While the Houston Texans still should be viewed as the favorites to win the AFC South, their defensive line depth took a hit on Monday morning. Veteran defensive lineman Denico Autry, who signed a two-year, $20 million deal this offseason, has been suspended for the first six games of the season after violating the NFL’s policy against performance-enhancing drugs, the league … [Read more...] about Where do Texans turn following suspension of Denico Autry?
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Will Texans QB C.J. Stroud play in the Hall of Fame Game?
Fans of the Houston Texans traveling to Canton, Ohio, to watch the induction of All-Pro receiver Andre Johnson will also get to see the defending AFC South champs play an extra preseason matchup against the Chicago Bears. In most circumstances, starters rest in Canton, allowing the newcomers to take center stage for the expanded reps. Then again, DeMeco Ryans is adamant about … [Read more...] about Will Texans QB C.J. Stroud play in the Hall of Fame Game?
The Astros to acquire Yusei Kukchi from the Blue Jays
Photo by Julian Avram/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Blue Jays get a big haul for the rental inning-eater When Jake Bloss was scratched from tonight’s game you knew something was up. Per MLB Trade Rumors, the Astros sent their number 1 pitching prospect, Jake Bloss, to Toronto for Yusei Kikuchi. Kikuchi’s record with the Jays is 4-9 with a 4.75 ERA. However, his … [Read more...] about The Astros to acquire Yusei Kukchi from the Blue Jays
What can the Astros expect from Yusei Kikuchi?
John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports Let’s welcome the new Astros hurler Obviously, trade deadline time is a mixed bag. There will be ton of reactions to the Astros decision to trade Jake Bloss, Will Wagner, and Joey Loperido to the Jays in exchange for what amounts to a rental starter. This article is not so much about that. The question is what the Astros can expect … [Read more...] about What can the Astros expect from Yusei Kikuchi?
Astros $90 Million Dollar Man Strikes Again. Pirates 9th Inning Homer Dooms Josh Hader & Astros 5-2
Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images Back end of Astros bullpen blows an early lead and spoils superb opening on an Astros bullpen day As everyone knows by now, the starter scheduled for tonight’s game was scratched just before game time. What happened next overshadows the unfortunate outcome of this game. Although little is expected from now-departed Jake Bloss on any … [Read more...] about Astros $90 Million Dollar Man Strikes Again. Pirates 9th Inning Homer Dooms Josh Hader & Astros 5-2