Houston Texans
Houston Texans were founded in 1999. The team was owned by McNair till his death, after that ownership went to his wife Janice. Houston Texans are the only professionals who are based in Texas without a championship.
Histry
Houston Texas was established in 1999. Houston joined the NFL in 2002. They have struggled in their early years. They are also known as Bulls on Parade. The team is also known for their vibrant colors. They have 8 playoff appearances and 8 division championships in their whole career till now.
Hall of Famers
| Houston Texans Hall of Famers | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Inductee | Position | Tenure | Inducted |
| Ed Reed | S | 2013 | 2019 |
| Andre Johnson | WR | 2003–2014 | 2024 |
Top-Players
J.J. Watt
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| • 2011 AFC Wild Card Game Watt made a significant impact in his first playoff appearance, recording a sack and an interception against the Cincinnati Bengals, helping the Texans secure their first-ever playoff victory. | • 2019 AFC Wild Card Game: Watt returned from injury to play against the Buffalo Bills, where he recorded a crucial sack and helped the Texans secure a dramatic 22-19 overtime victory. | Houston Texans |
| • 2012 AFC Divisional Round Watt had a standout performance against the New England Patriots, recording 2 sacks and 2 passes defended, although the Texans ultimately lost the game. | • Career Playoff Statistics: Over his playoff career, Watt recorded 10 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 interception, demonstrating his impact as a defensive force. | Arizona Cardinals |
| • 2015 AFC Wild Card Game Watt recorded a sack and was instrumental in the Texans' defense as they faced the Kansas City Chiefs. However, the Texans were eliminated in this game. | • Defensive Player of the Year Awards: Watt won the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award three times (2012, 2014, 2015), highlighting his dominance during the regular season and his ability to perform in high-pressure situations. |
Andre Johnson
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| • 2011 AFC Wild Card Game, In his playoff debut, Johnson recorded 5 receptions for 90 yards, including a 40-yard touchdown catch, helping the Texans secure a 31-10 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. | • Career Playoff Statistics, Over his playoff career, Johnson accumulated 25 receptions for 358 yards and 1 touchdown. His performances were crucial in the Texans' playoff runs. | Houston Texans |
| • 2011 AFC Divisional Round, Johnson had a strong performance with 8 receptions for 111 yards, although the Texans lost to the Baltimore Ravens 20-13. | • Notable Records, Johnson is known for being the first player in NFL history to have 60 or more receptions in each of his first eight seasons. He also holds the record for the most games with 10 or more receptions in a single season. | Indianapolis Colts |
| • 2012 AFC Wild Card Game, Johnson had a standout game against the Bengals again, finishing with 14 receptions for 273 yards and a touchdown, which was one of the best performances of his career. This game helped the Texans win 19-13 in overtime. • 2012 AFC Divisional Round, In the following game, Johnson had 8 receptions for 95 yards, but the Texans were eliminated by the New England Patriots. |
• Pro Bowl Selections, Johnson was selected to the Pro Bowl seven times during his career, highlighting his consistent performance and impact on the field. | Tennessee Titans |
Deshaun Watson
| Playoff Performance | Notable Scores | Major Teams |
|---|---|---|
| • 2018 AFC Wild Card Game, In his first playoff appearance, Watson completed 29 of 49 passes for 235 yards but the Texans lost to the Indianapolis Colts 21-7. | • Career Playoff Statistics, Watson has accumulated 1,020 passing yards, 5 touchdowns, and 1 rushing touchdown in his playoff career. | Houston Texans |
| • 2019 AFC Wild Card Game, Watson led a dramatic comeback against the Buffalo Bills, overcoming a 16-0 deficit to win 22-19 in overtime. He finished with 247 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 55 rushing yards with a rushing touchdown. | • He is the first quarterback in NFL history to throw for over 4,000 yards and rush for over 1,000 yards in a single season during his college career. | Cleveland Browns |
| • 2019 AFC Divisional Round, In a high-scoring game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Watson threw for 388 yards, 2 touchdowns, and rushed for 37 yards and a touchdown. However, the Texans lost 51-31 after blowing a 24-0 lead. |