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Houston To Go With Bench Play?
I know that the Houston Texans are out of the playoff race, but I have say this is a bit unexpected.  Apparently Texans Coach, Gary Kubiak, believes in  community soccer rules  that all guys get to play. Because there is no postseason, the Texans might shake up their ...
Santa comes early: Oakland Raiders upset Houston Texans 27-16
Santa comes early: Oakland Raiders upset Houston Texans 27-16
tfdssports.com — The Oakland Raiders soundly defeated the Houston Texans 27-16 as the offense, defense, and special teams all... came to play as they beat the Texans for the first time ever. (more) Santa comes early: Oakland Raiders upset Houston Texans ...
Texans fire defensive coordinator Richard Smith | Sports |  Chron.com - Houston Chronicle
Texans fire defensive coordinator Richard Smith | Sports | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle
chron.com — The Texans have fired defensive coordinator Richard Smith, defensive backs coach Jon Hoke and defensive line coach... Jethro Franklin. Smith, who was under fire from fans and media this season, was the coordinator during Gary Kubiak's first three ... (more) Texans fire defensive coordinator Richard Smith | Sports ...
NFL Game Center: Post Game - Houston Texans at Oakland Raiders - 2008 Week 16
NFL Game Center: Post Game - Houston Texans at Oakland Raiders - 2008 Week 16
nfl.com — It was over when ... Johnnie Lee Higgins returned a Texans punt 80 yards for a touchdown... , giving the Raiders a 27-13 lead with 5:44 remaining in the third quarter. Game ball In addition to his third punt return for a touchdown this season, Higgins ... (more) NFL Game Center: Post Game - Houston Texans at Oakland ...
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Not Qualified To Comment — ... Are the Texans going to bench their starters? That would be great, but it seems unlikely (and shady). The Bears can use all the help they can get though. ...

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