(fanduel) NFL Profiles: Houston Texans

December 15, 2021 by Emmanuel Perez

The Houston Texans are a professional American football team based in Houston. The Texans compete in the National Football League as a member club of the American Football Conference South division. The team plays its home games at NRG Stadium. The Texans are the youngest expansion team in the NFL, having only been competing in the NFL since 2002. For that reason, they have not had the history or the reputation on which to build classic rivalries like the ones that often exist between older franchises.

To both complement and supplement Fanduel’s Super Bowl odds, we will be documenting all the key facts and figures surrounding your favorite teams. We will uncover the history, statistics, and relevant landmark moments. Alongside that, we uncover both players and staff from the current regime and days gone by to provide the overall fan-focused article you desire. Our extensive NFL coverage turns its attention to Houston Texans in this piece, so sit back and enjoy the read and prepare to get educated about everything you need to know regarding the Houston Texans football team;

Fun Facts

Battle Red Day: On Battle Red Day the team wears the red alternate jerseys and fans are encouraged to wear red to the game. Starting in 2007 and including 2008, this included the Texans wearing red pants along with the red jerseys.
Pre-Kickoff Tradition: Before each kickoff at a home game, the Texans will run a short clip of a raging bull thrashing the opponent of the week. The video is paired with the AC/DC song “Thunderstruck”.
Bull Pen: The sections behind the north end zone of NRG/Reliant Stadium are known as the Bull Pen. Some of the most avid Texans fans attend games in the Bull Pen and regular members have helped create and implement fan traditions, songs and chants, such as:

Holding up giant Texans jerseys while the visiting team’s players are announced
Turning their backs on the opposing team after they score
Tailgating in the purple lot, the parking zone with the most barbecue for sale by fans and vendors
Gathering as a group for tailgating in the NW corner of the Platinum Lot of Reliant Stadium at the “Blue Crew” tailgate and conducting the Bull Pen Toast every game approximately an hour and a half prior to kickoff

Club Background

Founded:

2002

Team Colors:

Deep steel blue, battle red, liberty white

Mascot:

Toro

Nicknames:

Texans

Stadium:

NRG Stadium, Houston Texas.

Capacity:

72,220

Record Attendance:

November 23, 2009, 71,153

Owner:

Carol Mcnair and E. Javier Loya (Minority Owner)

Recent History

Last Trophy:

AFC South 2019

All-time Top Scorer:

Kris Brown 767points

Notable Former Players:

Aaron Glenn
Gary Walker
Andre Johnson
Jerome Mathis
DeMeco Ryans
Mario Williams
Owen Daniels
Brian Cushing
Matt Schaub
Arian Foster
Vonta Leach
Johnathan Joseph
Chris Myers
Antonio Smith
Duane Brown
Johnathan Joseph
Wade SmithWatt
Duane Brown
DeAndre Hopkins
Jon Weeks
Jadeveon Clowney
Benardrick McKinney
Lamar Miller
Deshaun Watson

Notable Former Coaches:

Dom Capers
Gary Kubiak
Wade Phillips
Bill O’Brien
Romeo Crenne

Record Signing:

Deandre Hopkins $81m

Current Performance

Last Five Results:

LWLLW

Last Five Finishing Positions:

2016 NFL AFC South 1st 9 7 0 Won Wild Card playoffs

Lost Divisional playoffs

2017 NFL AFC South 4th 4 12 0

2018 NFL AFC South 1st 11 5 0 Lost Wild Card playoffs

2019 NFL AFC South 1st 10 6 0 Won Wild Card playoffs

2020 NFL AFC South 3rd 4 12 0

CEO:

Cal McNair

Coach:

David Culley

Notable Current Players:

Quarterbacks

10 Davis Mills
5 Tyrod Taylor
4 Deshaun Watson

Running backs

28 Rex Burkhead
26 Royce Freeman
31 David Johnson

Wide receivers

12 Nico Collins
18 Chris Conley
13 Brandin Cooks
81 Davion Davis
2 Phillip Dorsett
15 Chris Moore

Tight ends

88 Jordan Akins
83 Antony Auclair
85 Pharaoh Brown
6 Jeff Driskel
9 Brevin Jordan

Offensive linemen

68 Justin Britt
72 Geron Christian
67 Charlie Heck
71 Tytus Howard
64 Justin McCray
79 Jimmy Morrissey
74 Max Scharping
65 Lane Taylor
66 Cole Toner

Defensive linemen

90 Ross Blacklock
97 Maliek Collins
52 Jonathan Greenard
93 Jaleel Johnson
91 Roy Lopez
54 Jacob Martin
95 Derek Rivers

Linebackers

43 Neville Hewitt
58 Christian Kirksey
57 Kevin Pierre-Louis
32 Garret Wallow
59 Eric Wilson

Defensive backs

8 Terrence Brooks
1 Lonnie Johnson Jr.
25 Desmond King
39 Terrance Mitchell
33 A. J. Moore
22 Jimmy Moreland
23 Eric Murray
36 Jonathan Owens
20 Justin Reid
24 Tremon Smith
37 Tavierre Thomas

Special teams

11 Cameron Johnston
7 Kaʻimi Fairbairn
46 Jon Weeks

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Lamar Jackson Pushes Baltimore Towards Concerted Super Bowl Push

October 20, 2021 by Winn Jones

Such is the current run of form shown by Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson that even on his relative ‘off-days,’ he still manages to set new high standards.

Though he only managed to throw for 167 yards (a season-low), Jackson led the Ravens to a 34-6 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, which represented his 35th NFL win, and that’s the most victories a player has accomplished by the age of 25.

Jackson was his usual down-to-earth self when informed of this feat, remarking;

“That’s pretty cool, I guess,” Jackson said. “I don’t know what to say after that. It’s cool. Gotta keep going.”

The win over their divisional rivals leaves the Ravens at 5-1 and a decent-looking bet to go long into the postseason. At sidelines.io, you can currently find odds of (+1000) on the Ravens to win the Super Bowl, and those odds have come in a great deal due to the great form shown by John Harbaugh’s side.

The season didn’t start so brightly, the Ravens losing in overtime to the Las Vegas Raiders before racking up wins over the Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions, Denver Broncos, Indianapolis Colts, and the Los Angeles Chargers.

It’s now nine years since the Ravens came up short, just in their Super Bowl defeat to the San Francisco 49ers, and since then, they’ve had their ups and downs. For three years on the spin, they’ve come up short in the postseason and will want to get back to winning ways when it counts most.

There is a concern with some that Ravens have developed into something of a one-man team, though perhaps that’s a cross that’s worth bearing. There has been a groundswell of opinion among pundits, who have repeatedly stated that this might be the year that the NFL works out how to nullify Jackson, this season, it hasn’t proven the case.

Jackson is now into his fourth season at the M&T Bank Stadium, and his regular-season record of 35-8 is mighty impressive. In the postseason, that record drops to 1-3, and that’s an issue that must be reversed if the 2019 NFL MVP is to capture the trophy he really wants.

That win over the Chargers, when Jackson had a bad day, is perhaps a sign that the Ravens know how to win ‘ugly’. Early season favorites the Kansas City Chiefs have started poorly and now the talk is of the Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers being the teams most likely to push for Super Bowl glory, but no one should rule out this Ravens side.

Jackson is very much the key man as Harbaugh pushes for the Super Bowl crown and though he has his doubters, not many can deny his abilities.

Lest we forget that Jackon recently became the fastest player in NFL history to rack up 5000 passing yards AND 2500 rushing yards, doing so in the space of three seasons. The numbers don’t lie, Lamar Jackson IS that good, and greatness is surely on the cards.

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Best NFL Teams for 2021/2022

October 11, 2021 by Emmanuel Perez

With the NFL in full swing, we are ready to produce the Super Bowl winner odds for 2021/2022. The teams below are the best in the season and will likely give you some great chances for superb wins!

Los Angeles Rams

In the first three games of the season Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp made an unbelievable play. Their connections have been sublime and even lead FOX Sports to declare the Rams the best NFL team after 3 weeks! Although they have lost some of their stride as the season continued, they are still creating waves in the fans.

This season, Jalen Ramsey and Darious Williams have really made a name for themselves, genuinely focusing on their defense. Their ability to join together and lock in the opposing team’s receiver has given the Rams the edge they need to get every touchdown!

We expect to see Los Angeles make it all the way to the Super Bowl, but there are some other teams hot on their tails.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Buccaneers lost their match against the Rams in a close game, but the bookmakers are still giving them high odds to win. In fact many people class Tampa Bay as a favorite!

It isn’t a surprise when you look at their team, Tom Brady is a living legend. But our hero among men is beginning to slip off his pedestal. His offense has never been a problem, but their secondary is showing some signs of weakness. Having allowed 338 passing yards to slip though per game, these numbers are the second worst in the league. Brady is expected to bounce back and save the day, so their odds haven’t dropped too far yet!

Arizona Cardinals

One of the best offensive players in the league is Arizona’s own Kyle Murray. As a team they are ranking third best for nets yards per game with their current number as high as 432. Murray is playing so well that we wouldn’t be surprised if he became an MVP candidate!

Of course, a team is only as good as their weakest player, but no one is showing signs of slipping yet. All of Arizona’s offensive options are on high alert, and the backfield players Chase Edmonds and James Conner have been sharing touches as great team players throughout the season.

This is why Arizona is such a threat! With a team so strong, Murray could throw the ball to anyone! Their opposing team has to stay on their toes!

Cleveland Browns

This season the Cleveland Browns have been a proper balance of offense and defense! Although they lost their first game in week one against the Chiefs, their game was strong, and they have tightened their defense since.

Their leader Myles Garrett has developed a strong pass rush which has pushed the team to a high ranking with 4.0 sacks per game!

The mighty duo Kareem Hunt and Nick Chubb have become a force of their own, being virtually unstoppable like a tornado on the field!

As the season progresses, the Browns are getting stronger and stronger!

Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs have had a slow start, barely keeping ground but still hanging on. They have been a fantastic team to watch, and although they are ranked 27ths in the turnover, Patrick Mahomes is the reason most of us still have hope. The powerful quarterback is leading the team through the darkness and back into the game. All he needs to do is keep the ball in their hands and encourage the defensive to hold their ground!

They are closing the gap on their biggest competitors, and we cannot wait to see how this amazing team will pull through!

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