the one he faced three years ago in college.

In 2005, Brown was a sophomore at Virginia Tech making his first start at right tackle after converting from tight end. Williams, a junior at North Carolina State, had no idea he was just months away from being the No. 1 overall draft pick by the Texans.

Brown held his own against Williams in that game, which helped him jumpstart a journey that...

Slaton making first impression (AP)

Sat, 10 May 2008 15:44:12 PDT

HOUSTON -- Steve Slaton fumbled a pitch on one play and got his helmet knocked off on another during the second day of Houston Texans minicamp on Saturday. Later, he dodged three would-be tacklers and sprinted down the field. The former West Virginia star, drafted by the Texans in the third round, is getting plenty of snaps to show coach Gary Kubiak what he can do.

Spencer returns to Texans practice (AP)

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:45:02 PDT

The start of Houston Texans minicamp on Friday was more than just a practice to Charles Spencer. The 6-foot-4, 338-pound offensive lineman took the field with his team for the first time since breaking his left leg nearly two years ago, a severe injury that doctors thought could end his career. It's a minor miracle that he's even playing again, but Spencer's goal now is earning back his job.

Ravens' move for Flacco was bold, beautiful (SportingNews.com)

Thu, 01 May 2008 13:36:42 PDT

The Baltimore Ravens' bold move to get Joe Flacco with the 18th pick in the NFL draft was a risk worth taking.

Texans sign G Weary to one-year deal (PA SportsTicker)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 18:23:50 PDT

HOUSTON (Ticker) - The Houston Texans and guard Fred Weary have agreed on a one-year contract, according to Tuesday's Houston Chronicle.

OL Weary return to Texans with 1-year deal, agent says (AP)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:53:00 PDT

Offensive lineman Fred Weary has agreed in principle to a one-year deal to return to the Houston Texans, his agent said Tuesday. Weary started 12 games for Houston last season before breaking his leg in a loss to Tennessee. He is one of five players from Houston's inaugural 2002 season who remains on the roster.

AFC grades: Top marks for Pats, Steelers, Raiders (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:14:00 PDT

Darren McFadden figures to be a huge boost for Oakland's offense and QB JaMarcus Russell.

Falcons pass on Dorsey, take big risk on Matt Ryan (SportingNews.com)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 22:56:37 PDT

The Falcons have put the future of their franchise in the hands of Matt Ryan. Glenn Dorsey would have been the wiser selection with the No. 2 overall pick.

NFL Draft First-Round Selections (AP)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 16:42:46 PDT

The first-round picks in Saturday NFL draft: 1) Miami Dolphins -- JAKE LONG, 6-7, 315, Michigan, OT: Bulldozer of a tackle in the run game who can also be a solid insurance policy for any franchise QB. Has the strength to move the pile and aggressiveness and smarts to clear out second-level blockers.

Texans nab OT Brown with 26th pick (PA SportsTicker)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 15:22:23 PDT

The Houston Texans did not mind taking a step back to fill a need.

32 Questions: Draft edition (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:57:00 PDT

This weekend's draft will have little effect on team rankings.

DRAFT 2008: NFL Draft Team Capsules (AP)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:29:53 PDT

1. MIAMI DOLPHINS (1-15)= LAST SEASON: The worst season in franchise history, including an 0-13 start, led to the Dolphins' fourth coaching change since 2004. New football czar Bill Parcells brought in coach Tony Sparano and general manager Jeff Ireland, both from the Dallas Cowboys. THEY NEED: Name a position.

Dolphins act decisively in locking up Jake Long (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:26:18 PDT

Even with the Miami Dolphins signing left tackle Jake Long as the No. 1 pick, plenty of suspense remains at the top of this year's draft.

Multitude of forces corrupt draft scouting process (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:52:00 PDT

There's a four-pronged recipe for disaster that muddles the process from the fall to draft season.

Parcells, Dimitroff in the draft spotlight (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:12:00 PDT

Among the intriguing story lines going into the weekend is how Miami and Atlanta's new decision-makers fare.

Mock draft: Pick any player in the league (SportingNews.com)

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:36:38 PDT

Here's a take on what would happen in Round 1 of the 2008 draft if the teams were allowed to pick players already in the league. I'll admit it: It's silly. But it's also a lot more interesting than perusing another standard mock draft, version 16.4.

Mocks to the max: Clifton Brown's NFL mock draft (SportingNews.com)

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:36:31 PDT

NFL draft boards are all stacked, so strap it up for a simulating experience. We've got every corner covered -- and every lineman, receiver and safety, too -- in our quartet of first-round mock drafts. Join us, for Goodell's sake.

Texans need impact draft pick to make progress (SportingNews.com)

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:36:09 PDT

If there's one team that needs to hit it big with its first-round draft pick -- absolutely swat it out of the park -- it's the Houston Texans.

Henne next in line of Michigan quarterbacks (Rivals.com)

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:03:00 PDT

Chad Henne can recite most of the names like he's rattling off his own birthdate, the same way a University of...